The DLP Foundation was created 2007 to honor the life of Dominic Passantino, who was tragically lost in a fire at the University of Missouri in 1999. Recently, we have rebranded to include Leonardo “Lenny” Passantino, our son, who courageously battled neuroblastoma for five years before passing in 2022.

Through their memory, we are committed to supporting the burn unit at Children’s Mercy in Kansas City and helping families and patients facing pediatric cancer and other serious childhood diseases.

We strive to turn loss into purpose by bringing people together, supporting those in need, and making a lasting impact in our community.