This year, we welcomed three new Ambassadors to the AFF Family, and Luke was one of them!
Luke Franek went to Red Hook Schools all throughout childhood (taking AP Calc with Nick!) and then to Ithaca College, where he graduated in 2006. He then worked in film production in NYC’s for two years, before moving to LA in 2009, where he’s lived since working for directors and producers as a film development executive and creative producer.
Alleviating poverty and homelessness is the Ascienzo Family Foundation funding priority that most resonates with Luke, particularly because it is such a large issue in LA. Luke’s also interested in working on environment and climate control work in the future..
When asked what his favorite way to give back is, Luke reflects on the times that he’s been able to take on a leadership role and draw more people into a community organization. Luke’s appreciated opportunities to work with young people or people new to a cause, and how they can learn, grow, and contribute. “It’s very empowering,” he says. “It all comes together.”