Ang Misyon, Inc. (AMI), through its program, the Orchestra of the Filipino Youth (OFY), has been honored as Music Foundation of the Year at the first-ever Filipino Music Awards (FMA) 2025, held on October 21, 2025, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
The Filipino Music Awards, launched in August 2025, marks a new era of recognition for the country’s thriving and diverse music industry. Organized to celebrate Filipino artistry across genres and generations, the FMAs also introduced Legacy Awards—special honors for individuals and organizations that have made contributions in advancing Filipino music excellence..
Among this year’s legacy awardees, Ang Misyon – Orchestra of the Filipino Youth was recognized for its program in providing free classical music education to young musicians and its efforts to make orchestral music more accessible to the Filipino youth. Since its founding, Ang Misyon has helped over 1,200 young scholars who would otherwise not have the means to pursue formal music education.
“Ang aming success ay nasusukat sa dami ng mga kabataang pinoy na aming natutulungan, nahuhubog, at nabibigyan ng pag-asa ng magandang kinabukasan,” said Mickey Muñoz, Executive Director. “Ito ang aming mission, passion, advocacy, at legacy – ang ipamamana namin sa kabataang Pilipino ngayon at sa mga susunod na henerasyon.”
Ang Misyon extends its heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Federico R. Lopez, Chairman and CEO of First Philippine Holdings Corporation, whose vision and support continue to sustain the organization’s mission of transforming lives through the power of music, and to Ms. Shirley Cruz, Vice President of Ang Misyon, for her invaluable guidance, encouragement, and advocacy. Their shared belief in music as a catalyst for change and their unwavering support inspire the Ang Misyon community to strive for excellence, social impact, and the nurturing of the next generation of Filipino musicians and leaders.
