Look To The Stars News: Tim McGraw

Stars Mark Second Anniversary Of Earthquake In Haiti

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:55:00 +0000

Today, on the second anniversary of the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck off the coast of Paurt-Au-Prince, killing 230,000 and injuring millions more, over 40 high profile personalities are using their Twitter and Facebook accounts to rekindle the world’s interest in helping Haiti.

Celebrities leveraging their social influence to raise awareness for “HAITI: Aid Still Required” include Maroon 5, Sting, Alicia Keys, Lady Antebellum, Hugh Jackman, Sheryl Crow, Tim McGraw, Martha Stewart, Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, Don Cheadle, Deepak Chopra and NBA stars Paul Pierce, Blake Griffin and Chris Paul, reaching a total of 125 million social media followers.

Guitar String Bracelets Raise Thousands For Charity

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Wear Your Music, the creators of the Original Artist Bracelet, succeeded in donating over 60,000 dollars to charity in 2011. The Original Artist Bracelet is custom-made from the intertwined guitar strings of music icons with profits donated to individual musicians’ charities of choice.

Over 150 artists including modern favorites Jason Mraz, John Mayer and Jack Johnson, classic legends like Eric Clapton, Pete Townshend and Gregg Allman and country music icons like Dolly Parton and Tim McGraw are donating their strings to create The Original Artist Bracelets.

“We created this company in 2007 when we noticed that musicians were just tossing away their used guitar strings,” explains Hannah Garrison, Co-Founder of Wear Your Music. “We wanted to use these guitar strings to make a difference by recycling a piece of rock memorabilia to create bracelets for fans. We took it a step further and decided to donate the proceeds from the sale of the Artist Bracelet to the musician’s charity of choice.”

Daughtry To Tour For The Troops

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Multi-platinum rock band Daughtry will bring their energetic live show and rock n roll anthems to American service members and their families overseas this holiday season, when they headline Tour for the Troops 2011, presented by the Air Force Reserve.

The band, whose music creates a gleaming showcase for Chris Daughtry’s powerful, emotionally resonant voice, will entertain U.S. military personnel at Ramstein Air Base, Germany; Incirlik Air Base, Turkey; Naval Station Rota in Spain, and a number of deployed locations in Southwest Asia from Nov. 30 to Dec. 10. Joining them will be comedian Gabriel Iglesias, along with the Band of the Air Force Reserve.

Stars Donate Items To Grammy Charity Auction

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:15:00 +0000

The GRAMMY Charity Black Friday Sale — a post-Thanksgiving closeout including all-new “buyitnow” bargains and slashed prices on amazing celebrity autographed memorabilia and VIP experiences — is perfect for the music lover in your life!

The auction launched on Black Friday, Nov. 25, and will continue until Dec. 5 at www.ebay.com/grammy. Presented in partnership with Kompolt, all proceeds raised through this special auction will benefit programs and services of MusiCares and the Grammy Foundation.

Hot Concert Tickets To Benefit Charity

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:00:00 +0000

In celebration of MusiCares’ 20th anniversary, a host of stars are offering tickets to shows to benefit the charity.

Artists including the Doobie Brothers, Earth, Wind & Fire, “Glee” Live! In Concert!, Josh Groban, Ray LaMontagne, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Taylor Swift and James Taylor are teaming up with Tickets-for-Charity while on tour to offer fans access to great concert seats to benefit MusiCares.

“We’re honored to involve such a talented group of performing artists, representing multiple genres and generations, in this important campaign,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. “Funds raised through these tours on Tickets-for-Charity will help support MusiCares’ goal of raising $5 million to complete our historic $15 million dollar campaign. These funds will enable MusiCares to reach more people in need, both those working behind the scenes and those who are in the spotlight of our vibrant music community.”

Country Music Stars Raise Cash For Storm Victims

Tue, 17 May 2011 15:30:00 +0000

Last Thrusday, May 12, CMT premiered MUSIC BUILDS: THE CMT DISASTER RELIEF CONCERT – a live, commercial-free, 90-minute concert special designed to raise awareness and funds for those affected by the recent devastating storms, flooding and tornadoes.

