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Cristian Rivera Foundation Committee Member Victor Martinez Dedicates Arnold Sports Festival Appearance to Cristian Rivera

  Professional bodybuilder “Mr. Olympia” Victor Martinez, a committee member of the Cristian Rivera Foundation, announced that his upcoming appearance at the Arnold Sports Festival will be dedicated to Cristian Rivera, as well as the foundation that shares his name. Martinez knew Cristian before he passed away from pediatric brain stem tumor in 2009 and […]

A message from Cristian Rivera Foundation Co–Founder, Cristian’s Mommy Jenelle Asencio

  With a heavy heart we inform you all that Briana Vega earned her angel wings yesterday. This one little girl moved so many people near and far to join Bethematch.org in hopes to save her. And although a preliminary match was found, her body was just too tired. CRF has been following her story […]

A message from Cristian Rivera Foundation Co–Founder, Cristian’s Mommy Jenelle Asencio

  As a supporter of the Cristian Rivera Foundation, I know that you care about saving the lives of young children, just like I do. I would like to share the story of a brave little girl who is currently fighting for her life. I hope she touches your heart as she did mine. Briana […]

Cristian Rivera Foundation Founder John “Gungie” Rivera Plays One of Three Kings at Successful Holiday Event

  On Monday January 6, Teatro SEA, New York’s only Latino children’s theater, celebrated Three Kings Day with a special event. Children were invited to the theater on Manhattan’s Lower East Side to meet the three kings and receive a special gift. The three kings were portrayed by Cristian Rivera Foundation founder John “Gungie” Rivera, […]

New York’s Only Latino Children’s Theatre EL DIA DE LOS TRES REYES MAGOS/Three Kings Day

  Performance Date: Monday, January 6th, 2014 Time: 3:00pm – 5pm Details: Come meet The Three Kings and receive a FREE gift. Featuring as the 3 kings: John “Gungie” Rivera, Founder of the Cristian Rivera Foundation, Allan Villafana, Telemundo 47 & Dr. Manuel Morán, Teatro SEA For more information & reservations call 212.529.1545 or visit […]