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Our programs show the magnitude of our commitment to young people. These programs are geared toward helping them develop the same groundwork Ludacris used to achieve his dreams. We support a variety of innovative projects that not only educate young people, but also demonstrate meaningful, effective practices and a strong connection to the community.

CURRENT Programs

LudaCares
During the holidays, The Ludacris Foundation focuses on underprivileged youth and families in housing communities around the country. LudaCares supports community events, hospitals and other outreach programs. Toys, food and clothing are provided to children and their families. This program was launched in the Atlanta neighborhoods of the Bankhead Community, Herndon and Hollywood Homes.

LudaCares has partnered with media, retailers and service providers in these efforts that include Pepsi, Sears and "Rolling Out" urbanstyle weekly

Healthy Lifestyles 101
The program provides youth, ages 8-14, with the opportunity to learn healthy eating habits in a fun environment. Kids receive simple instructions on how to prepare healthy meals at home. The Healthy Lifestyle program involves youth focusing on their own health and ultimately their own future. The program offers encouragement for improving eating habits and reducing obesity. Youth will participate in cooking a healthy meal while learning more about healthy eating habits and lifestyle changes. They will also learn about the importance of physical activity in their daily lives. Community centers and Boys and Girls Clubs in 10 cities have been selected to have the program hosted there. In line with The Ludacris Foundation's 7th Principle of Success: Physical Activity- we believe proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle should be a way of life. A celebrity chef provides youth with the opportunity to work one on one with professional chefs and create foods that are healthy and delicious while learning more about food preparation, ingredients and etiquette. Kids also participate in a rap session at the end of each event to discuss everyday issues they face. Program materials include healthy living guides and activities for youth to take home and engage their parents in the fun and learning.

Leadership 101
Our Leadership program is an open forum for students to talk about their dreams, the challenges they face, and the potential resources available to them. Program participants include business and community leaders, mentors and peers.

Goals 101
This program represents one of the Foundation's Principles of Success. This program contains a financial literacy component and is design to help youth understand needs vs. wants, budgeting and strategies to reach financial goals. The program partners with local community organizations to reward youth for setting and achieving their goals. Program materials include Financial Literacy and activities for youth to take home and engage their parents in the fun and learning.

Stand Up 101
This initiative is dedicated to lifting the spirits of youth with disabilities. Our goal is to assist individuals in achieving active and productive lives by working with hospitals and other non-profit organizations by providing music, gifts, outings and surprise visits. Our partner, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) plays a vital role helping us make a difference in the lives of youth with disabilities.

 

 
I've got a big heart no matter what anybody says about my music. I show a lot of different sides of life and this is the real side of life right here. - Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, CEO
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