Welcome to the David Louis Cunha Foundation
The mission of the David Louis Cunha Foundation is to positively impact the lives of children living with terminal and life-threatening medical conditions.
Whether making the dream of a special life experience a reality, or providing financial assistance to the family to help ease the burden of medical expenses, David’s Foundation is committed to these children. David’s Foundation also supports children who are in need of compassion and a helping hand in their daily lives, and the local agencies and groups dedicated to serving those children. Additionally, David’s Foundation awards annual scholarships to Smithfield High School graduating seniors who excel in community service and embody the generous heart that defined David.
Since its inception in 2015, the David Louis Cunha Foundation has been privileged to provide over $ 105,800.00 in donations to Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts children in need. An estimated $ 0.97 of every dollar raised goes to helping these children and their families. With the generous support of our family, friends, and community, like you, the David Louis Cunha Foundation will persevere in helping children for years to come....and always in the loving memory and honor and celebration of our David. Thank you all so very much for your kindness and support.
David Louis Cunha Foundation Christmas Giving !
David Louis Cunha Foundation Christmas Giving Season is upon us ! Please stay tuned for wonderful news !
A Milestone for the David Louis Cunha Foundation.
Dear Friends, We are proud and yet most humbled to announce a milestone for the David Louis Cunha Foundation. This past June, David’s Foundation exceeded $ 101,000.00 in donations to Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts children in need. We are so very thankful. We could have never foreseen this back in those dark early days …
David Louis Cunha Foundation’s 31 Days of Prizes August 2022 Fundraiser !!!
Dear Friends, Announcing the David Louis Cunha Foundation’s 31 Days of Prizes August 2022 Fundraiser !! Due to the ongoing Covid situation, our traditional fundraiser gathering will return next year in 2023. Our calendar fundraiser last year was a huge success…so we are going to repeat it ! Tickets are available now !! There will …
Mikey Goes To Disney !
Dear Friends, On March 1st the David Louis Cunha Foundation, through A Wish Come True in Warwick, RI, had the true pleasure of donating $ 5,000.00 to sponsor a young boy’s wish for him and his family to visit Disney World in Florida. Mikey is three years old and has been battling Severe Combined Immunodeficiency …
Welcome 2022 !
Dear Friends, Please stay tuned for exciting news from the David Louis Cunha Foundation 2022 !! Assistance to children in need, our annual fundraiser, and so much more….including a wonderful milestone ! And as always, THANK YOU all for your incredible support !!
David Louis Cunha Foundation Sends Elijah To Disney !
Dear Friends, On Wednesday, June 30th, the David Louis Cunha Foundation, through A Wish Come True in Warwick, RI, had the true pleasure of donating $ 5,000.00 to sponsor a young boy’s wish for him and his family to visit Disney World in Florida. Elijah is four years old and sadly has been battling leukemia …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 2021 Fundraiser! 31 Days of Prizes !!
31 DAYS OF PRIZES AUGUST 2021 !! On Sunday, August 1st, David’s Foundation will kick off its 31 Days of Prizes Fundraiser ! A chance to win one daily prize during the month and then all ticket holders are eligible for the grand prize of $1000 on August 31st ! Tickets are on sale now …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 2021 Scholarships !
Congratulations to Jessica Balcom and Robert Squillante – 2021 recipients of David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Smithfield High School graduating seniors who have excelled in community service and embody the generous heart and character that defined David. Winners are chosen by a panel of some of David’s former teachers from …
Welcome to 2021 !!
Dear Friends, With the beginning of 2021, we hope and pray the New Year will bring better times for us all. As you know, due to unprecedented health and financial hardships and restrictions brought on by the Covid19 crisis, the David Louis Cunha Foundation was forced to cancel its annual fundraiser in 2020. But because …
David Louis Cunha Foundation’s Christmas Giving.
“Christmas is the time of year where want is keenly felt and abundance rejoices”. Dear Friends, In years past as the Christmas season came upon us, David’s Foundation would be preparing for its annual Christmas Giving to children in need…children who do not experience the joys and happiness of Christmas that most children do. This …
Ann Sabbagh of Seacoast Mortgage Corp & the David Louis Cunha Foundation.
