Cristian Rivera Foundation Mini Fundraiser a Success!
3841 East Tremont Ave in the Bronx was jam-packed last night with supporters of the Cristian Rivera Foundation. Committee Members Robert Vazquez and DJ Lucho sponsored the event. Committee members Steve Cox, Fulvia Lora, and Solange Osorio were on hand to help produce the event. Committee member and La Mega 97.9’s DJ Wreck killed […]
Legendary Concert Promoter Vito Bruno Makes $6,000 Donation to the Cristian Rivera Foundation
Legendary concert promoter Vito Bruno recently sent the Cristian Rivera Foundation a check for $6,000 from the proceeds of the 25th Anniversary of Freestyle concert, held at the Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City on Saturday November 6th. Bruno produced the show, which featured freestyle artists like George Lamond, Lisa Lisa, Stevie B., Judy […]
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January 25th Marks Second Anniversary of Cristian Rivera’s Passing
January 25, 2011 marks two years since Cristian Rivera passed away from Pontine Glioma. Cristian Rivera earned his wings on that day in the loving arms of his parents. Everyone at the Cristian Rivera Foundation misses Cristian greatly and asks that he be kept in people’s thoughts and prayers on this solemn day. Please […]
Tickets for the Second Annual Cristian Rivera Foundation Gala Are On Sale Now!!!
Show your support for the Cristian Rivera Foundation by attending our Second Annual Gala on Tuesday, October 19. One ticket gets you admission to NYC event space Quo—located at 511 W. 28th Street between 10th and 11th Avenues in Manhattan—from 6pm to 10pm. There will be red carpet arrivals for our esteemed committee members and […]
The 2nd Annual Cristian Rivera Foundation Gala Will Take Place Tuesday October 19th at Quo in New York City
Tuesday, October 19th at Quo in New York City will be the 2nd Annual Cristian Rivera Foundation Gala. Join us to celebrate the life of Cristian Rivera. Your attendance will mean the world to the Cristian Rivera Foundation and will help save the lives of children suffering from Pontine Glioma. Keep checking back or […]
Actor Luis Guzman and Celebrity Chef Alex Garcia Join Cristian Rivera Foundation Committee
The Cristian Rivera Foundation welcomed two new members to its Committee this month actor Luis Guzman and Celebrity Chef Alex Garcia. Guzman is a character actor from New York who has appeared in countless movies and television shows. Most recently, Guzman appeared in HBOs hit series How to Make it in America. He has also […]
Cristian Rivera Foundation Hosts Successful First Gala
The Cristian Rivera Foundation welcomed family, friends, Committee members and special celebrity guests to its first Gala on Tuesday, September 29 at Eden. Hosted by comedian Ruperto Vanderpool and emceed by J.I. Starr of La Mega 97.9 FM, the night featured entertainment from Committee member Raul Acosta of Oro Solido, as well as moving tributes […]