The Luca John Foundation

09/01/2017

When I lost my child, I found so many unexpected allies — and their words helped.

08/30/2017

08/28/2017

We offer a range of ways for people to make an impact in the daily lives of those who need it most.

Help us help others by being part of a community 500 volunteers strong.

The Luca John Foundation offers volunteer opportunities for college students, professionals and retirees. We pride ourselves on providing positive experiences in an assortment of professional areas, allowing for volunteers to contribute enormously to the Foundation’s programs.

08/25/2017

Men' Health AU feature on how men deal with grief and death. Interview with bereavement counsellor, Nathan.

How well prepared are you?

08/21/2017

As a parent you try to protect your child from every harm, but when you cannot protect your own, you try to protect others.

It has been nearly ten years since the founding of The Luca John Foundation. We set out to heal hearts and provide hope, but we didn’t know how much it would give us in return. Looking ahead, we have set some milestone goals for the Luca John Foundation.

08/18/2017

Francis and Blessings were the sort of patients that made an impression, not only because they have a rare condition, but because of their personalities.

I met Tamandami and her sons Francis and Blessings over a year ago. They were the sort of patients that made an impression, not only because they have a rare condition, but because of their personalities.

08/14/2017

Obstacles are strength-training as you follow your inspiration. Our inspiration? Supporting angel parents of infants & medical research for a rare bone disorder.

One in every 4,000-5,000 births will be affected by skeletal dysplasia. Approximately 50% of all fetuses with skeletal dysplasia are stillborn or die within the first six weeks of life.

08/11/2017

After struggling with fertility and suffering multiple miscarriages, one mom explains why she believes hope is like "a powerful virus."