1986
Phil-Asia Assistance Foundation Inc. (PAAFI) is founded by Roberto M. Lopez (RML), the youngest son of Eugenio Lopez Sr., soon after he returns from exile
1990
PAAFI runs a drop-in center in Malate, Manila in partnership with US-based organization Philippine International Aid
1992
RML passes away at age 42
1996
PAAFI marks its 10th anniversary led by chair Presentacion L. Psinakis (PLP)
2014
Reports a total of 11,523 scholars enrolled since its inception
2015
Has a total of 1,259 elementary, high school and college students enrolled, making it a milestone year for PAAFI
Launches its portable library project in two parishes in Metro Manila
2016
Celebrates its 30th anniversary in November
2017
Maritess Lopez takes over as chairman after PLP’s passing
2019
Four scholars pass the University of the Philippines College Admission Test, making it PAAFI’s best performance so far in the examinations
