MIAMI (CBSMiami) — Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa announced on Thursday the establishment of the Tua Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the support of youth initiatives, health and wellness, and other charitable causes.
The Tua Foundation will primarily focus on charitable endeavors in South Florida, Alabama and Hawai`i.
In recognition of the foundation launch, three grants of $16,667 (totaling $50,000) were awarded on Feb. 4 to the Police Athletic League of North Miami, Big Oak Ranch in Springville, AL, and and the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame in Honolulu, HI.
“It is my deepest hope that the Tua Foundation will make a meaningful impact in support of those in need.