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Luke's Legacy

Luke's Legacy was created to honor Luke Gere who passed away at the age of 16 in Dec2020

The foundation was established in March 2021 by his parents and dear friends to carry on Luke's wishes to:
1) Support Menchville High School Cross Country and Track team in the form of uniforms per Luke's wishes and other donations in consultation with the coaching staff,
2) Establish and administer a scholarship fund for the benefit of high school athletes living in Hampton Roads, Virginia who intend to pursue high education,
3) Support pediatric cancer research and research into rare cancers.

10/20/2026

More pix from Saturday ‘s race: 5k VHSL race organized by Luke’s Legacy to honor Luke’s birthday. 70 runners from 5 local schools joined in the fun and the mud!

10/20/2026

The rain and cool temps couldn’t stop the third Luke’s Legacy Invitational hosted in Newport News Park. Thank you to the runners who showed up with grit, the coaches and many volunteers who made this event a success.
Luke would have loved it 🥰🏃‍♂️🌧️🏃‍♀️💨

10/18/2026

Despite rain and windy conditions, the third Luke’s Legacy invitational took place this weekend at Newport News Park. Thank you to the runners, coaches and volunteers who made this another successful race in memory of Luke. He would have loved it!

10/13/2026

October 13, 2026 - Luke would have celebrated 22 years. Say a prayer for him. This week do something he enjoyed: Go for a run, eat some pizza with ranch dressing, drink Arizona Raspberry tea, Shoot some hoops, go fishing, hang out with your friends, do something kind.
We miss you Luke.

09/15/2026

2026 Lukes Legacy Scholar Update from Emmy: I’m getting settled in alright, it definitely took a minute and I am a bit home sick, but I’m starting to really like it here. My favorite class so far is Saints and Superheroes, which is about how ancient saints inspired modern day superheroes.
Lukes Legacy is honored to be a part of Emmy’s college journey at UVA! Go Hoos!! 💙🧡

09/10/2026

This week Lucy the mini-golden doodle celebrated 6 years. Luke found her online, during the pandemic when it was almost impossible to get a puppy.

His family travelled 6 hours to North Carolina to get her. She was supposed to be Luke’s companion as he battled cancer. Luke was such a gentle caretaker of the new puppy. Tragically they only spent 6 weeks together.

Lucy is part of Luke’s legacy. She helped the family go on after Luke’s passing. She became a therapy dog and a Red Cross ambassador who brings smiles.

Happy birthday Lucy.

05/23/2026

It was a joy to gather that Luke’s legacy scholars for the first ever breakfast. We celebrated our recent college graduates, the two newest scholarship recipients, and Luke’s memory.

05/18/2026

Luke’s Legacy is delighted to announce our 2026 scholarship recipients: Emily Engel and Joseph Pulliam both distinguished Seniors from Menchville HS.

This scholarship is meant to make a difference in those scholars’ life with $3,000 award. We trust Emily and Joseph will in turn make a difference in the world , like Luke would have made a difference in the world if he had lived beyond 16 years.

Congrats graduates! 🎓

04/01/2026

This is NOT an April's Fool - $3,000 scholarships

Luke's Legacy is looking for TWO Menchville Seniors with the following characteristics:
- GPA of 3.5 (or better)
- Active VHSL sports

Does this sound like you?

You should apply no later than this Saturday 4 April:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PYpFqC3h3cTODHwzIdDSVbvdayovssWtzxhh3RBYcZs

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123 Dp Road
Newport News, VA
23602

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