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Overview

Live Like Luca Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Luca S Calanni Foundation
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Summary

The Live Like Luca Grants aim to provide children in Western New York with opportunities in sports and education, aligning with Luca's vision. The Luca S. Calanni Foundation has awarded over $280,000 to various organizations, ensuring children can fully engage in sports, arts, and other enriching activities. Grants will cover costs that inhibit youth participation, primarily targeting registered 501(c)(3) charities serving youth aged 3-18 in the region.

Overview

Mission To fulfill Luca’s vision of creating opportunities for children throughout Western New York to participate and experience activities in sports and education. Grants Since its inception, The Luca S. Calanni Foundation (Live Like Luca) has provided over $280,000 in grants to organizations across Western New York. These organizations embody our mission of helping children to experience the joys of participating in sports, camps, the arts, and other activities that made Luca’s light shine bright. Funds will be awarded To subsidize any or all costs preventing youth from fully participating in the applicant’s activities

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Who can apply?Sports organizations in western New York that directly serve youth between the ages of 3-18Applicant must be a registered 501(c)(3) charity

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nonprofitsyouth-sports

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