Birthday Splash 2025: A Night to Remember, A Mission Renewed
On June 24th, 2025, our community came together in the most beautiful way to celebrate what would have been Luke’s 10th birthday—and we are humbled and overjoyed to share that our annual Birthday Splash fundraiser raised over $100,000 for Live Like Luke of Texas.
Hosted at the Greenwood Hills Community Club in Richardson, the evening was filled with joy, laughter, and love. More than 300 people attended—families, friends, neighbors, and new supporters—joining together for a cause that is deeply personal to all of us. From cannonballs in the deep end to bidding wars in the silent auction, every moment was filled with community spirit.
One of the most moving highlights of the night came when Mayor Amir Omar and members of the Richardson City Council presented a special proclamation declaring June 24th, 2025 as “Live Like Luke Day” in the City of Richardson. It was an incredibly meaningful tribute to the life and light that Luke brought to those around him and the mission we now carry forward in his name.
Thanks to our amazing sponsors and volunteers, 99% of the money raised at the Birthday Splash will go directly to families walking through the unimaginable reality of critical childhood illness. These funds help ensure that we can continue our mission into 2026 and beyond—offering love, hope, and practical support during the most difficult times.
To everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, sponsored, or simply shared our story—thank you. Your support means more than we can ever fully express. You are helping us keep Luke’s spirit alive in the most powerful way: by showing up for others.
With gratitude,
Luke’s Family and the Live Like Luke Board
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Sep 29
🌸 **Flowers for a Cause!** 🌸
Come Sip & Shop with us **TONIGHT from 5–7 PM** at **Lizzie Bee’s Flower Shoppe!** 🥂💐
Shop, sip, and support **Live Like Luke of Texas**! A portion of tonight’s sales will be donated to help provide financial support to families with children facing long hospital stays.
Come grab a friend and join us! 🧡
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Sep 16
⏰ ONE MORE DAY!
North Texas Giving Day is TOMORROW! 🎉
We have a $10,000 matching gift for Live Like Luke of Texas, so your donation can go twice as far in helping families with children facing long-term hospital stays.
Don’t forget to give tomorrow! Every dollar helps us keep families where they need to be most, by their child’s side.
#NorthTexasGivingDay #LiveLikeLuke
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Sep 15
🎉 North Texas Giving Day is just TWO days away!
And we have BIG news! A generous donor is matching every dollar given to Live Like Luke of Texas, up to $10,000! That means your gift can go TWICE as far in helping families with children facing long-term hospital stays. ❤️
Don’t forget to give! Every dollar makes a difference. The donation link is in our bio.
📅 North Texas Giving Day: September 17
Give to Live Like Luke of Texas and help us support more families.
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Sep 3
🎉 Early Giving for North Texas Giving Day is HERE! 🎉
Be one of the first to give and help families with children facing long hospital stays. ❤️
And here’s the exciting part: an anonymous donor will MATCH every dollar up to $10,000! That means your $25 gift becomes $50 for Live Like Luke of Texas. 🙌
Give early. Give twice the impact. Help a family stay where they need to be most: by their child’s side.
Donate to Live Like Luke of Texas| Click on the North Texas Giving Day link in our bio.
#NorthTexasGivingDay #NTXGivingDay #LiveLikeLuke #ChildhoodCancer #GiveBack
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Aug 28
🎗️ September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month 🎗️
This September, Lizzie Bee’s Flower Shoppe is partnering with Live Like Luke of Texas to support families impacted by childhood cancer.
Throughout the month of September, 10% of sales from a special Live Like Luke floral arrangement will be donated to Live Like Luke of Texas. The arrangement will feature orange, Luke’s favorite color, in honor of his memory and the children and families we serve. 🧡🌻
And there’s more!
Join us on September 29th for Lizzie Bee’s “Sip & Shop” event! 🍷🌸
15% of all sales from the event will be donated directly to Live Like Luke of Texas.
Come shop, sip, and support a great cause while helping families stay by their child’s side during long hospital stays.
Thank you, Lizzie Bee’s, for helping us Live Like Luke.🧡
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Aug 26
Liam was diagnosed with IPEX Syndrome in March 2025, a rare condition for which a stem cell transplant is the only cure. He received his transplant in June 2026 after a six-week hospitalization and must remain near the hospital for 100 days following the procedure.
Living two hours away, Liam’s mom has been staying with him at the Ronald McDonald House and has been unable to work since his admission. His dad has also missed work to be with Liam, leaving the family behind on bills. Liam’s special diet requires his mom to prepare every meal, adding significant grocery expenses during an already difficult time.
This grant will help ease the family’s financial burden so they can focus on what matters most: Liam’s recovery.
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Aug 24
This month, Live Like Luke provided $24,000 in grants to families with children ranging from 4 months to 16 years old.
Every grant has one goal: helping families stay where they need to be most, right beside their child in the hospital.
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Aug 15
Leilani has faced a long and difficult battle with leukemia, relapsing for the second time in February. She recently underwent a transplant and has spent months in the hospital receiving treatment.
Living in Tyler, Leilani’s family has faced significant expenses traveling back and forth for her care. Her father has also had to drastically reduce his work hours to be by her side, creating additional financial strain.
Live Like Luke is honored to help ease some of that burden so Leilani’s family can focus on what matters most—being together and supporting her through this fight.
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