Mike Lutzenkirchen from the Lutzie43 Foundation recently spoke to Straughn High School, Red Level High School, Pleasant Home School, and Florala High School.

The Lutzie 43 Foundation was established in loving memory of Philip Lutzenkirchen, shortly after his death in 2014.

The objective of the Foundation is to pass on Philip’s many remarkable characteristics in terms of community service, leadership, and service to others.

The Foundation’s motto for young students and athletes is to “Live like Lutz, Love like Lutz, and Learn from Lutz,” reflecting our desire to help others live out the many positive character attributes that Philip displayed, while learning from the circumstances that led to his death.

The Lutzie 43 Foundation aims to develop the character of young people and their influencers by focusing on leadership, charity, compassion, mentorship, hard work, honesty and faith through education and real world application.

We are involved in a variety of initiatives targeted to educate young people on character development issues, as well as special projects and events consistent with Philip’s focus on giving back in the communities in which he lived.”

Straughn High School JAG students hosted Mr. Lutzenkirchen with sponsorship from Mrs. Susan Short and Children’s Coalition Council, Power South, Southeast Alabama Gas District, Covington County Schools, and Dwain Davis.

Straughn student MyKenzie Jackson ssaid, “Mr. Lutz is an inspiration because he devotes his time to try and save the lives of teenagers across the country by sharing a very personal story.”