About the Foundation
A foundation built in honor of Thomas LaFever. Dedicated to compassion, safety, and saving lives.
Remembering Thomas
Thomas Ross LaFever II (July 3, 2007 – October 3, 2024)
“What a wonderful, amazing, caring, and kind-hearted boy he was. He had a light in him, a love for life and people, that touched everyone fortunate enough to cross his path.” – Mom
On September 30, 2024, Thomas experienced a tragic motorcycle accident during Spirit Week. Though EMTs worked for 15 minutes to restore his heartbeat, the trauma was irreversible. On October 3, he passed away.
But Thomas’s story didn’t end there. He became an organ donor, giving a kidney to a 48-year-old man, another kidney to a 30-year-old woman, and restoring sight to someone who had lived in darkness. His final gifts became a new legacy.
From a young age, Thomas showed promise as a certified welder, a natural maker and doer. His love of building, helping others, and living hands-on is now at the heart of what we do.
“What a wonderful, amazing, caring, and kind-hearted boy he was. He had a light in him, a love for life and people, that touched everyone fortunate enough to cross his path.” – Mom
On September 30, 2024, Thomas experienced a tragic motorcycle accident during Spirit Week. Though EMTs worked for 15 minutes to restore his heartbeat, the trauma was irreversible. On October 3, he passed away.
But Thomas’s story didn’t end there. He became an organ donor, giving a kidney to a 48-year-old man, another kidney to a 30-year-old woman, and restoring sight to someone who had lived in darkness. His final gifts became a new legacy.
From a young age, Thomas showed promise as a certified welder, a natural maker and doer. His love of building, helping others, and living hands-on is now at the heart of what we do.
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Our Mission
The Thomas LaFever Foundation was created to honor Thomas’s legacy of kindness, courage, and compassion. We are dedicated to promoting motorcycle safety, equipping communities with life saving CPR skills, and inspiring hope through the power of organ donation. What began as one life has grown into a movement of many – protecting families, empowering everyday heroes, and giving others a second chance at life.
Official Training Partners
We’re proud to announce that the Thomas LaFever Foundation is now an officially certified instructor organization for Stop the Bleed and First Aid training.
Our team is dedicated to equipping individuals, workplaces, and community groups with the life-saving skills to take action during emergencies.
Our team is dedicated to equipping individuals, workplaces, and community groups with the life-saving skills to take action during emergencies.
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Support the Thomas LaFever Foundation
Your donation helps us continue the mission of the Thomas LaFever Foundation by supporting community initiatives, honoring Thomas’s legacy, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Every contribution helps us carry that mission forward.