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KATU – Everyday Heroes: Trail Blazer Maurice Lucas’ legacy lives on in his foundation academy

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PORTLAND, Ore. — Known as the “Enforcer” for his stout defense, power forward Maurice Lucas was an integral part of the Trail Blazers’ championship team of 1977. Lucas died of cancer in 2010 but his legacy of giving back — especially to kids — lives on in his foundation.

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About the Foundation

The Maurice Lucas Foundation challenges students to discover who they can be through enriching and life-changing experiences. It models, teaches, mentors, coaches and counsels students from middle school through high school – and beyond. It is building resilient citizens and leaders through its academic, character and physical development programs.

Maurice Lucas had a storied 14-year career in professional basketball, but off the court is where he built his legacy. Maurice passed away Oct. 31, 2010, at age 58. Today, the Maurice Lucas Foundation carries on his legacy by working with youth to help them realize their individual potential through education and sport.

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David Lucas (503) 880-4323

Our kids were offered a spot at a private school this fall. I think one of the biggest deciding factors in keeping our daughter at Tubman this year was your program. Time consuming as it may be, she really felt that her academic success last year came from the help she received at ML. Thanks for all you do.

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Maurice Lucas Foundation
PO Box 1661
Lake Oswego, OR 97035

Phone: 503-880-4323

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