Ed Lucas Foundation (ELF)
The Ed Lucas Foundation was established as a way to give and assist to others who, like Ed, are blind and/or have a disability, encouraging them in pursuing their dreams and establishing their independence, just as Ed was helped when he was beginning his journey.
Thanks to the support of family, friends, mentors, teachers and others that came into his life to offer support in many different ways at crucial points, Ed persevered, never giving up until his dreams came true.
This Foundation is Ed’s way of repaying all of the kindness and generosity shown by those people who were there for him when he needed it most. Ed’s aim was to use the attention and honors that have been sent his way, including “Seeing Home”, to shine a light on others who are facing challenges and obstacles and need that extra boost, just like he did.
With your support, The Ed Lucas Foundation, a fully registered 501(c)3 non-profit public charity, works with other charities to make a difference in their lives and help them to reach their goals, too.
Learn About the Life and Legacy of Ed Lucas & The Ed Lucas Foundation
Your New Jersey Host Lisa Marie Falbo welcomes The Ed Lucas Foundation President Alison Lucas and Vice President James Fiorentino to the show to discuss the David Cone Celebrity Golf Outing and the organization’s mission.
Ed Lucas Foundation — January 2024 Newsletter
Dear friends,
Happy New Year to One and All!
I would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you from everyone at the Ed Lucas Foundation and the David Cone Celebrity Golf Classic.
Our 2023 golf event was incredibly successful due to your support and generosity. I would like to acknowledge Peter Cancro and Jerry Kallman of Jersey Mike’s for officially coming aboard as our Major Title Sponsor. I would also like to recognize the Mortorano Family as our Dinner Sponsor, James Fiorentino for his involvement in so many ways, and Corporate Sponsors BCB Community Bank, KDLM, Bogota Savings and Camber Pharmaceuticals.
In addition, through your support, I am happy to report the Ed Lucas Foundation was able to more than double the grants issued in 2023 over the previous year. The following sight-related and special needs charities are those to whom grants were made.
The Seeing Eye – Training guide dogs for the blind
Seton Hall University – Scholarships and adaptive equipment for special needs students
The Independence Fund – Adaptive equipment for wounded veterans
JDRF – Diabetes research, the number one cause of blindness
CRF – Retinal research and diseases of the eye
Visions – Programs for the visually impaired adult community
UCP – Cerebral Palsy research
Shining Stars Network – Providing art programs for special needs children
The 2024 David Cone Celebrity Golf Classic will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024. We look forward to having you join us for this wonderful cause as we continue the legacy and spirit of Ed Lucas.
Sincerely,
Allison Lucas
President
Ed Lucas Foundation
We provide scholarships to students with disabilities at Seton Hall University through the Office of Disabilities.
Support to the Seeing Eye, Inc. which raises puppies to provide seeing eye dogs for the blind.
Support for Diabetes Research. The #1 Cause of blindness in the world.
Support for wounded veterans through the independence fund in purchasing all-terrain vehicles for wounded veterans which provides independence.
Provided technical/education equipment for blind/visually impaired students attending Kean University.
