(January 11, 2010) - Breakers midfielder Kristine Lilly is encouraging others to give back to those less fortunate as part of the Who Gives? Racing for a Cause campaign by Athletes for Hope, the charitable organization assists athletes in contributing to the community. Lilly is participating in a friendly competition against other professional athletes like Mia Hamm, Tony Hawk, Lance Armstrong, and Julie Foudy in a fundraising challenge for their charity of choice.

Lilly selected Clifford’s Gift, a non-profit organization that provides support to homeless people in West Chester, Penn. Five years ago Lilly’s best friend from high school started the organization and has assisted hundreds of homeless people get back on their feet.

"I think we all have an obligation [to give back to the community],” said Lilly. “If we stop giving back in some way, the cycle for helping others really stops. I think it's just important for people to give to others that need help."

Lilly has until January 15, 2010 to accept donations. She has currently raised over $12,000 for Clifford’s Gift and leads the race for a cause. If she continues to raise the most money or receives the highest number of donations, she will win additional monetary prizes for Clifford’s Gift.

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