Behind the Foundation
We exist to connect people with life-saving information, tools, and support
The Audenas Family Foundation was born from the hopes, heartbreak, and determination of everyday people—parents, siblings, and friends—who have lost loved ones to unexpected fentanyl overdoses. At the center of this mission is Eric Vytautas Audenas, whose passing sparked the beginning of this journey.
While every family's story is unique, they share two devastating truths: fentanyl was involved, and the deaths could have been prevented or at least made far less likely.
What started as the personal grief of losing Eric became a shared mission to prevent others from experiencing that same unimaginable loss. The foundation is built on the belief that awareness saves lives, that healthy engagement makes a difference, and that even in the darkest moments, there is a path forward. We carry Eric’s name and memory as a guiding light in the fight for education, prevention, and hope.
Our Mission
Help Prevent Fentanyl Deaths through
Initatives
Community Outreach
We believe every life is worth saving. Through compassionate, in-person outreach and the free distribution of Narcan (an over the counter nasal spray that can reverse opioid overdoses), we work directly with vulnerable communities to prevent senseless overdose deaths. By having real conversations, building trust, and equipping people with life-saving tools, we aim to create a safer, more supportive environment—one connection at a time.
Programs:
Positive Play
We believe sports have the power to change lives. By encouraging participation in team and individual athletics, we provide young people with a healthy outlet for energy, emotion, and ambition. Sports offer structure, build self-esteem, and create a sense of belonging—helping to steer youths away from risky behaviors and toward a future filled with purpose, discipline, and connection.
The Impact We Make
Please Join Us and Help Fund Programs That Transform Lives and Create Lasting Impact
In 2025, with the kind support of our donors and the Bradley Fieldhouse team, an indoor sports facility in Chicago, we proudly launched the Ramiro Calixto Memorial Program, an after-school initiative at Bradley Fieldhouse, a 30,000 square foot indoor sports facility in Chicago. Our goal is to provide a "safe space" for 50-100 high schoolers, who can participate in all that Bradley has to offer, year round.
The program was named in honour of the late Ramiro Calixto who was a cornerstone of the Bradley Fieldhouse community before his tragic passing in 2018. His spirit was defined by generosity, integrity, and a profound sense of gratitude—values he poured into his work at the facility.
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