About SPIFFS
SPIFFS is the only independent multi-ethnic organization of its kind in the United States. It was founded in 1975 as an umbrella organization of ethnic groups who joined together to present a festival during the U.S. Bicentennial Celebration. SPIFFS has been recognized by the Library of Congress and is found in its Local Legacies in Washington, D.C
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Services We Offer
In addition to the annual Folk Fair in October, in which member groups highlight the culture, ethnic crafts, foods, and entertainment from their respective cultures. SPIFFS and its member groups offer the following services to the community, and we invite you to use them!
The Speakers Bureau:
Folk artists and ethnic resource volunteers visit schools and other community venues to discuss the heritage of their ethnic group, share their music, dance, arts and crafts, and sometimes demonstrate ethnic food specialties.
The Language Bank:
More than 100 individuals handling more than 30 languages and dialects serve as translators and interpreters for the community in courts, hospitals and schools and assist local city and county officials with translations for visiting dignitaries.
Folk Dance Groups:
Many member groups have dance groups that are available to perform throughout the community. For entertainment groups, contact SPIFFS office.
New members:
Please call SPIFFS at (727) 289-3744, we will connect you with a pre-existing group or help you start your own if your ethnic group is not represented. If you have some time to volunteer, please let us know! We have many volunteer opportunities on an ongoing basis and at our festival.
