DOHA, Qatar — The Overseas Filipino Investors and Entrepreneurs Movement (OFIE-M) successfully held its 14th Pre-Anniversary “No Tap” Bowling Night with a Purpose on August 28, 2026, at the Qatar Bowling Federation, gathering members of the Filipino community in Qatar for an evening of fellowship, sportsmanship, wellness, and bayanihan.
The event brought together OFIE-M members, Filipino community leaders, partners, participating teams, families, volunteers, and supporters in celebration of unity and purposeful community engagement. It was also attended by representatives of the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in the State of Qatar, whose presence added meaning to the celebration.
OFIE-M expressed its sincere appreciation for the Embassy’s participation and support, including the message of His Excellency Ambassador Mardomel Celo D. Melicor, delivered on his behalf by the Honorable Prince Philip N. Nagpala II, Third Secretary and Vice Consul.
The pre-anniversary activity was led by OFIE-M President Kristine Marie Zapanta, with the support and coordination of Sports and Wellness Chairperson Linda Flor Mosenabre, together with OFIE-M officers, committee members, and volunteers.
More than a recreational activity, the event reflected OFIE-M’s continuing advocacy to Serve, Lead, and Empower Overseas Filipinos through financial literacy, responsible leadership, entrepreneurship, reintegration preparedness, sports and wellness, community service, and volunteerism.
OFIE-M extends its heartfelt appreciation to its partners and supporters, including Qatar Bowling Federation, Qabayan Radio FM 94.3, Pinoy WISE International – Qatar, Kharis Edge Trading & Services, Efren Billiards Sports and Events, Zahrat Alyaqout Trading & Events, Tadawi Medical Center, Ideal Diet, OWN Snacks, Mandirigma Gym, and TASA Café. Special thanks also go to RICROD-PH for documenting event highlights for the Filipino community.
OFIE-M proudly congratulates all winners and awardees. In the Rated Category, Forever Young was named Champion, followed by GMEC as first runner-up and DC Hotshots as second runner-up. Cue-Pals received the Highest Individual Male Scorer recognition, while El Capitan received the Highest Individual Female Scorer recognition.
In the Non-Rated Category, HM Strikers was named Champion, followed by Majestic Conclave Eagles as first runner-up and QICM as second runner-up. SEEC received the Highest Individual Male Scorer recognition, while QICM received the Highest Individual Female Scorer recognition.
Special recognitions were presented to Cue-Gals for Best in Uniform, IMG Qatar as Most Energetic Team, Jackie of GMEC as Most Cheerful Bowler, and Archie of APOQ for achieving a Perfect 300.
OFIE-M also acknowledges the dedication of its officers, committees, volunteer team, participating teams, community leaders, and supporters who generously shared their time, effort, and support to make the event successful and meaningful.
The celebration reflected the strong spirit of unity among Overseas Filipinos in Qatar and reaffirmed OFIE-M’s commitment to building a more empowered, connected, healthy, and financially prepared Filipino community.
OFIE-M invites Overseas Filipinos, community leaders, partner organizations, and supporters in Qatar to continue taking part in its upcoming programs and advocacy initiatives promoting financial preparedness, leadership, wellness, entrepreneurship, and purposeful community service.
We are OFIE-M. We Serve. Lead. Empower.