
BVU's Homeless Stand Down 2025
Stand Down is a military term for a secure base camp where battle-weary soldiers were provided with beds, showers, clean clothes, warm meals, medical care, and letters from home.
Today, the Homeless Stand Down provides people experiencing homelessness, many of whom are veterans, with necessary resources, respite from the elements, and reconnection to the community.
As the connector between local nonprofits, businesses, and volunteers, BVU has been honored to facilitate Cleveland’s Homeless Stand Down as of 2020. Find the PNAO table at the event for health screens, teach hands on CPR and use of AED.

Cleveland Asian Festival 2025
2025 will be the 16th year that the Cleveland Asian Festival (CAF) will bring tens of thousands of people to Cleveland’s AsiaTown to celebrate Asian heritage and Cleveland’s diversity. The grassroots festival was organized in 2010 by volunteer community leaders to celebrate Cleveland’s diversity and Asian Pacific American Heritage month (May). CAF has always been considered as the festival that kicks off summer.
The mission of CAF has remained the same over the years:
Strengthening the identity of AsiaTown and supporting its economic growth
Educating and promoting Asian culture and traditions
Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Cleveland’s Diversity
Uniting Cleveland’s Asian Community
Now in its 16th year, CAF is the signature event that defines AsiaTown and brings thousands to the neighborhood. CAF has led to the creation of new businesses in the area as well as neighborhood beautification with arts and cultural displays and decorations throughout the district.
Join us for this free, 2-day festival in May celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with cultural performances, vendors, and food.
Find the PNAO table inside the Health Pavilion for first aid, free health screen, learn hands only CPR and use of the AED.
For more information: https://clevelandasianfestival.org/2025/

PNAA NCR Camp Aruga
Philippine Nurses’ Association of Central Ohio is this year’s host for Camp Aruga. In a bid to shape the next generation of leaders, PNAA launched Camp Aruga, a transformative leadership development boot camp designed to cultivate unity among chapters, improve competencies among leaders, increase resilience among members, and create our own roadmap to achieve the goal of health equity.

PNAAF/NIH Health Fair
Philippine Nurses Association of America Foundation and National Institute of Health’s “All of Us” Division of Engagement and Outreach Health Fair. PNAO will be on deck for health screens, teach hands only CPR and use of AED

PNAO/APPO Medical Mission
PNAO partners with APPO for an annual medical mission in the Philippines to provide major/minor surgical, medical and dental care. Two locations will be served:
6/22/25-6/27/25: Santa Maria, Isabella, Philippines
6/28/29-6/29/25: Baler, Aurora, Philippines

PNAA 46th National Convention
The Philippine Nurses Association of America and the host chapter, Philippine Nurses Association of Michigan invite you to join the 46th Annual National Convention in Detroit, Michigan. Early bird registration ends 4/15/25!
Register at: https://mypnaa.org/PNAA46

PNAO Anniversary Party and Scholarship Award
Help celebrate another year of PNAO’s accomplishments and see who won this year’s PNAO Scholarship Award!

PNAO Christmas Party
Join PNAO for our annual Christmas gathering for evening of food, singing and livelihood

PNAO/PNAOF Retro Spring Fling & Fundraiser
Join PNAO and PNAO Foundation’s annual Spring Fling. This year will be a 70’s disco themed event packed with dinner buffet, dancing, performances, raffles, games and health screening. Proceeds will help fund the PNAO/APPO medical mission in the Philippines in June 2025.
Adults $40
Children 12 and under: $20
For tickets, call/text Jennifer Rosales at 216-659-1203. Venmo available to Jennifer Rosales at Jennifer-magno-1

Cleveland City Hall Health Fair
In honor of Black History Month, the City of Cleveland together with Wellness Works is hosting Wellness Fairs for its employees. The Wellness Fair will focus on providing information and programming on different topics pertaining to health and wellness. Find the PNAO table for health screens and learn hands only CPR and use of AED.

PNAO Christmas party
Join PNAO for our annual Christmas gathering for evening of food, singing and livelihood. Location TBD

2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.
Entry at 7:30 a.m.
Ceremony at 8:45 a.m.
Walk at 9:00 a.m.

