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Calling all hip hop practitioners, it’s that time again. We can all remember the days when Snoop Dogg was getting his gangsta on strong, but thru the years he has become stronger in a better direction. It is with that legacy that he continues to deliver a nurturing perspective to rebuild today’s youth and community. What greater way to do such than by partnering up to provide outreach techniques that feed the need. Snoop has announced a joint venture with entertainer Tommy the Clown to created a new organization called C.L.O.U.T. Foundation (Changing Lives One Youth at a Time). Most rappers all find themselves on the negative end of the press but so many of them have charitable organizations that they frequently join in fellowship with. Rappers are people who care too, and that also deserves to be acknowledged.

The new foundation’s goal is to provide creative and social outlets for at risk teens, in an attempt to steer them away from drugs and gangs. “As a youth I had one teacher who really pushed me to be the best and gave me an outlet to really feel like I could be somebody – and I became successful partly because of his belief in me,” Snoop Dogg told AllHipHop.com in a statement. “I want to give that to the kids so they know there is more to life than the street hustle or crime. I have been friends with Tommy the Clown for years and see what he has done for so many people; this partnership is very important to me.”

The first event organized by C.L.O.U.T. will be a monthly “Battle Night,” where teens from the Los Angeles area can go to showcase their poetry, dance, song, comedy or drama. This is a wonderful opportunity for the youth in these areas to showcase any positive attributes in a friendly environment. So many times children garner magnificent talents that are hindered and this program will definitely make a path to unveil such qualities.

For those of you who may not recall, Tommy the Clown, is known for his Krump style of dancing. He has performed at countless music industry related events and has entertained for superstars like Madonna, Pamela Anderson, Cedric the Entertainer and others. Tommy the Clown is currently preparing for a national workshop tour that will teach children and adults how to master Krumping. “I am honored to partner with Snoop and establish an opportunity for the kids in our community,” Tommy the Clown stated. “When you have clout, you have strong influence. I believe the clout both Snoop and I have will help influence these kids to make some positive decisions about their future.”

Written By Sha'Linda Jeanine

Sha’Linda holds a M.S. and B.S. in Mass Communications. In addition to The Koalition she is also a journalist/author for HipHopDX, AllHipHop, Yo Raps, HHW, etc. Her focal point is Hip-Hop the genre and lifestyle. This examination is her concern, responsibility, and cultural investigation.