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The Great American Takeout and National Super Hero Day

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As restaurants around the country scale back their operations to take-out and delivery only to comply with social-distancing requirements, a new social media...

A coalition of Los Angeles-based restaurants are urging people to participate in the Great American Takeout Tuesday by ordering out from their favorite restaurants for at least one meal. Help save America’s restaurants by ordering takeout! Also, salute a local superhero during #NationalSuperheroDay & you both could win big! Eight lucky winners will receive one of eight $100 restaurant gift cards and the honor of awarding your hero with a $500 catered meal for their workplace. To enter: On Tuesday, order takeout. Tag your local hero and add the following hashtags: #TheGreatAmericanTakeout, #SuperheroSweepstakes  and mention @thegreatamericantakeout on Instagram.

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George Lopez’s Chingon Podcast

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Listen up the George Lopez’s Chingon Podcast with amazing stories from the legendary Original Kings of Comedy: George Lopez, DL Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer and more. The stories are like no other so listen and let us know what you think. Visit www.chingonpodcast.podbean.com . The things you agree to on quarantine after you run out of Tiger King episodes. 3 episodes up and adding more soon! ✌🏽

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National Donate Life Blue & Green Day 2020

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Today is National Donate Life Blue & Green Day! We encourage you to share your pictures wearing blue and green to promote the importance of registering as an organ, eye and tissue donor to help save lives! Please join Donate Life of America and other organizations around the country to help honor donors, recipients, and their families and caregivers. Especially today more than ever do we need to show our support and encourage the gift of life. 💚💙💚💙

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George Lopez on Podcast Birdies Not BS

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George Lopez chats with Birdies Not BS: Golf Podcast ⛳️ about golf, coronavirus and more golf. Is golf in your DNA? Episode 38 Available NOW wherever you get your podcasts! Join comedian, philanthropist, businessman, and golfer George Lopez for a golf chat that includes DNA results, coronavirus, and the parallels between the golf and TV industries among other fun things.

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LA Originals Official Trailer on Netflix

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Pretty incredible that George Lopez was included in the Original Netflix Documentary LA Originals. To have these moments captured by the one and only American photographer, Estevan Oriol it’s truly an honor. An exploration of the culture and landmarks of the chicano and street art movement that cemented Mister Cartoon and Estevan Oriol’s status as behind-the-scenes hip-hop legends. Watch LA Originals, only on Netflix!

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Apply for the American Kidney Fund Coronavirus Emergency Fund

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The American Kidney Fund has established the AKF Coronavirus Emergency Fund. Eligible patients on dialysis or who had a recent kidney transplant who demonstrate financial need may apply for a one-time grant of $250. This grant may be used to pay for food, medications, transportation or other treatment essentials. “We are watching with great concern as the COVID-19 crisis unfolds. As we face this challenge together, AKF is here for you. Find updates on AKF programs as well as the latest resources to help you and your family stay safe with our page on coronavirus and kidney disease.” said AKF. Click here to apply online today, Monday, MARCH 23, applications will be accepted online through our Grants Management System. All applications will be processed on a first-come-first served basis, but we intend to help each patient in need.

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2 Years Kidney Strong for Melody Celine

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Even at this difficult time, let’s take a moment to send an uplifting message to little Melody Celine and her amazing family. She’s a true kidney warrior and fighter. Her mother shared these words with.

To all the fighters, survivors and angels. This day is for you. March 12th 2020, World Kidney Day💚 I can’t tell you how many times my daughter has had to be poked with needles. I lost count of how many hospital admissions she’s had. And I’d need 2 hands to count the amount of surgeries and procedures she’s been through. Melody has never had it easy since the day she was born. But because of an organ donor, she is here today. Kidney disease and organ donation needs to be in the eye of the public so much more than it is. What a lot of people don’t understand is that a kidney transplant is not a cure, it is a treatment. There is no cure for kidney disease. By spreading awareness,finding new research and by God’s Grace scientists are working on creating an artificial kidney that will last hopefully forever. This is something that is an issue not many know about and don’t know how big of a blessing being an organ donor can be for someone. Sharing Melody’s story has been a priority for me from day 1 and always will be. Because if we can spread awareness and get at least one person to check the box then I know a mother who is like me will get to see their child old or young be a new person. 1 organ donor can save up to 8 lives. Because of an organ donor my daughter gets to run, jump and play. Try new foods everyday without restriction. And gets to live her life. Yes we will always take medication and this will always be with us. But because of an organ donor I get to share everyday with my daughter. Thank you Valley Children’s Hospital. Thank you Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. Thank you God. Happy world kidney day to my baby. Mommy is so proud of you Melody Celine. 💚🙏🏼💚🙏🏼✅ 🌍

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COVID-19 Update and Response to Coronavirus Pandemic

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Important Update

We have been carefully monitoring COVID-19 developments this past week and I want to reach out with an update. In light of the current public health emergency in California and the challenges of travel, we have decided to postpone our 13th Annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic and Celebration Pre-Party, tentatively to late fall October or November 2020.

We want to take this time to let you know that we value your participation in our event and your commitment to helping us raise awareness about kidney disease and the importance of organ donation. While this decision was difficult to make, the health and safety of you and everyone involved is our major priority.

We ask for your patience as a committed and dedicated supporter of our mission. Thank you for your participation and we at the George Lopez Foundation wish you and your loved ones good health and wellness during this uncertain time. In the meantime, please click here to get the most up-to-date information from the CDC about the coronavirus.