Dante Caranci Foundation - Dante Caranci Foundation

Play for Dante

A registered charitable foundation based in London, Ontario.

Helping kids play sports and supporting families through loss.

Play for Dante

A registered charitable foundation based in London, Ontario.

Helping kids play sports and
supporting families through loss.

Play Like Dante

Youth Sports Support to low-income families

Family Care

Bereavement & Crisis Assistance

Community Collaboration

No Excuses Bus Safety Collaboration

Play Like Dante

Youth Sports Support to low-income families

Family Care

Bereavement & Crisis Assistance

Community Collaboration

No Excuses Bus Safety Collaboration

Learn Dante’s Story

Honouring Dante’s love for hockey by giving kids the chance to experience the joy and teamwork of sport.

Founded in loving memory of 7-year-old Dante Caranci, a joyful, kind, hockey-loving young athlete, the Foundation was created to carry forward his light. Dante’s vibrant spirit continues to inspire our mission: helping kids play the sports they love and supporting families facing the unimaginable loss of a child.

Our work reflects Dante’s heart — generous, playful, and full of love.

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“Love You More”

A phrase shared daily in Dante’s home — always said with love, always said with a smile. A reminder to love deeply, be kind and give wholeheartedly.

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You can support the Dante Caranci Foundation in many meaningful ways, including making a donation, sponsoring a child in sport, partnering with us to expand our programs, purchasing Foundation gear, and helping spread awareness by sharing Dante’s story. Together, we can honour his legacy and create real impact for children and families in our community.

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Our Core Beliefs

The Dante Caranci Foundation is dedicated to promoting health, healing, and hope by:

Sports Financial Assistance

Providing funding to low-income families so their children can participate in organized sports — especially hockey — regardless of financial barriers. Every child deserves the chance to play, grow, and belong.

Support for Families Grieving the Loss of a Child

Offering compassionate assistance and community support for families navigating the emotional and financial challenges that follow the loss of a child. No family should walk this journey alone.

Local Impact Across London and Close Areas

By supporting local families and working with local partners, we ensure that Dante’s legacy continues to inspire hope, resilience, and opportunity right here where he grew up.

Sports Financial Assistance

Support for Families Grieving the Loss of a Child

Offering compassionate assistance and community support for families navigating the emotional and financial challenges that follow the loss of a child. No family should walk this journey alone.

Local Impact Across London and Close Areas

By supporting local families and working with local partners, we ensure that Dante’s legacy continues to inspire hope, resilience, and opportunity right here where he grew up.

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