Winter Wonderland Magic Comes to Atlanta - Ludacris bringing LudaCrismas Cheer to Atlanta Area Children

ATLANTA, GA, December 19, 2012

Atlanta, GA - This Christmas, multi-platinum rapper/actor Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges will provide a very special Christmas for more than 400 Atlanta area children. On Tuesday December 18th, the Ludacris Foundation, will host its annual "LudaCrismas" holiday event. 150 are youth invited to the holiday event. Each year, Christopher "Ludacris" Bridges provides a Christmas celebration to inner city youth from all over the Atlanta area with the donation of toys, books, and winter clothing.

Ludacris, and The Ludacris Foundation are hosting a Christmas Winter Wonderland Party for approximately 150 youth, 6 to
18 years old. The children are members of the Thomasville Recreation, a Mayor Kasim Reed's Center of Hope. Children attending the party and be treated to games, entertainment, and great food. They will also be able take pictures with Santa. The party will take place this Tuesday, December 18th from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at Mayor Kasim Reed's Center of Hope - Thomasville location. Luda and Mayor Reed are scheduled to attend.

"The Christmas season is all about giving and finding joy in making others happy. Helping those that are less fortunate than ourselves. We should do this without hesitation because it does not have to involve money or material things but only our time and consideration. This is what the Ludacris Foundation is all about. So many area families are having a tough time keeping the lights on due to this tough economy. We are trying to communicate to these children through our efforts that someone cares about you! That I care about you! That's what this time of year means for me" said Ludacris.

"Every child is receiving a toy and coat. While it's wonderful to see smiles when they receive the toys, as a parent I am most grateful that thru the Ludacris Foundation's LudaCares Warm Coat, we are helping parents keep kids warm this winter" said Roberta Shields, President of the Ludacris Foundation.

"I have always believed charity starts at home. It means a lot to me to celebrate Christmas by blessing the community that has shown me so much support over the years. stated Ludacris.

The Christmas Party is a part of the Foundation's LudaCares initiative initiative. The LudaCares initiative is dedicated to supporting kids and families in need during the holiday season. Providing food, toys and surprise visits. This year's sponsors include Target, Soul N Soul and DTP music label.

Join us in helping youth help themselves and build stronger communities. To join our effort to repair and revitalize our communities please
Send contributions to: The Ludacris Foundation 3645 Marketplace Blvd Suite 100-130, East Point, GA 30344 payable to the Ludacris Foundation or via Pay Pal set up on our website http://www.theludacrisfoundation.org.

Media can direct Ludacris interview requests to Jonell Whitt, JPR Brand Marketing & Public Relations at 404 552-9661. Photos can be serviced to publications for coverage pieces. Photos from the event can also be found on our Foundation Face Book Page. https://www.facebook.com/LudaKids