Initiatives
Luzardo's Cheesesteaks for Charity
On Saturday, August 30, Jesús Luzardo hosted the inaugural Luzardo’s Cheesesteaks for Charity outside Citizens Bank Park and the community showed up in a big way. With the help of Philip’s Steaks, fans enjoyed cheesesteaks with a $15 donation, raising over $20,000 in just one afternoon for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia.
Luzardo himself spent time with supporters, signing autographs, taking photos, and personally thanking everyone who came out.
We’re grateful to everyone who came out, donated, and helped make this first-ever event so memorable. Together, we proved that baseball, food, and community can create real impact for kids who need it most.
Stay tuned for more ways to get involved with the Jesús Luzardo Family Foundation as we continue working to uplift and empower youth both on and off the field.
Jesus Luzardo Golf Classic 2026
The second annual Jesus Luzardo Golf Classic will be a shotgun style golf tournament, followed by cocktail reception, silent auction, and banquet award show, with the goal of raising funds to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, and the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Foundation through the Jesus Luzardo Family Foundation.
Striking Out Barriers
Throughout the 2025 baseball season, the Jesus Luzardo Family Foundation will donate $100 for every strikeout Luzardo records, for all home and away games. The initiative will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadephila. This local nonprofit youth development organization that provides critical resources for youth, helping them develop as individuals and leaders while seamlessly integrating into society.
You can join this initiative by pledging a donation for each strikeout as well, in any amount you feel comfortable with. To contribute, please click the Donate button.
About Us
The Luzardo Family Foundation
The Jesus Luzardo Family Foundation (a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) is dedicated to empowering and uplifting children of all abilities in South Florida, as well as supporting children's health and wellness and underserved community programs. The foundation strives to create a supportive and inclusive community where every child and individual can thrive, learn, and reach their full potential.
About Jesus
Jesus Luzardo is a starting pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies. In 2023, Jesus finished with 208 strikeouts, setting a record for most in a season by a lefty starter in Marlins history. In September 2024, MLB announced him as the Marlins’ nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, bestowed annually to the player who best represents the game of Baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy, and positive contributions on and off the field.
Jesus — born in Lima, Peru — is 26 years old. His parents are originally from Venezuela, and he grew up in Parkland, FL, just about an hour north of Miami. He was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2016 Draft by the Washington Nationals and made his MLB debut in 2019 with the Oakland Athletics at the age of 21. He got traded to the Marlins in 2021, where he was able to return home. He’s won 21 games since joining the team, the 2nd most by any Marlins pitcher in that span.
Supporting Partners
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