COVID-19 Update and Response to Coronavirus Pandemic

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.

Enjoy a Seven-Night Stay at Lissie Wrights Cabin in Asheville, North Carolina!

Enjoy a seven-night stay at Lissie Wright’s Cabin in charming Asheville, North Carolina. The 1890's historic log cabin has a beautiful scenic creek, sits on 7.5 acres and is 15 minutes to downtown. Fully restored in 2010, it has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and sleeps 6. Travel must occur by Dec 22, 2020. Bid now on Charitybuzz if you want a true step back to a simpler, more peaceful time and help us raise awareness about kidney disease and organ donation.

Enjoy a Week-Long Stay at an Amazing Ski House

Perfect location for spring break skiing, easter week or when you just want to get away! You and your closest friends can enjoy a week-long stay at an amazing Ski House in the beautiful Hills of Breckenridge, CO. This is the 4th home down from Peak 8 in Breckenridge. Travel must occur before April 30, 2020. Bid now on Charitybuzz if you’re looking for perfection with no detail overlooked. Help us raise awareness about kidney disease and the importance of organ donation.

Kidney Warrior Spotlight - Anthony Graysin Scarbrough

Today is National Thank You Month and we wanted to send a special hello to Anthony Graysin Scarbrough who’s been battling kidney disease almost his entire life. He spent most of December in the PICU @phxchildrens and thankfully, he was able to return home the day after Christmas. He’s a Christmas miracle because the doctors didn’t expect him to ever come off the ventilator machine but after 2 days with his mom he responded. What an incredible story and amazing kid who LOVES @wwe and would love nothing more than to be nominated for their Warrior Award during #wrestlemania. Please like, share, repost and help raise awareness for Anthony Graysin Scarbrough and be sure to follow his dad as well Kevin Scarbrough.

Join us This Year and Make a Contribution on Giving Tuesday

On Giving Tuesday people come together in goodwill to support the causes they care about — and this year it will be on December 3rd. Join the George Lopez Foundation and make a donation on our Facebook page to help raise awareness about kidney disease and the importance of organ donation. And on this very special day, Facebook will match dollar for dollar on a first-come, first-serve basis up to a total of $100,000 per nonprofit organization.

Facebook’s match for GivingTuesday 2019 begins at 8:00 AM Eastern Time (5:00 AM Pacific Time) on Tuesday, December 3, 2019. Visit our page https://www.facebook.com/georgelopezfoundation and select donate and your gift will be doubled.

Thank you for being such a good friend to our kidney kids, on Giving Tuesday and throughout the year. We are so very grateful for your kindness and devotion.

Bid Now on Charitybuzz and Help Us Raise Awareness about Kidney Disease

Whether you’re ready to retreat from the hustle of city life and stay for 2 night stay in a stylish Superior Guest Room at the Montage Beverly Hills or treat yourself to a Hollywood Glow Facial, we have something for everyone! So what are you waiting for? Visit our Charitybuzz auction online to help us raise funds in support of kidney disease awareness and the importance of organ donation!

New Kidney Health Initiatives from the White House

**New health initiatives** to fight kidney disease announced today! We’re excited to hear there will be streamlined rules for organ procurement and kidney available transplants as so many people die while they’re waiting to get on the transplant list let alone finding a possible match. Homecare and early preventive care will hopefully improve the quality of care for all kidney patients. Also, for the selfless organ donors they will receive reimbursement of additional expenses, lost wages and childcare when they make the most important decision to share their spare. Click here to learn more information about the new initiatives.

Stevie Wonder to Undergo Kidney Transplant

“I am going to have surgery. I am going to have a kidney transplant in September of this year. I’m all good. I’m all good, I’m all good. I have a donor, it’s all good. I want you to know, I came here to give you my love and to thank you for your love.” Sending love to Stevie and we’re wishing him a very successful transplant and quick recovery. To learn more about his story, click here to read the full article.

All Smiles for Kidney Disease and Transplant Summer Camp

All smiles today at summer camp! We cannot thank our board members, sponsors, volunteers and of course the amazing Gorge Lopez for your generosity in giving back to help those less fortunate. Camp wouldn’t happen without you and we’re beyond grateful!

Celebrities Joined George Lopez for the 12th Annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic to Raise Money for Deserving Kids

The Hollywood elite joined comedic actor, George Lopez in Toluca Lake, California on May 6, 2019  for the 12th Annual George Lopez Celebrity Golf Classic benefitting the George Lopez Foundation. The sold-out event kicked off with a Sunday night celebration at Baltaire Restaurant sponsored by Stacey & Larry Kohl and the Monday charity golf tournament was co-sponsored by Michael G. Wilson and King Taco. Bergman Public Relations produced the Doris Bergman Annual “Gratitude Lounge” featuring an assortment of luxury gifting items for our guests.