Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao

Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 12:45 pm

Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao, The boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather has a lot to be thankful for this holiday. After 21 months off, took a dominant victory over Juan Manuel Marquez in September, not to mention a lot of money. Now, in recognition of his good fortune, he’s giving back to less fortunate residents of Las Vegas, through a toy drive and the Thanksgiving holiday.

“The holidays are the most important time to return,” said Mayweather. “No family should have to go hungry on Thanksgiving and that no child should go without a toy at Christmas. I do not think that food and gifts should be a luxury. It is a necessity and through our efforts, we want to this year’s holiday season happier than before for the residents of Las Vegas in need. ”

Beginning this week, the Floyd Mayweather Foundation, in partnership with United States Marine Corps, he started his own toy drive until 15 Toys for Tots collection bins at various locations in the city of Las Vegas (see list of the most below).

The collection will continue through November and end on 11 December. The highlight of the unit will be an event hosted by Mayweather family, friends and guests, each person must bring a toy to donate in order to attend.

The delivery does not stop there. It’s been a week feeding the homeless for the past few months, and will intensify efforts and serve a Thanksgiving meal heated at the same people.

On 21 November, the Foundation is planning a Thanksgiving feast for 250 people outdoors in Owens Ave & N. Main St. (across from the Salvation Army). Each individually wrapped hot meal includes turkey, roast chicken, mashed potatoes, rolls, green beans, pumpkin pie, water and tea.

To add to your holiday-related contributions, Mayweather will donate coats to the students of a local school inner-city elementary school. All the 318 students (preschool through fifth grade) will be given a hand.

“I hope to continue our mission to ensure that hungry people to eat, and that children awaken Christmas morning with something to look forward,” said Mayweather. “Through the donation of toys, blankets and food, I know we will make the holidays a little brighter for the needy and that is the best gift of all.”

Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao

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