Mario Lopez and Mom Say There's Still Time to Give the Gift of a Great Future With Boys & Girls Clubs of America

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Dec 20, 2011, 05:01 ET

ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Mario Lopez and his mom teamed up with Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) to raise awareness for the nearly 16 million children in America living in poverty and to encourage Americans to give the gift of a great future this holiday season. Whether it's through a simple donation, getting social on BGCA's Facebook page or participating in one of BGCA's partner offers, everyone can help make a difference to support the four million children in need attending Boys & Girls Clubs across the country.

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"As a Boys & Girls Club alum, BGCA holds a special place in my heart. My mom and I hope people consider making a donation and get involved this holiday season because it will help so many kids," said Lopez. "There is no better gift than that of a great future."

Updates to the multimedia assets associated with this story include an interview with Mario and Elvia Lopez. Visit GreatFutures.org/give and help create a great future for a young person in need this holiday season.

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