The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David is a private foundation based in Torrance, California. Its 2024 filing describes a grant program that includes educational scholarships; the listed grants also include support for fundraising by Torrance Memorial Healthcare Foundation.
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David at a glance
In short: The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David gave $233K across 120 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $232,892
- +8.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 120
- +14.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,941
- -5.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $181
- Total assets
- $3,385,118
- +0.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (86% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David
- How to Apply
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Submit an application using the Emmanuel and Ofelia David Foundation Scholarship Application Form or on blank paper. Include the applicant’s name and contact information, college or university enrollment information, GPA, annual household income, school activities and organizations, anticipated major, career goals, and employment information if applicable. Attach official transcripts, two letters of recommendation (one from the school principal), and a written statement explaining financial need. The filing lists Antonio Quion as the contact for the application process. Annual grants for applicants in the Philippines are limited to $1,200, plus up to $500 for books, materials, and cost of living, for a combined total of $1,700. Annual grants for applicants in the United States are limited to $5,000, plus up to $2,500 for books and materials, for a combined total of $7,500.
- Review Cycle
- Submit the application two months before the semester starts.
- Deadline
- Submit the application two months before the semester starts.
- Contact
Application contact: Antonio Quion
Mailing address: 2368 Torrance Blvd Suite 200, Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: (310) 782-1878
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Torrance Memorial Healthcare Foundation ($200K). Together the top 3 received $201K.
Organizations only. It also paid 117 individual scholarships ($32,210), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
429 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 425 grants of 429 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 86% of grant dollars went to recipients in California; the filing identifies the remaining 14% of recipient-state share as “?”.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 120 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David gives
- Giving grew 51% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 148% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $72K (2022) to $233K (2024). In 2024 it made 120 grants totaling $233K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Torrance Memorial Healthcare Foundation Torrance, CA | Fundraising for the organization | $200,000 |
| 48 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $23,679 |
| Kya Charity Tarrayo | Educational- Scholarship-see attached "expenditure responsibility" statement attached per Reg 53.4945-5(d) | $539 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,385,118 | $299,675 | $274,864 | $232,892 | 120 | $243,828 | $62,792 | $165,196 |
| 2023 | $3,360,307 | $284,029 | $250,797 | $215,443 | 105 | $223,300 | $68,264 | $155,653 |
| 2022 | $3,327,075 | $403,993 | $149,936 | $71,931 | 88 | $100,654 | $90,265 | $148,622 |
| 2021 | $3,073,018 | $485,769 | $195,045 | $153,886 | 63 | $159,474 | $172,900 | $150,329 |
| 2020 | $2,782,294 | $460,548 | $143,598 | $109,927 | 53 | — | $66,672 | $131,651 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David reported a distributable amount of $165K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing says it administers a grant program and does not engage in direct charitable activities. Its application information describes annual scholarship grants for students in the Philippines and the United States. The 2024 grant list also includes a $200,000 grant to Torrance Memorial Healthcare Foundation for fundraising for that organization.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 120 grants totaling $232,892. Grants ranged from $22 to $200,000, with a median of $181. The largest listed grant was $200,000 to Torrance Memorial Healthcare Foundation for fundraising for the organization. Other listed grants included scholarships, with individual amounts ranging from $677 to $1,741 among the next-largest awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Emmanuel B. David as director, Ofelia T. David as CEO, Brandie David Kaneshiro as secretary, and Mary Beth David Martinez as CFO.
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David is led by Ofelia T. David, CEO since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Ofelia T. David
CEO
Vice President → CEO, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Emmanuel T. John David
Director
President, CEO & U.s. Manager → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brandie David Kaneshiro
Secretary
Treasurer → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Beth David Martinez
CFO
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Maria E. David-Martinez (2020–2023) — Assistant Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David
How much does The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David give each year?
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David gave $233K across 120 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $215K across 105 grants.
What is The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's typical grant size?
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's median grant in 2024 was $181, and its average grant was $1,941, across 120 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David give grants?
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David gives mostly in California: 86% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 120 grants with a stated purpose on The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's largest grantees?
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's largest 2024 grantees include Torrance Memorial Healthcare Foundation ($200,000), Kya Charity Tarrayo ($539) and Christian Ruiz Jasangas ($143), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 117 individual scholarships ($32,210), which are not listed by name. Together they received 86% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David?
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David reported $3.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $244K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $165K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David fund?
The foundation’s filing says it administers a grant program and does not engage in direct charitable activities. Its application information describes annual scholarship grants for students in the Philippines and the United States. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David?
Submit an application using the Emmanuel and Ofelia David Foundation Scholarship Application Form or on blank paper. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's EIN?
The Emmanuel & Ofelia Tuazon David's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-2919129. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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