On Friday, October 2nd, our dear friend, Ann Sabbagh, President of Seacoast Mortgage Corporation, invited us to her Narraganset office to create this video for the purpose of introducing the David Louis Cunha Foundation to folks who may not be familiar with David’s Foundation. Ann & Seacoast Mortgage have been David’s Foundation’s greatest sponsor from …
Boscov’s & the David Louis Cunha Foundation.
Dear Friends, Help support David’s Foundation by shopping at Boscov’s Wednesday, October 14th & Thursday, October 15th…at the downtown Providence store or Online…or at a Boscov’s near you ! Thanks so much !!
Tracy’s Birthday Donations !
Dear Friends, If you would like to make a kind donation to David’s Foundation in honor of Tracy’s birthday…you can do so by going to the Donations page and donate via PayPal. If you do not have a PayPal account, please contact Cheryl or Peter directly and we will be most happy and appreciative to …
David Louis Cunha Foundation & AmazonSmile!
A heartfelt Thank You to our dear friend, Gabriella Caprio…for her reminder that for all of us who are Amazon customers, we can sign in through AmazonSmile and select David’s Foundation as our favorite charitable organization. Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to David’s Foundation. Thank you all so much for your continued support …
David Louis Cunha Foundation / Smithfield High School 2020 Scholarships.
Congratulations to Jessica Nicholson, Hannah Hardy, & Sean Martin– 2020 recipients of David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Smithfield High School graduating seniors who have excelled in community service and embody the generous heart and character that defined David. Winners are chosen by a panel of some of David’s former teachers …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 6th Annual Fundraiser – Rescheduled to June, 2021 !!
Dear Friends For the past five years, the Spring has represented a time of year when David’s Foundation would normally be in full swing preparing for its annual fundraiser held in June. This Spring, however, has brought experiences and concerns that none of us could ever have imagined. Not only are our families, friends and …
David Louis Cunha Foundation Sends Will To Disney !!
Dear Friends, On Friday, March 20th, David’s Foundation, through A Wish Come True in Warwick, had the true pleasure of donating $ 5,000.00 to sponsor a young boy’s wish for him and his Mom & Dad to visit Disney World in Florida. William is five years old and has been battling a rare brain disorder …
Mrs. Ann Marie Rhodes Memorial.
In February, Mrs. Tracy Pendergraft, Ms. Jessica Rhodes, Mr. Dustin Rhodes & Mr. Donald Rhodes generously donated $ 700.00 to the David Louis Cunha Foundation in loving memory and honor of their Mom, Mrs. Ann Marie Rhodes. The donation was made in Mrs. Rhodes’ spirit of compassion for others. It took a special woman to …
Thank You Smithfield Town Council.
Dear Friends, On Tuesday, February 4th, the David Louis Cunha Foundation received a Certificate of Commendation from the Smithfield Town Council for David’s Foundation’s charitable work in the community and beyond. David’s Foundation is the first recipient of this Smithfield Samaritans Citation. We wish to sincerely thank Suzy Alba, Randy Rossi and the Smithfield Town …
2020 !! SO MUCH GREAT NEWS COMING SOON !! PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MANY UPDATES AS WE BEGIN 2020 !
Since its inception in 2015, the David Louis Cunha Foundation has been privileged to provide over $ 65,800.00 in donations to Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts children in need. In 2019, we were able to proudly donate $ 22,140.00 to these children. With your generous support, we look forward to accomplishing even more in 2020. …
Christmas Giving.
We are most pleased to announce that this Christmas season, because of your wonderful generosity, David’s Foundation was able to donate $ 3,340.00 to the following groups & agencies who specifically help children…children who do not experience the joys and happiness of Christmas that most children do…children who are in great need of some Christmas …
David Louis Cunha Foundation Grants A Little Boy’s Wish For A Pool .
