Where Your Support Goes
Every dollar raised goes directly toward these two landmark initiatives — a cultural exchange program for Los Angeles youth and a permanent monument honoring our active and retired veterans.
Student Abroad Cultural Exchange Program 2027
Opening the world to California youth
About This Project
The Student Abroad Cultural Exchange Program 2027 sends California youth on transformative international experiences designed to build global and cross-cultural understanding. Many of our students have never left California — this program changes that, and changes them.
We believe that exposure to the world is one of the most powerful investments we can make in a young person. By funding travel, housing, and cultural immersion experiences abroad, we give students from underserved communities the same opportunities afforded to their more privileged peers.
Project Goals
Students return home with new language skills, lifelong friendships, and a broadened perspective that shapes their academic and professional futures.
Project Updates
First cohort of 12 students completed their exchange in China. All 12 reported amazing life-changing experiences.
Partnership agreements signed with host organizations in 8 countries across Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Program launched with an initial fundraising campaign. Community response exceeded expectations in the first 30 days.
Veterans Monument & Statue
A permanent tribute to those who served
About This Project
The Veterans Monument & Statue project will create a permanent, publicly accessible landmark in Pico Rivera, California honoring the courage, sacrifice, and service of our active duty military and retired veterans. This monument will stand as a lasting symbol of gratitude from the community they protected.
Los Angeles county is home to one of the largest veteran populations in the United States. Yet our region lacks a central, dedicated monument that honors their collective sacrifice. The Lutz Foundation is changing that — building a landmark worthy of their service.
Project Goals
The monument will serve as a gathering place for veterans, their families, and the broader community — a place of reflection, remembrance, and pride.
Project Updates
Design competition concluded. Three finalist designs selected by a panel of veterans and community leaders. Public vote opens September 2026.
Site selection committee identified three candidate locations in Los Angeles. Final site approval expected by end of year.
Project officially launched at a ceremony attended by over 200 veterans and community members. Fundraising campaign opened.
Both Projects Need Your Support
Whether you give $25 or $2,500, your contribution moves these projects forward and honors the community we all share.