Andre’s Story
Celebrating a son, husband, father, hurdler, entrepreneur, and proud Canadian athlete.
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The Andre Wright Legacy Foundation honours Andre’s life by helping students pursue higher education and working toward greater access to mental health and wellness support.
Inspired by Andre’s determination, intelligence, athletic excellence, and passion for helping people become their best, the Foundation seeks to turn love and remembrance into meaningful opportunities for others. Through scholarships and a developing Hope & Wellness Initiative, we hope to encourage potential, remove barriers, and remind individuals that support and possibility remain within reach.
Our work
In Andre’s name
Legacy Scholarships
In developmentSupporting students as they take their next steps toward university education.
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In developmentConnecting people with community services and developing modest financial assistance for eligible care-related costs.
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His legacy is not only in the hurdles he overcame, but in the opportunities we can create for others in his name.
Never Lose Hope
His journey
A life of purpose
Selected to represent Canada on the World Junior Track and Field Team
Selected to represent Canada on the Pan American Team
University of Windsor Lancers, track and field
Founded Vacation Body Fitness, his personal training business
Deon Wright establishes the Andre Wright Legacy Foundation
Next: the first Legacy Scholarship
But my greatest pride was never in the medals, the achievements, or the recognition. It was simply in being his mother.
A message from our founder
A Mother’s Love, A Lasting Legacy
There are some people whose place in our hearts can never be measured. For me, that person is my son, Andre.
As his mother, I was immensely proud of Andre’s accomplishments: watching him grow into an exceptional athlete, pursue his education, and earn the honour of representing Canada. Those were moments of tremendous pride that I will forever cherish.
Deon Wright, Founder
Read Deon’s messageWays to help
Ways to get involved
Make a contribution toward the Foundation’s developing programs.
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