The Maurice Lucas Foundation was founded in honor of Maurice Lucas and his legacy of service to the Portland community. Our mission: Teaching life lessons through education and sport. Teaching life lessons through education and sport. At the Maurice Lucas Foundation, kids come first. We are passionate about their success and believe in their ability to dream, learn, and achieve. Our programs, middle school through high school - and beyond, are built on academics, character development, physical activity, and community. We partner with families, teachers, schools, like-minded individuals, and organizations to create a community of champions who provide transformational opportunities and experiences for students. Together we encourage and support students' resilience as they navigate an increasingly challenging world. Our goal is for all students to have a fair and equitable opportunity to access a high-quality education and pursue their dreams.