On Tuesday, December 10th, David’s Foundation had the true pleasure of donating $ 4,000.00 to a young man whose only wish was to have a pool that he and his family could all enjoy together. Ethan is four year boy with a congenital heart defect that is very similar to what David was born with. …
David Louis Cunha Foundation & Noah Strong !
On Wednesday, November 6th, David’s Foundation had the honor of visiting Noah Antunes & his Mom, Amy at their home in Smithfield. Noah is battling Burkitt Lymphoma, a form of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Making the trip with us was our dear friend and David’s Foundation’s greatest supporter Ann Sabbagh from Seacoast Mortgage Corporation. What a wonderful …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 2nd Annual Softball Tournament – A Great Time & Success For A Worthy Cause !!
On Saturday, September 28th, David’s Foundation held its 2nd annual softball tournament. It was an opportunity for David’s friends & family to get together & have fun & enjoy each other’s company in remembrance and honor of Dave. Through the wonderful generosity of the participants, $ 1,000.00 was raised for the family of baby Mickey …
David Louis Cunha Foundation’s Annual Visit to the Edward Madden Open Hearts Camp.
On July 27th, the David Louis Cunha Foundation made its third annual trip to the Edward Madden Open Hearts Camp in Great Barrington, Massachusett…s, in the Berkshires. As you may remember, this camp hosts children who have undergone all types of open heart surgeries…including heart replacements. During the entire Summer, the camp welcomes kids from …
Kevin Flaherty Takes The David Louis Cunha Foundation Along With Him On His Expedition To The Summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa !
Dear Friends, As previously posted, on July 12th, Kevin Flaherty and two of his friends began an expedition to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa. On July 18th, they reach Uhuru Peak, 19,341 feet above sea level. Kevin dedicated this amazing journey to his dear friend David and David’s Foundation. In support of …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 5th Annual Fundraiser – A GREAT SUCCESS !!!
On June 22, 2019, the David Louis Cunha Foundation held its 5th Annual Fundraiser. Over 380 friends and family gathered at the Smithfield Elks Lodge to celebrate and honor the life of David with an evening of remembrance, music, food, and fun. The event was highlighted with performances by music group RugBurn and Lainey Dionne, …
David Louis Cunha Foundation Meets With WJAR!
Peter and Cheryl Cunha and Lainey Dionne Meet With WJAR To Talk About Davids Foundation And Their Upcoming Fundraiser!
David Louis Cunha Foundation & A Wish Come True!
Hello Friends, On Thursday, June 6th, 2019, David’s Foundation had the true pleasure of donating $ 4,000.00 to A Wish Come True in Warwick, RI to help sponsor a young boy’s wish. Five year old PJ, his brother, Joe, and his Mom & Dad will be vacationing at Disney World in Florida. PJ will get …
Congratulations Seniors!
Congratulations to Elizabeth Ferreira and Justin Gorgone – 2019 recipients of the David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Smithfield High School graduating seniors who have excelled in community service and embody a generous heart, as did David. And coincidently, also as David, both Elizabeth & Justin deal with congenital health conditions. …
David Louis Cunha Foundation’s 2019 Donation Season About To Begin !
Dear Friends, We are close to beginning our 2019 Donation Season. Please stay tuned. And as always, thank you so very much for your kindness and caring. All we are able to accomplish is due to your most generous support.
David Louis Cunha Foundation 5th Annual Fundraiser !!
David Louis Cunha Foundation 5th Annual Fundraiser ! Saturday, June 22nd, 2019. Smithfield Elks Lodge, 326 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI. Barbecue Dinner / Plus food throughout the evening ! Doors Open at 4:00 PM . Live Musical Entertainment by – Smithfield’s Own Lainey Dionne 4:30PM and RugBurn 8:00 PM to Midnight. Fantastic Live & Silent …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 2019 Scholarships
DAVID LOUIS CUNHA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP 2019 This scholarship was created in the loving memory and honor of David Louis Cunha, a 2012 graduate of Smithfield High School, and will be awarded to students who have excelled in community service. David Cunha was born on January 1, 1994. Though David lived with a congenital heart defect, …