Co-hosted by ESPN’s Erin Andrews, HLN’s Robin Meade and comedian Ron White, the special featured an urgent call to action from President Obama, as well as performances by Hank Williams, Jr., Alabama, Alan Jackson, Gretchen Wilson, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Tim McGraw and Trace Adkins. All money raised will benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief efforts.

Media outlets including American Forces Network, CNN.com, multiple local TV affiliates and radio stations also simulcast MUSIC BUILDS, reaching tens of millions of viewers around the world.

Country Music Stars To Unite For Tornado Victims Tonight

Thu, 12 May 2011 12:30:00 +0000

CMT and its pro-social initiative CMT One Country will tonight air Music Builds: The CMT Disaster Relief Concert – a live, commercial-free, 90-minute celebrity charity concert special featuring a special call to action from President Obama, as well as performances by Hank Williams, Jr., Alabama, Alan Jackson, Gretchen Wilson, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Tim McGraw, Trace Adkins and more to raise awareness and funds for those affected by the recent devastating storms, flooding and tornadoes.

Co-hosted by ESPN’s Erin Andrews, HLN’s Robin Meade and comedian Ron White, the fundraising special will air live from Nashville on Thursday, May 12 at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT on CMT and will be simulcast on CMT.com. All money raised will benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief efforts.

Music Builds: The CMT Disaster Relief Concert will highlight a number of regions affected by recent storm, tornado and flooding damage including Tuscaloosa and Birmingham, Ala.; Natchez and Vicksburg, Miss.; Vidalia, La.; Memphis, Dyersburg and Tiptonville, Tenn.; and Raleigh, N.C. to name a few. In addition to performances, the special will include additional calls to action from Big Kenny, Carrie Underwood, Courteney Cox, Ellen DeGeneres, University of Alabama Coach Nick Saban, Nicole Kidman, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, and others. HLN will re-air the telecast Sunday, May 15 at 9:00 p.m., ET.

Get Tickets To Private Tim McGraw Show In Charity Auction

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:30:00 +0000

WhyHunger is auctioning off two tickets to see Tim McGraw in a rare and private concert at the Beacon Theater in New York this week, but you must be quick to make a bid – the auction only has a few more hours to run!

The concert, which will be broadcast live on Wednesday, April 27 at 7:30 pm ET, will feature the superstar performing songs from his 11 #1 country albums. The private concert will also include performances by Luke Bryan and The Band Perry, who will join McGraw on his upcoming national “Emotional Traffic” tour. The concert will air nationwide live on three SiriusXM channels: “Tim McGraw Radio,” The Highway and Prime Country.

Founded 35 years ago by long-time NYC radio host Bill Ayres and musician Harry Chapin, WhyHunger was created to address hunger issues and to take on long-term solutions to end the cycle of poverty in the US. Their focus is self-reliance as the root cause of hunger is poverty and root cause of poverty is powerlessness. WhyHunger’s niche is community based organizations — they partner with these grassroots campaigns to make sure they have the resources, the education and the support to succeed.

Faith Hill And Tim McGraw Receive Celebrity Charity Award

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Faith Hill and husband Tim McGraw were awarded for their charity work at a special celebrity-studded event earlier this week.

The couple were presented with the Country Radio Broadcasters’ Artist Humanitarian Award at the Country Radio Seminar at the Nashville Convention Center on Wednesday, March 2, in recognition of the work they do for those in need.

“Being honoured for our humanitarian work, while incredibly humbling, is also bittersweet for us because it comes at the expense of others who are suffering through hard times,” said Faith. “People just like us – with families, brothers, sisters, children and friends – need our help. People with or without homes, with or without jobs, with or without families, the fact is that uncontrollable and unforeseen disasters are not discriminating.”

Music Superstars Create CD for Flood Victims

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:08:00 +0000

Dozens of artists, including Sting, Bon Jovi, Pink, Bob Dylan and Kings Of Leon have donated tracks to a CD benefitting the Queensland flood victims.

Flood Relief – Artists For The Flood Appeal will also feature songs from Australian bands Powderfinger, Crowded House and Midnight Oil.

59 previously-released tracks have been donated by the bands for the three-disc compilation, including songs by Beyoncé, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Foo Fighters and Keith Urban.

