Our Mission

Lisa Hafoka was elected TOFA's President in October 2022. She has been a Board Member since its inception in 2000. Over the years Lisa's responsibilities have included administrative support for all of TOFA programs including Co-Chair for TOFA Ambassadors 2021-2022, Health Fair Chair 2011, member of the TOFA luau and Scholarship committees, Cultural Arts performer, and assistant to her mother, former TOFA President and Founder, the late 'Ofa Mann. Lisa has a Bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University Idaho in Family and Human Services.

  Lucy Oback is Vice President of Operations for TOFA and brings a wealth of knowledge and advisement to the Board. She also serves as Vice President of US-China Railroad Friendship Association (UCRFA). 

She was Chair of APAPA-Community Education Foundation Internship and Scholarship Program. She served as the National Executive Director of Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association (APAPA) from 2016 to 2017, National President from 2012 to 2014 and Statewide President from 2008 to 2012.

In 2005, Lucy joined the Sacramento Chapter of the Ong Ko Met Benevolent Association and served as Vice President. 

In the recent past, Lucy served on the Executive Board of the Asian Pacific State Employees Association (APSEA). She was 2nd Vice President from fiscal year 2004 to 2005 and 1st Vice President from 2005 to 2006. 

Lucy retired from Employment Development Department, where she served as a Tax Administrator. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from University of Southern California. 

'Alisi is TOFA's Secretary and has been an important bridge to the community and has serviced in various capacities since TOFA's establishment in 2000. Her contributions to TOFA have included cultural arts performances and costume design. As a founding Board Member, she brings years of experience in support of TOFA's Executive Board of Directors and  Program Chairs, 'Alisi concurrently serves as a member of the TOFA Scholarship Committee.

Tevita Fakalata serves as the Vice President of Education at TOFA, providing advisement and mentorship over various educational initiatives. Tevita has presided over TOFA's past education conferences and scholarship fundraisers for an extended period. As one of the founding members of TOFA's Board, he contributes valuable wisdom and guidance, acting as a vital link to the broader Pacific Islander community in Sacramento.

Vise Mann, a founding member of the TOFA Board, serves as the Cultural Art Chair overseeing the Cultural Arts program that encompasses the diverse traditions of Pacific Islander dance, history, art, and more. Vise is a talented performer and instructor and has taught dance over the years to hundreds of children, youth, and adults dedicating numerous hours to performances showcasing and celebrating our rich Polynesian heritage. 

  Luisa Lavulo, a California native has served as the Chairwoman of TOFA's Ambassadors Program for 4 years.  She was raised in Minnesota and received the majority of her education while living there.

Since returning to Sacramento in 2000, she married her husband Ronald Lavulo and together are raising their five children for the past 16 years in Sacramento's District 8. Luisa is commonly known for her strong musical background, but her passion is her family. 

Balancing a house full of children, Luisa is dedicated to making her community a more sustainable and future-focused  environment. 

She loves serving as a youth leader at her church and Commissioner for the Arts Culture and Creative Economy in District 8.