Nurse John: Short Staffed Tour
John Dela Cruz is an actual Filipino nurse by profession and an accidental comedian at heart. His portrayal of life working in healthcare has proven hilariously relatable to those both in and out of the healthcare industry. Join us in this fun-filled evening, preceded by dinner beforehand (location TBA).

AAPI Health Fair
In the commitment of serving Cleveland’s Asian American Pacific Islander community, the Asian Pacific American medical Student Association (APAMSA) at CWRU School of Medicine, Cleveland Asiatown and PNAO have partnered to put on the AAPI Health Fair in Cleveland Asiatown once again. PNAO will be on site to perform glucose/cholesterol screenings, hands on CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) training.

Health Within Reach
PNAO partners with Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center’s Outreach and Navigation Department for a Health WithIn Reach screening event at Euclid Hospital.

PNAO Anniversary Dinner!
Wish PNAO a happy 32nd birthday at an educational dinner at one of Cleveland’s hottest restaurants (Marble Room). Dinner sponsored by Phathom Pharma. RSVP required as space is limited. Business casual attire

PASO Labor Day
Find the PNAO table for free health screening, then enjoy free lunch, music and raffle at Philippine American Society of Ohio’s Labor Day festival. Come prepared to purchase your favorite Filipino pastries, desserts, halo-halo and drinks (proceeds benefit PASO’s activities)

One World Day
One World Day showcases the very best of Cleveland – its diverse people, its music, its dance and its art. The event also draws visitors to the Cultural Gardens, a string of international gardens depicting musicians, writers, philosophers, scientists, painters and other icons of more than 35 different cultures. Please visit one of the Garden’s newest installments, the Philippine Cultural Garden, initiated by PNAO’s Rose Ferguson.
The day will include the Parade of Flags, a naturalization ceremony for new citizens of the United States; fun multicultural activities for children and adults and more great ethnic food than you can imagine.

Health Within Reach Screening
PNAO partners with Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center in providing health screens for the uninsured and underserved.

AAPI Health Fair
In the commitment of serving Cleveland’s Asian American Pacific Islander community, the Asian Pacific American medical Student Association (APAMSA) at CWRU School of Medicine, Cleveland Asiatown and PNAO have partnered to put on the AAPI Health Fair in Cleveland Asiatown. PNAO will be on site to perform glucose/cholesterol screenings, hands on CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) training.

Alzheimer's Walk
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
While there is no fee to register for Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.
Entry at 7:30 a.m.
Ceremony at 8:45 a.m.
Walk at 9:00 a.m.
Register here: https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2023/OH-ClevelandArea?pg=entry&fr_id=16768

Multicultural Women's Health Fair & Empowerment Expo
Celebrating women from every background and stage of life and empower them to be advocates for their own health and wellbeing! Connect with MetroHealth’s womens’ health experts and receive free health screenings (blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol, complete blood count, hemoglobin A1c for diabetes, hepatitis B&C, pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and sickle cell). Find the PNAO table for health screens as well as introduction to hands on CPR and how to use automated external defibrillator.
MetroHealth is pleased to provide round-trip transportation to the Huntington Convention Center from MetroHealth Main Campus and MetroHealth Cleveland Heights Medical Center. Please call 216-778-7066 to request.
Register for the Fair/Expo for FREE online (at the link below) or call 216-957-3862.

CLE Community Resource Fair
Celebrate National Voter Registration Day at Asia Plaza’s Community Resource Fair. Take the opportunity to register to vote, update voter registration, pick up #VoteReady swag, boba and buns while supplies last. Find the PNAO table for your free health screen.
Featured exhibitors:
-Philippine Nurses Association of Ohio (PNAO)
-Educational Opportunity Center at Cuyahoga Community College
-Office of Councilwoman Stephanie D. Howse (Ward 7)
-Ohio State Highway Patrol
-City of Cleveland/Public Safety Recruitment Team
-Neighborhood Leadership Institute
-CAIR Ohio
-Asiatown Cleveland
-OCA Greater Cleveland / Asia Pacific American Advocates
-Asia Services in Action (ASIA)
-OhioGuidestone
-Ohio Sew Powerful, Inc
-Cuyahoga County Department of Sustainability

PNAO 31st Anniversary Celebration!
Wish PNAO happy birthday at an educational dinner at Cleveland’s hottest new restaurant (Cordelia’s). Dinner sponsored by Inspire Sleep Apnea Innovation. RSVP required. Business casual attire. Update: guest list now closed
One World Day
Join us for the 77th annual One World Day in the Cultural Gardens which will include the debut of the Philippines Garden! This festive event celebrates Cleveland’s diverse cultures and includes a naturalization ceremony for new citizens, the colorful Parade of Flags, and ethnic food, music and dance in each of our many Gardens. It’s a family friendly, and free event plus check out a special folk dance performance by PNAO!

