<![CDATA[The Leonidas Foundation - Fundraising Efforts]]>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:47:38 -0700EditMySite<![CDATA[9th Annual Leo Vagias Memorial Golf Classic: A Celebration of Community, Generosity, and Purpose]]>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 01:24:31 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/9th-annual-leo-vagias-memorial-golf-classic-a-celebration-of-community-generosity-and-purpose
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On behalf of The Leonidas Foundation, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the 9th Annual Leo Vagias Memorial Golf Classic. It was an incredible day filled with camaraderie, laughter, and the shared commitment to empowering young leaders through the L.E.O. Program™ (Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Opportunity™).

Thanks to our golfers, donors, and sponsors, this year’s outing was a resounding success — not only on the course but in continuing Leo’s legacy of giving back. Every swing, every bid, and every act of generosity helps us create new opportunities for students to grow as leaders and changemakers in their schools and communities.

We’re especially grateful to our event sponsors and contributors, whose generosity made this year’s tournament possible. Your support allows us to continue expanding our programs at Don Bosco Prep, Mount Saint Dominic Academy, West Side High School, and now new schools on the horizon.

From the early morning tee-offs to the evening reception, the spirit of friendship and purpose was unmistakable. Whether you played a round, volunteered, or contributed to our raffles and auctions, you played a vital role in advancing our mission to inspire young minds through leadership, entrepreneurship, and opportunity.

A special thank you as well to our event committee and volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the day seamless and memorable. We’re proud to see how far the Leo Foundation has come — and even more excited for what lies ahead.

Together, we continue to prove that when community comes together for a cause bigger than ourselves, incredible things happen.

We can’t wait to see you all again next year for the 9th Annual Leo Vagias Memorial Golf Classic!


With gratitude,
The Leonidas Foundation Executive Board + Volunteers
www.leouniteus.org
]]><![CDATA[Bringing Holiday Cheer to Children in Need]]>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:52:37 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/bringing-holiday-cheer-to-children-in-need
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The holiday season is a time for joy, generosity, and togetherness, and The Leonidas Foundation is back at work spreading Christmas cheer to children across New Jersey. Each year, we help deliver the magic of the holidays to hundreds of children who might otherwise go without. But this incredible mission is only possible with your support.

The need is greater than ever this year, and we’re calling on our amazing community to help us ensure every child experiences the joy of Christmas. Together, we can fill hearts with hope and homes with holiday cheer.

How You Can Help

Shop Our Amazon Wishlist
You can purchase gifts directly from our Amazon Wishlist, and they’ll be delivered straight to us. It’s a simple and direct way to make a child’s holiday special.

Let Us Shop for You
Don’t have time to shop? No problem! Venmo your donation to @LeonidasFoundation, and our team will handle the shopping for you.

Every gift, no matter the size, brings a smile to a child’s face and reminds them that they are cared for and loved.

We are deeply grateful for the unwavering generosity of our community, especially during the holiday season. Your kindness and compassion make this mission possible, and together, we’re bringing the spirit of Christmas to life for children who need it most.

Thank you for helping us make a difference. Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable for hundreds of children across New Jersey!

Happy Holidays,
The Leonidas Foundation
]]><![CDATA[Thank You for Attending the 8th Annual Leo Vagias Memorial Golf Classic!]]>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/thank-you-for-attending-the-8th-annual-leo-vagias-memorial-golf-classic
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We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who joined us today at the 8th Annual Leo Vagias Memorial Golf Classic. Your participation and support mean the world to us and help continue Leo’s legacy of empowering young minds. Together, we are making a real difference in the lives of students, providing them with the leadership, entrepreneurship, and opportunity (LEO) they need to thrive.
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Thank you for being a part of this special day, and we look forward to seeing you at next year’s event!
]]><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Food Drive]]>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/annual-christmas-toy-drive
We assisted North Bergen C.A.R.E.S. in supporting and preparing bags of food that will feed over 600 families this Thanksgiving
]]><![CDATA[Orange Theory Food Drive]]>Sat, 18 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/orange-theory-food-drive
We teamed up with Orange theory fitness to provide food for over 250 families ​
]]><![CDATA[8th Annual Christmas Toy Drive]]>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/8th-annual-christmas-toy-drive
We delivered more than 1,200 toys at Templo Fuente De Vida
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]]><![CDATA[COVID-19 Crisis Donation]]>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/covid-19-crisis-donation
It was our honor to provide lunch to 30 of our brave frontline healthcare professionals at Hackensack University Medical Center
]]><![CDATA[Fourth Annual Christmas Toy Drive]]>Sun, 22 Dec 2019 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.leouniteus.org/fundraising-efforts/fourth-annual-christmas-toy-drive
We distributed 600 toys to families in need in West New York and additional toys to over 450 students at Lincoln Annex School in North Bergen, NJ
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