ABOUT
JUAN CARLOS CANTONI

Juan Carlos, or JC as friend and family members called him, was born, and raised in Southern California.  He had a happy childhood surrounded by a loving family.  Growing up and in his early teens he developed a love for music and started creating rap lyrics which he sang. Music was a constant in JC’s short life, he also enjoyed cooking, mostly, a weekend activity that he shared with his dad and uncles.

As with many young adults, JC couldn’t wait to leave his parents, he was excited to begin to experience independence. Unfortunately, in a twist of fate, he also started experiencing the onset of mental illness.  The new responsibilities, the stresses that accompany independence and the onset of this illness played a strong role in the next four years of his life.  Juan Carlos lost the battle to mental illness at the age of 25.

Juan Carlos Cantoni Foundation was incorporated in 2021 in memory of JC; Its intent is to provide stability for financially insecure transition aged youth and supporting them on their journey to adulthood.