2018 Comes To An End – Thank You All For Your Wonderful Support !
Dear Friends, Since its inception in 2015, the David Louis Cunha Foundation has been privileged to provide over $ 38,500.00 in donations to Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts children in need. In 2018, David’s Foundation was able to proudly donate $ 15,050.00 to these children. And all we do is made possible by YOU. Thanks to …
David Louis Cunha Foundation Christmas Gifting
David Louis Cunha Foundation Christmas Gifting “Christmas is the time of year where want is keenly felt and abundance rejoices” Dear Friends of the David Louis Cunha Foundation, As in the past three Christmas seasons, David’s Foundation will once again this Christmas reach out to children in need… children who do not experience the joys …
THANK YOU !! The 4th Annual David Louis Cunha Foundation Fundraiser – A HUGE SUCCESS !
Hello Everyone, The 4th Annual David Louis Cunha Foundation Fundraiser was a HUGE SUCCESS ! After all expenses were paid, the event raised over $ 33,000.00 !! A MOST SINCERE AND HEARTFELT THANK YOU to all of you for your support. We have so much planned for this Christmas season and 2019 promises to be an …
Children’s Wishes – Meet Violet
Children’s Wishes – Meet Violet Hello Friends, On Thursday, August 2nd, 2018, David’s Foundation had the pleasure of donating $ 2,000.00 to Children’s Wishes in Warwick, RI to help sponsor a young girl’s wish. Four year old Violet and her Mom & Dad will be vacationing at Disney World in Florida. Violet was born with …
From Our Sponsor – Seacoast Mortgage Corporation
Thank You Seacoast Mortgage Corporation! Join Us For The Forth Annual DLC Fundraiser!
David Louis Cunha Foundation at the Edward Madden Open Hearts Camp
David Louis Cunha Foundation at the Edward Madden Open Hearts Camp Hello Everyone, Some more good news from the David Louis Cunha Foundation ! On Sunday, July 15th, we returned to the Edward Madden Open Hearts Camp in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, in the Berkshires. As you may remember, this camp hosts children who have undergone …
A Wish Come True
A Wish Come True – Give Kids The World Hello Friends, On Tuesday, July 10th, 2018, David’s Foundation had the pleasure of donating $ 3,000.00 to A Wish Come True to sponsor a young boy’s wish. Davis, his Mom & Dad and brother will be vacationing at Disney World in Florida. They will be staying …
David Louis Cunha Foundation 4th Annual Fundraiser!!
Buy Tickets Here Announcing The 4th Annual David Louis Cunha Foundation Fundraiser! August 11, 2018. Smithfield Elks Lodge. 4PM – Midnight. Admission: $30.00 Lainey Dionne at 6PM and RugBurn 8PM to Midnight. Lainey Dionne Rugburn All This Fun Will Be Happening On August 11th At The Smithfield Elks . Entertainment will be provided by our …
Thank You For Your Efforts
2017 Was A Very Successful Year!
2018 David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarships!
Congratulations to Hannah Dauray and Lily Caswell – 2018 recipients of the David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Smithfield High School graduating seniors who have excelled in community service and embody a generous heart, as did David. Winners are chosen by a panel of some of David’s former teachers from the …
A Village of Support Drives Our Efforts. Please Consider Joining Us.
A Village of Support Drives Our Efforts. Please Consider Joining Us. $2,000 David’s Grand Slammers $ 500.00 OF DONATION SPECIFICALLY SPONSORS TWO CHILDREN FOR A TWO WEEK STAY AT OPEN HEARTS CAMP (details will be provided) Complimentary event tickets for 10 guests Company logo/name recognition in all press releases and media announcements Company logo/name …
The Beneficiaries Of The Efforts Of So Many
2017 Was A Very Successful Year! A-Wish-Come-True Adoption-RI Smithfield Rotary Open-Hearts-Camp Devereux-Tanner-Hill-Houses Christmas-Is-For-Kids Friends-Way Miracles-for-Maddox Smithfield-High-School AIDS-Care-Ocean-State Pacemaker-Camp The David Louis Cunha Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established on January 13, 2015, upon the sudden passing of David Cunha. The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial support to families with children living with life threatening …
Mrs. Anna E. Clinton Memorial
Mrs. Anna E. Clinton Memorial Dear Friends, If you wish to donate to the David Louis Cunha Foundation in loving memory and honor of Mrs. Anna E. Clinton, please use the tabs below. Thank you so very much for your thoughtfulness.And a very heartfelt and sincere Thank You to Jean & Fred Uttley and Anne Marie Bobola …
David Louis Cunha Foundation Assists Monster Tough 4 Davis Fundraiser.
