As I type this my home team, the Celtics, are down by four. I never thought I’d be so into a sporting event. I mean, I’m usually a girl who usually picks which team to root for based on thier uniform colors (not only are the Celtics and I both from Boston but we both like to wear vibrant shades of green) but these NBA finals have drawn me in. And in addition to playing awesome games, both the Celtics and the Lakers take part and do some pretty cool charity work too.

The Celtics Boston have the Celtics Shamrock Foundation  benefiting area children directly, through programs that provide education and support. The Shamrock foundation also partners with community based organizations that provide healthcare, shelter and vital services for children in need. takepart  and get involved at http://www.nba.com/celtics/community/community-index.html.

The Lakers through The Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation’s which assists nonprofit community organizations based on need. With the Foundation’s focus on the use of sports to promote education, teamwork and self-esteem among Los Angeles area youth, The Los Angeles Lakers Youth Foundation’s  fundraising directly supports these initiatives by providing financial assistance to children and local youth programs. Check them out and takepart by visiting http://www.nba.com/lakers/community/foundation.html.

Ooh the score is 55 Lakers, 52 Celtics. I gotta get offline and get back to my couch, this game is getting good!