In 2022, Mayan told PEOPLE about how she got her love of comedy from George. "I inherited wonderful gifts from my dad, but I had to train and hone them," she said. "The biggest life lesson he taught me was to try to be the best comedian I can be."
Seeking a Kidney Donor for Long-Time Supporter & Sponsor
Our dear friend Gary Haar has been and unwavering supporter of the George Lopez Foundation, but today he needs our strength and support in return. Gary has been battling Polycystic Kidney Disease, and time is of the essence and he is in desperate need of a kidney donor to save his life. This is a race against time, and we are reaching out to you, our community, in the hopes that someone can be the hero Gary needs.
If you or someone you know could be a potential match, please consider taking this life-changing step. Your generosity could make all the difference. The process to become a donor is not as daunting as it may seem, and the impact you could have on Gary’s life is immeasurable.
Send an email to Gary at garyhaarneedsakidney@gmail.com for more information on the donation process.
In the spirit of compassion and solidarity let us rally together as a community and show Gary the same love and support he has selflessly given to others. Share this post, spread the word, and let’s make sure Gary’s plea reaches the hearts of those who can make a difference. Your kindness can be the beacon of hope that lights up his path to recovery.
Thank you and with heartfelt gratitude,
Linda Small and the George Lopez Foundation Family
George Lopez & Gabriel Igelsias Presents at the Golden Globes 2024
George Lopez & Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias present the Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy award category at the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards.
Save the Date for the 17th Annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic
Join us for the 17th Annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic on April 28, 2024 and April 29, 2024.
Don’t miss an incredible Sunday night Topgolf pairings pre-party on Sunday, April 28th with George Lopez and his friends, and enjoy plenty of food, drinks, and a whole lot of play! Topgolf is considered the premier entertainment destination in El Segundo. Followed by a day of golf with your friends and associates on Monday, April 29th. Special prizes and fantastic giveaways will be included, followed by cocktails, a buffet dinner, live entertainment and a surprise celebrity guest.
We're proud funds raised from the event will help send over 200 children suffering with kidney disease to summer Kidney Disease & Transplant Camp for a week they'll never forget!
Spreading Holiday Cheer at San Fernando Elementary School Toy Drive
Snoop Dogg and George Lopez Starring in new movie THE UNDERDOGGS
We cannot wait for this one #THEUNDERDOGGS arriving on Amazon Prime on January 26, 2024. Starring Snoop Dogg as Coach Jaycen Jennings with George Lopez, Tika Sumpter, Mike Epps and Andrew Schulz.
Board Member Laura LaRocca Shares Her Kidney Story
Sending a heartfelt shoutout to our incredible board member, Laura LaRocca, for being a beacon of strength and inspiration in the fight against kidney disease! 🙌 Laura’s journey is nothing short of remarkable – she faced the challenges of kidney disease head-on, undergoing not one, but two kidney transplants. Her resilience is inspiring. The first transplant, a gift from her mother, and the second, a testament to the power of love, given by her husband Joseph. ❤️
pkDO Announces a New Generation of PKD-free Children
As part of pkDO’s mission is to end PKD! They plan to fund pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT-M) for 100 families, to enable a new generation of children to be born without PKD.
George Lopez joins "The Talk" CBS
George Lopez joins "The Talk" to talk about his new holiday film, "How The Gringo Stole Christmas," along with his time in DC's "Blue Beatle" movie, girl dads and more!
Join Us for GivingTuesday – the Global Day of Giving on Nov 28, 2023
Join us for GivingTuesday on November 28, 2023, people all around the world are coming together to tap into the power of human connection and strengthen communities and change our world. Will you be one of them? We will be participating in GivingTuesday and we need your help! By joining the GivingTuesday movement, you’re proving that in times of uncertainty, generosity can bring the whole world together.
Here is how you can get ready to give:
Mark your calendar for 𝑻𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒅𝒂𝒚, 𝑵𝒐𝒗 28, 2023
Give. On November 28, visit georgelopezfoundation.org/donate and donate. If you cannot give, you can show your support by volunteering and/or consider becoming an organ donor.
Spread the word. Encourage your friends and family to join you in creating real impact on November 28 by sharing what our mission means to you and why you support kidney health awareness. Make sure to use the hashtag #GivingTuesday and tag us so we can share!
Let’s rally together to build stronger communities.