On February 22nd, 2018, the David Louis Cunha Foundation had the honor of donating $ 500.00 to the Monster Tough 4 Davis Fundraiser held at Saint Timothy’s parish in Warwick. The fundraiser was for Davis McLarnon, a three year old boy who was recently diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. To make matters worse, the …
2017 Comes To An End
2017 Was A Very Successful Year! The David Louis Cunha Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established on January 13, 2015, upon the sudden passing of David Cunha. The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial support to families with children living with life threatening medical conditions. David’s Foundation also reaches out to children in general who …
David Louis Cunha Foundation Christmas Gifting
David Louis Cunha Foundation Christmas Gifting Friends of the David Louis Cunha Foundation, Part of David’s Foundation’s mission is to provide financial support to families with children living with life threatening medical conditions. But David’s Foundation also reaches out to children in general who are in need of some compassion and assistance in their daily lives and …
Save the Dates! September 14, 21 & 28
Save The Dates: September 14, 21 & 28 Thank You to Gary Maddocks and Johnston Street Machines ! A great success ! Stay tuned for details. Every Thursday in the month of September, Johnston Street Machines is having a Antique Car Show in the parking lot of Denny’s on Hartford Ave. Johnston RI. No admission …
3rd Annual Event Success. Thank You!
On Saturday, July 22, 2017, the David Louis Cunha Foundation held it’s 3rd Annual Fundraiser. After all expenses, well over $ 27,000.00 was raised. With 370 friends and family in attendance, we gathered in David’s loving memory and honor. David’s Foundation is thriving and able to accomplish it’s mission due to the steadfast support of …
Granting Wishes
Hello Friends of the David Louis Cunha Foundation ! On Thursday, August 10, 2017, David’s Foundation had the pleasure of donating $ 5,000.00 to A Wish Come True to sponsor a young boy’s wish. Domenic, his Mom & Dad and sister will be vacationing on Block Island for one week in August. They will be …
The DLC Foundation and Open Hearts Camp.
July 31, 2017 To: David Louis Cunha Foundation From: The Edward J. Madden Open Hearts Camp Re: $2,500 Donation Federal Tax ID #: 111-962-110 Dear Cheryl, Peter, Donna, and Peter When you first got in touch with the camp I was immediately struck by the poignant nature of your foundation and what you were giving …
The DLC Foundation Donates $ 2,500.00 to Open Hearts Camp.
Open Hearts Camp Hello Everyone, Some great news from the David Louis Cunha Foundation ! This past Saturday we visited the Edward Madden Open Hearts Camp in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, in the Berkshires. This camp hosts children who have undergone open heart surgeries…many of who have received heart replacements. During the entire Summer, there are children who …
The Countdown Begins! 3rd Annual Fundraiser
3rd Annual David Louis Cunha Foundation Fundraiser July 22, 2017 Sponsorships Purchase Tickets Donate The Who, What, Where, When, Why and WOW! Saturday, July 22nd – Smithfield Elks Lodge – 326 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI Barbecue Dinner with Music by Lainey Dionne 5:00 – 7:00 Steve Smith & the Nakeds 8:00 – 12:00 Tickets $ …
More Scholarships Given!
Congratulations to Alyssa Ricci and Nicholas Squillante – 2017 awardees of the David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships are awarded to Smithfield High School Graduating Seniors who have excelled in community service and embody a generous heart, as did David. Alyssa and Nicholas both receive $1,000.00 from David Louis Cunha Foundation – thank you …
We’re Sending Kids to Open Heart Camp!
