Luka The Lion Foundation

As we reflect on how best to honor our beloved Luka The Lion's legacy, the Fishers are eager to give back to other children born with rare diseases and their families and caregivers, who give tirelessly of themselves in search of health and protection for their loved ones.

In lieu of flowers, we ask all who have supported their family during this journey to pay it forward by making a contribution to what will soon become the Luka The Lion Foundation. These funds will benefit other young children who, like Luka, face rare diseases and fight them with grace and limitless courage.

In the words of Julia, Luka's mother:

"At 11:09 pm on December 1st, our sweet lion earned his angel wings and went to a better place in heaven. He's at peace and finally not suffering anymore. We may never know someone again with so much fight, courage, and bravery, who made it look easy much of the time with his brilliant, beautiful spirit... our mutual love for our lion transcends this world, and he truly made us better people. His life has and will teach and inform medicine, and in just 22 months, he made an impact that will live on forever."

May all who know and love Luka and his family -- and anyone inspired by their bravery -- honor them by investing in this important work.

We are so grateful to you all.