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Le Nu'u Legacy Foundation has been featured in local and regional media. Some articles may require a subscription to view in full.
The following coverage reflects Le Nu'u Legacy Foundation's journey since our founding. As our organization has grown, so has our mission — today we proudly serve all Pacific Islander students in higher education, regardless of background or activity.
Print & online Articles
KGUN 9 - Auntie Benjie's legacy: Local nonprofit gives Pacific Islander athletes a home away from home
December 14, 2025
KGUN 9's Joel Foster profiles how Le Nu'u Legacy Foundation provides Pacific Islander students at the University of Arizona with cultural support, financial literacy education, and comprehensive development plans. Features coverage of foundation programs including Hale Hālāwai gatherings and the Hawaii service learning trip. Watch video on YouTube or Read Article
Green Valley News - Pacific Islander athletes get an assist from Sahuarita teacher
September 9, 2025
Benjie Medlock, a local educator, is providing crucial support to Pacific Islander students through Le Nu'u Legacy Foundation. The article highlights how the foundation helps students navigate academic and personal challenges during their college years.
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Arizona Daily Star - Tucson's 'Auntie Benjie' builds 'Le Nuʻu Legacy Foundation' to empower Polynesian athletes
August 30, 2025
Learn how Benjie "Auntie Benjie" Medlock founded Le Nu'u Legacy Foundation to address the unique challenges faced by Pacific Islander students in Southern Arizona, helping them build futures grounded in cultural pride and purpose.Read Article → (may require subscription)
Podcasts & Radio
AllSportsTucson.com - Eye On the Ball with Steve Rivera
Phone interview with Benjie Medlock
August 27, 2025
Benjie discusses the mission of Le Nu'u Legacy Foundation and shares stories about the Polynesian athletes she's helping in Tucson and throughout Arizona.
Listen to Interview → (Interview begins at 22:28)
ESPN Tucson - Spears and Ali Show
Talk with Auntie Benjie Medlock About What She's Doing To Help Arizona's Polynesian Players
August 20, 2025
In this in-depth conversation, Auntie Benjie explains why Polynesian athletes need specialized support and how her foundation is making a difference in their lives.
Listen to Podcast → (Scroll to August 20th episode - Interview begins at 49:50)