Hello Everyone, Great news from the David Louis Foundation! David’s Foundation will be sponsoring 8 children to attend the Open Hearts Camp in Great Barrington, MA for two weeks this summer!! We are looking to sponsor five children from Rhode Island and three children from Nearby Massachusetts. The Open Hearts Camp is a non-profit summer …
Donations/Grants In 2016
The David Louis Cunha Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization, was established on January 13, 2015, upon the passing of David Cunha. The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial support to families with children living with life threatening medical conditions. The Foundation also awards scholarships to Smithfield High School graduating Seniors who excel in community service …
3rd Annual Fundraiser
3rd Annual David Louis Cunha Foundation Fundraiser Sponsorships Purchase Tickets Donate The Who, What, Where, When, Why and WOW! Saturday, July 22nd – Smithfield Elks Lodge – 326 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI Barbecue Dinner with Music by Lainey Dionne 5:00 – 7:00 Steve Smith & the Nakeds 8:00 – 12:00 Tickets $ 30.00 Per Person …
Donations/Grants In 2016
The David Louis Cunha Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) organization, was established on January 13, 2015, upon the passing of David Cunha. The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial support to families with children living with life threatening medical conditions. The Foundation also awards scholarships to Smithfield High School graduating Seniors who excel in community service …
2nd Annual DLC Foundation Fundraiser
Join Rhode Island’s own Steve Smith and the Nakeds and the DLC Foundation family for a great 2nd Annual Fundraiser on August 27, 2016! Smithfield’s own Lainey Dionne will also perform. Enjoy all of our BBQ favorites and take a chance on winning wonderful raffle and auction items. A great night out for a great cause!! …
Congratulations Seniors!
On Monday, May 30th, the David Louis Cunha Foundation presented graduating Smithfield High School Seniors Angela Gattinella and Paige Howard each with a check for $ 1,000.00 – Angela & Paige are the very first David Louis Cunha Foundation Scholarship recipients. These annual scholarships will be awarded to graduating Seniors who exemplify David’s compassion and …
Boston Children’s Hospital’s Pacemaker Camp Fund
Last Friday, May 13th, the David Louis Cunha Foundation presented Boston Children’s Hospital’s Pacemaker Camp Fund a check for $ 2,240.00 This donation will enable five Rhode Island children with pacemakers to attend the camp over Labor Day weekend in September. Years ago, David attended the camp and had a terrific time. In David’s memory …
Bella to meet Mickey!
Today, February 11, 2016, the David Louis Cunha Foundation had the opportunity to grant a wish to a young child named Bella. Her wish was to go to Walt Disney World in Florida this May. This is just the beginning of the great things that the Foundation is doing to help those in need. Thanks …
We’re on Facebook!
The David Louis Cunha Foundation would like to welcome you to the Foundation’s Facebook Page. This page will serve as a means of communication of the wonderful things David’s Foundation has accomplished in just one year as well as our plans for the future. All of these have been achieved through your love and support. …
About DLC Foundation
The David Louis Cunha Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Smithfield, Rhode Island which was established on January 13, 2015 upon the sudden passing of David Cunha. David’s Foundation’s mission is to positively impact the lives of children living with terminal and life-threatening medical conditions. Whether making the dream of a special life …
SENATERESOLUTION – EXPRESSING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE UNTIMELY PASSING OF DAVID LOUIS CUNHA
S T A T E O F R H O D E I S L A N D IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2015 ____________ S E N A T E R E S O L U T I O N EXPRESSING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE UNTIMELY PASSING OF DAVID LOUIS CUNHA Introduced …
Rhode Island College mourns student who died Monday
Source: Rhode Island College mourns student who died Monday By Kate Bramson Journal Staff Writer Posted Jan 14, 2015 at 9:25 AM PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island College is mourning the loss of one of its students, junior David Louis Cunha of Smithfield, who died Monday. Cunha, 21, was majoring in Mass Media Communications, was active with community service and had …