March 24, 2025 Breaking News, Latest News, and Videos

Maria D’Angelo Wins $10K KidChamp Award

Santa Monica-based Children’s Lifesaving Foundation honored

By Keldine Hull

On October 30, Maria D’Angelo, founder and president of the Children’s Lifesaving Foundation (CLF) in Santa Monica, was awarded the Rite Aid Foundation’s KidChamp Award. The KidChamp Award was created in 2017, recognizing those who have had a significance impact advocating for youth and creating a safe environment in their communities.

According to the Rite Aid Foundation’s news release, “Ms. D’Angelo was recognized for her ongoing commitment to transforming the lives of homeless and at-risk children and families in Los Angeles. In recognition of her service, Ms. D’Angelo accepted a $10,000 donation and $500 in Rite Aid gift cards from The Rite Aid Foundation on behalf of The CLF during a special ceremony at Malibu City Hall.” D’Angelo is the seventh recipient of the award.

Recipient of services and KidChamp Award recipient Maria D’Angelo.

Founded in 1993, the CLF has given academic, social and domestic support to over 85,000 homeless and at-risk children and families. The CLF has also helped move 50 families from shelters to new homes and awarded over 55 scholarships to underprivileged teenagers throughout Los Angeles. D’Angelo also launched the Camp for All Program which has welcomed over 75,000 children free of charge, exposing them to art, sports and nature.

“I am extremely honored to receive the KidChamp award,” said D’Angelo. “I am so proud of the tremendous impact The CLF has made in this community and in the lives of our most vulnerable children and families. I look forward to helping even more children overcome the obstacles they face and, ultimately, learn how to stand proudly on their own.”

To learn more about the CLF, visit: https://www.childrenslifesaving.org

<>Related Posts

Mayor Bass Considers Pausing Controversial ‘Mansion Tax’ to Aid Wildfire Victims

March 23, 2025

March 23, 2025

LA’s ‘Mansion Tax’ Faces Possible Suspension Amid Fire Recovery Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is considering a temporary suspension of...

Brace, Bolt, and Protect: How California’s Earthquake Retrofit Grants Work

March 23, 2025

March 23, 2025

Earthquake Retrofit Funds Available: See If Your Home Qualifies California homeowners can now register for grants to help retrofit their...

Beverly Hills, Bel Air Properties Among Most Expensive U.S. Home Sales and Listings

March 23, 2025

March 23, 2025

Southern California’s Luxury Real Estate Market Resilient Despite Slowdown Southern California properties in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills ranked among...

Kanye West’s Gutted Malibu Mansion Hits Market Again Amid Renovation Drama

March 23, 2025

March 23, 2025

Stripped-Down Malibu Mansion Back on Market at Deep Discount Kanye West’s oceanfront Malibu home is up for sale again, listed...

Santa Monica Eases Restaurant Regulations to Support Post-Fire Economic Recovery

March 23, 2025

March 23, 2025

To help restaurants attract customers during the March Madness college basketball tournament, the emergency order lifts several restrictions on establishments...

Canadian Dentist Launches Collaborative Health Summit in Culver City

March 22, 2025

March 22, 2025

H.E.A.L. founder Dr. Mandeep Johal brings cross-discipline healthcare model to L.A. Despite simmering trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada,...

Researchers Offer Free Soil Testing for Wildfire Pollutants in Los Angeles

March 21, 2025

March 21, 2025

The project aims to analyze soil and water samples from private properties, including yards, gardens, and pools Homeowners near the...

Registration Opens for Venice Beach’s Inaugural Half Marathon and 5K

March 21, 2025

March 21, 2025

Final course maps will be released on May 1, and organizers plan to announce race-day entertainment Runners will take to...

Santa Monica-Malibu Schools Announce Leadership Change in HR Department

March 21, 2025

March 21, 2025

Former LAUSD Administrator Joins SMMUSD in Key HR Role By SMMUSD Chief Communications Officer, Gail Pinsker The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified...

Lumiere Runway Unveils “Strength & Fragility” at LA Fashion Week 25/26

March 20, 2025

March 20, 2025

Culver City Hosts Fashion Icons at Lumiere Runway’s LA Fashion Week Lumiere Runway, a prominent fashion platform with bases in...

Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus to Raise Fares for First Time in a Decade

March 20, 2025

March 20, 2025

Proposed Fare Hikes for Big Blue Bus: Here’s When You Can Speak Up The Santa Monica Department of Transportation’s Big...

Film Review: Black Bag

March 20, 2025

March 20, 2025

FILM REVIEWBLACK BAGRated R93 MinutesReleased March 14th Black Bag is a masterfully made story of a group of spies involved...

“Vibes After Five” Brings Live Music & Mocktails to Downtown Culver City This Spring

March 20, 2025

March 20, 2025

A Golden Hour With DJ Sets, Fun Activities, and Complimentary Refreshments Downtown Culver City is gearing up for a lively...

Mudslide Destroys Homes in Pacific Palisades, Roads Blocked

March 20, 2025

March 20, 2025

Some residents have been unable to leave their homes due to the debris blocking roadways A landslide in Pacific Palisades...

Health Officials Warn Against Ocean Water Use at Several Los Angeles Beaches

March 20, 2025

March 20, 2025

Bacterial Contamination and Fire Debris Prompt Advisories for Marina Del Rey and Santa Monica Areas The Los Angeles County Department...