MERRY LUDACRISMAS HAS CHECKED
ITS LIST AND IS MAKING ITS ROUNDS ONCE AGAIN

Ludacris, TI and a host of celebrity friends are bringing
Christmas cheer to Atlanta children

Atlanta, GA – This Christmas, in the spirit of giving, the multi-platinum rapper/actor Ludacris will provide a very special Christmas for some Atlanta area children affected by the flooding - call it a Merry LudaCrismas. "The Christmas season is all about finding joy in making others happy. It is important to give to those individuals that are less fortunate than us. This is done without hesitation and is what the Ludacris Foundation is all about. During the holidays there is no greater gift than the "gift of giving" and putting smiles on the faces of kids. I want to especially thank the friends of TI and me who donated funds to my foundation to make this a very merry LudaCrismas for Cobb County families" said Ludacris.

Contributions came from Ludacris, TI, Young Jeezy, Ne-Yo, Ciara, Jamal Crawford, Diddy, Chris Tucker, Gabrielle Union, Edward Long Jr., Shawty Lo, Carmelo Anthony and his wife, La La Vazquez, Jini Thornton, The Dream, Tricky Stewart and his management, David Banner, Russell Simmons, Anthony Dent, The Otis Redding Foundation, Team 20 Foundation, and Manny (Keisha Cole's Manager).

The children were selected from the families impacted by the Atlanta Area flood. We worked with the Cobb County Foundations and principals at Clarksdale and Austell schools. Children attending the party will be treated to games, entertainment, and great food. They will also be able to “Build-A-LudaBear”, play WII games and take pictures in Santa's workshop. The party will take place Saturday, December 19th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Austell Intermediate School located at 5243 Meadows Rd, Powder Springs, GA. 30127.

"I love this time of year and can’t wait to see the smiles of joy on the faces and wonderment in the eyes of the children as they make it thru “Santa's Workshop". We understand the importance of helping others and giving back. We understand that the little things we do can sometimes have a huge effect on these children for years to come. We understand! That’s why we do what we do at the Ludacris Foundation.” said Roberta Shields, President of The Ludacris Foundation.

LudaCrismas is a part of the Foundation's LudaCares Initiative. The LudaCares Initiative is dedicated to supporting kids and families in need during the holiday season. Providing food, toys and surprise visits.

This event is a private event and is not open to the public. Media can direct questions/inquiries to Barry Florence, BDC World Public Relations at 202-365-5401 Photos can be serviced to publications for coverage pieces.

About the Ludacris Foundation

The Ludacris Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization. The Foundation inspires youth through education and memorable experiences to live their dreams; thereby uplifting families, communities and fostering economic development. The foundation’s program focus is in three key areas (3L’s): Leadership and Education; Living Healthy Lifestyles; and LudaCares. Our efforts reach youth at all age levels.

Founded in 2001 by multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY® award winning artist and actor, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, TLF has achieved notable success. TLF has been named as one of the top twenty "Leading Philanthropy Foundations" by Black Enterprise magazine and featured in The Robb Report’s Worth magazine and The Chronicles on Philanthropy, The Newspaper of the Non-Profit World, for outstanding efforts provided to urban communities. For more information, visit www.theludacrisfoundation.org.

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