Multicultural Women's Health Fair & Empowerment Expo
Join PNAO at the Inaugural Multicultural Women’s Health Fair & Expo to celebrate women from every background and stage of life.
With music, educational booths and breakout health sessions, the Multicultural Women’s Fair & Expo will be a joyful event for women who rarely take the time for themselves to focus on their health and embrace wellness.
-View a screening of the groundbreaking documentary “Below the Belt”, exposing societal taboos and inequities in women’s health
-Connect with MetroHealth women’s health experts and receive free health screenings including: blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol, complete blood count, diabetes (A1c%), hepatitis B & C, pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, sickle cell
-Learn to better navigate the health processes to get the care you need and deserve.

St. Paul AME Health Fair
PNAO joins the St. Paul AME Health fair sponsored by St. Paul Health Ministry and Neighborhood Family Practice for an afternoon of health empowerment

44th PNAA National Convention and Cruise (7-night Western Caribbean & Coco Cay Round-trip Port Canaveral, Florida
Register today at https://www.mypnaaconference.org/44thpnaa
Port Canaveral Florida, Coco Cay Bahamas, Cozumel, Roatan, Puerto Costa Maya

APPO Medical Mission
Association of Philippine-American Physicians in Ohio (APPO) is back from a temporary hiatus due to COVID and is planning a medical mission and non-medical humanitarian project with their partner Gawad Kalinga! Physicians, NPs, dentists, podiatrists and nurses are being called to provide services in an adult and pediatric medical clinic. They will also be providing minor surgeries with local anesthesia only. For the humanitarian projects, Mission participants will be working with Gawad Kalinga and the City of Talisay to help 140 families displaced by natural disasters.
Location: Talisay, Philippines (Province Batangas) ~ 2 hours drive from the city of Manila
NOTE: Several forms needed to apply for temporary licensing through the Philippine Medical Association. Interested parties can email the Mission Coordinator Jessica Strasburg, MD at strasbj@gmail.com.

NCR Retreat
The 10 chapters that comprise the Philippine Nurses Association of America’s North Central Region gather together in this two day getaway for networking, relaxation and team building exercises. This leadership retreat is designed to help chapter leaders find the clarity, skills and tools to move forward.

Hands on CPR training
In collaboration with American Heart Association, PNAO provides hands on CPR training

CLE Pride Festival
CLE Pride festival returns! Find the PNAO table and show your pride at this amazing celebration of unity and acceptance in the CLE.
Location: Downtown CLE’s historic Malls B & C
PNAO Health Screen
Look for the PNAO table at the Cleveland Asian Festival for health education and screening.
Community hypertension education
PNAO provides community education and health screening pertaining to hypertension.

Homeless Standown
A one-day event providing essential goods and services to those experiencing homelessness in our community.
Stand Down is a military term for a secure base camp where battle-weary soldiers were provided with beds, showers, clean clothes, warm meals, medical care, and letters from home.
Today, the Homeless Stand Down provides people experiencing homelessness, many of whom are veterans, with necessary resources, respite from the elements, and reconnection to the community.
Find the PNAO table where hands on CPR will be taught as well as education and screening for hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol.

NCR Convention
20th PNAA North Central Region Conference to be held in Indianapolis, IN at Weston Hotel

MFAS Summit 2023
Midwest Filipino American Summit (MFAS) 2023. Join hundreds of college students coming from across the region to learn more about Filipino culture and to celebrate our heritage. This year, MFAS proudly presents the theme, Piniling Pamilya or Chosen Family. This highlights and celebrates the genuine, welcoming environment that the Filipinx community has established in the United States.
Filipino Americans are at an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. PNAO will be leading workshop session 3 entitled “Healthy Lifestyle with PNAO” which starts at 3:05pm. Join us for a discussion on healthy living and learn hands on CPR and use of automated external defibrillator.
Location: The Ohio State University, Enarson 222