By GalaTView Staff

Photos Courtesy by Schoolbagsforkids

The mission is simple. One Here. One There.™ For each schoolbag purchased, Schoolbags for Kids will give another schoolbag filled with supplies to a child in need.

“The impact of what we’re building hit me during a schoolbag drop in Belize”

It started with a four-month trip around the world. Co-founder Luis Garcia had spent more than twenty years as creative director and packaging designer, working for some of the world’s most successful global beauty and fragrance companies.

But “something was missing,” said Garcia. “I had recently hit my 40s and wanted to do something more meaningful.” That something came after spending time volunteering in schools and orphanages in the world’s poorest countries. “It’s the kids that really get you,” said Garcia. “Their hope, optimism.” Schools were being built, teachers were in place, but supplies were difficult to come by for the orphanages and families who struggle to meet their basic everyday needs. He saw this need across each country he visited.

When he returned home, Garcia and his long-time business partner and entrepreneur Kalon Gutierrez, combined their years of experience in the branding and design world – at companies like L’Oreal/Ralph Lauren Fragrances, Bobbi Brown and Sephora – and agreed to build the Schoolbags for Kids company.

“The impact of what we’re building hit me during a schoolbag drop in Belize,” said Gutierrez. “A simple pencil to these kids holds so much meaning. Without these supplies, education is very difficult to come by.”

This year’s back-to-school launch features The Signature Collection, which comes in six unique color combinations. With its unique horizontal design this backpack is perfect for a laptop or tablet computer while keeping supplies within easy reach. Five exterior pockets (including a lunch money pocket and water bottle holder) plus an ID holder (print your child’s ID online) help your little one stay organized. Made of durable, water-resistant 600-denier material, this schoolbag is made to last and is cool-looking, too!

The donated bag filled with school supplies is also designed with children in mind, and yellow serves as the international color of caution, as many children walk miles to school, along busy roads and highways. The bag is also made with 600-denier material. These schoolbags and supplies have already been donated to children in India, Thailand and Belize with many more locations and countries to come.

With new collections, line extensions and other products in development, Schoolbags for Kids keeps their One Here. One There.™ mission at its forefront. The vision is simple, to provide kids around the world with the tools they need to empower themselves through education.

There was a great premiere in Los Angeles, C.A about “Glee” the 3D Concert Movie that has inspired millions to embrace their inner-Gleek, comes to the big screen and invites everyone mainly with well known celebrities.

Photos by Alfonso De Elias.

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Will´s is receiving great feedbacks from casting directors and is currently in negotiations to film the role of “JIM” in the upcoming feature film “TOM SAWYER & HUCKLEBERRY FINN” a script by Jo Kastner based on the novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain.

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Interview & Foto cortesy: Swanson Communications

Star-Studded Fight Card Completed With Addition Of

Erik Morales vs. Lucas Matthysse and

Jessie Vargas vs. Josesito Lopez

(Left to Right) Undefeated super lightweight contender Jessie Vargas, Five Time & Three Division World Champion Erik Morales and super lightweight contender Josesito Lopez pose on August 3, 2011 in Los Angeles, California at the press conference to officially announce their September 17, 2011 fights in which Morales will face Lucas Matthysse for the vacant WBC Super Lightweight World Title and Vargas will face Lopez, both of which will be televised live on HBO Pay-Per-View as part of the “STAR POWER: Mayweather vs. Ortiz” mega-event taking place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Photo Credit: Hoganphotos/ Golden Boy Promotions

ERIK MORALES, Five-Time and Three Division World Champion

“When we were first talking about this fight, we were talking about an opponent who wasn’t easy, but not as difficult as Lucas Matthysse.

“I have seen a lot of comments on Facebook…people saying I am crazy, and I want to confirm that I am crazy. I am crazy about what I do.

“This is a sport that I participate in with a lot of love and a lot of heart. People question me, but I know that I love to fight and I want to fight. I will be ready September 17. The Mexicans can have a great party and celebrate when I am victorious.

“This is my second fight in the United States since I came back and I am going to win.

“I am very excited to be here and to be boxing again. I was away for two and a half years, but I had a lot of desire to do great things again.

“In April I had a tough fight against Marcos Maidana. A lot of reporters doubted me, but I made it very clear that I am back and can still accomplish great things.

“Everyone can see how I have advanced in the last year. Little by little I am back at the level at which I expected to be. I am very happy with where I am and where I need to be for this fight.

“I am going to do whatever I have to do to win.

“This fight is going to be for the fans and a lot of my fans will be traveling from Tijuana to Las Vegas.

“We’re going to be ready on September 17. I’ll fight for the Mexican people and be champion again.”

JESSIE VARGAS, Undefeated Super Lightweight Contender

“I am definitely excited and will take full advantage of this opportunity. It’s a pleasure and an honor to be on the same card as Floyd Mayweather and Erik Morales.

“I feel that I am ready for this big stage. I had two quick knockouts in my last two fights, but the preparation was there. I was ready for 10 rounds.

“I have a new trainer and I’m very happy with the work we have put in. There will be a difference in my style for the better.

“I expect a great fight from Lopez. We could definitely steal the show. We are both coming to fight.

“Watching Floyd [Mayweather] train is something to be admired. He trains like a fighter who is just coming up. The fact that I have been able to be in the gym with him has helped me because I want to train like that. I am not as slick as him, but I have definitely added some of his tools to my belt.

“This is a great opportunity that has been given to me at 22 years of age and I’m going to take advantage of it. I will definitely come to fight.”

JOSESITO LOPEZ, #8 Rated WBC Super Lightweight Contender

“I am thrilled, ready and focused for my fight against Jesse Vargas.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to showcase my talent on HBO Pay Per View.
“Vargas is a good fighter, but I know that I am the better fighter with more drive.  Come fight night, everyone will know it.

“Whenever you put fighters like me and Jessie in the ring, you are going to have a great fight on your hands because it will be two fighters at the top of our game getting it on.

“I have to prove once again that I am ready to be at the top of my weight class. It’s a tough position to be in, but if you are mentally strong, it can be the best position to be in.”