Cher And Tim McGraw In Jorge Posada's All-Star Celebrity Charity Auction

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

The Jorge Posada Foundation, a non-profit organization established by the New York Yankees’ All-Star Catcher Jorge Posada and his wife Laura, announces the launch of its Celebrity Basebowl Tournament Auction, in partnership with leading online charity auction site charitybuzz, to raise funds for children and families affected by Craniosynostosis, a dangerous congenital defect that affects the skull.

Dozens of auction items and experiences are on the auction block, including incredible donations from Kevin Connolly, Tim McGraw, Cher, George Lopez, James Blake, Chris Evert, and Judith Ripka. Bidding is open from October 27th through November 17th here.

Jorge and Laura’s son Jorge Luis was diagnosed with Craniosynostosis when he was just ten days old. He underwent eight major surgeries to successfully correct the condition. Today, Jorge Luis is about to celebrate his 11th birthday and his future is bright. Jorge and Laura founded The Jorge Posada Foundation to provide financial assistance to the many families affected by Craniosynostosis who are not able to afford the critical surgeries alone, as well as provide them with emotional support through a family support network.

JetBlue's Celebrity Charity Auction Takes Off

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:00:00 +0000

Online auction leader Charity Folks has teamed up with Jet Blue Airways for their “Bid for Good” online auction to benefit KaBOOM! and DoSomething.org.

Bidders will get the opportunity to bid on more than 60 destination trips and other unique celebrity and sports experiences. Every package includes airfare on Jet Blue.

Celebrity packages include a meet-and-greet with Tim McGraw and VIP tickets to one of his 2011 concerts, a set-visit in Los Angeles to “Chelsea Lately” and a meeting with hilarious host Chelsea Handler, two VIP tickets to see an iconic performance by Cher in Las Vegas and insider green room access at Jimmy Kimmel Live!

JetBlue Launches Online Celebrity Charity Auction

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 14:00:00 +0000

JetBlue has partnered with Charity Folks to launch an incredible online auction featuring trips and unique experiences in each of its 60 destinations.

‘Bid for Good’ auction items include:

Tim McGraw To Be Awarded Charity Honor

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:30:00 +0000

Music and film star Tim McGraw will take to Atlanta’s stage on October 2 to accept the True Ally Award at the 2010 Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner.

The Men Stopping Violence Annual Awards Dinner recognizes individuals who have dedicated time and resources to fostering safety and justice for women. The dinner is the primary annual fundraiser for Men Stopping Violence. Award-winning playwright Pearl Cleage will receive The Kathleen Carlin Justice Seekers Award, named for the founding executive director of Men Stopping Violence. McGraw and Herman “Skip” Mason Jr., author, historian and president of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, will accept the True Ally Awards, which recognize men of conscience–allies who use their influence to advocate for safety, equality and respect for women and girls. Dr. Frank Ostrowski will receive posthumously the Dick Bathrick Activist Award, given to a man who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in the work to end violence against women. Ostrowski co-founded Alternatives to Violent Acts, a precursor to the Men Stopping Violence organization.

“This dinner is a time when we pause to acknowledge our work and the work of others who are committed to this cause. It is a connecting point for men and women working to build a strong community of allies and who join our mission to provide resources for building safer communities for women and girls,” said Shelley Serdahely, executive director of Men Stopping Violence.

Stars Back Jerry Lewis Telethon With Charity Auction

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:30:00 +0000

To celebrate Jerry Lewis’ Labor Weekend telethon for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, charity auction site BiddingForGood.com has some fantastically massive celebrity items going under the hammer.

Here is a selection of what is on offer:

Celebrity Signed Harley Gas Tank

Academy Of Country Music Donates To Charity

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:00 +0000

The Academy of Country Music has announced a $1 million endowment to ACM Lifting Lives, made on behalf of the artists who participated in the taping of ACM Presents: Brooks & Dunn – The Last Rodeo in Las Vegas in May.

Ticket proceeds from the taping went to ACM Lifting Lives, which in turn quickly earmarked funding for those affected by the recent floods in Middle Tennessee. The gift successfully completes a three-year funding commitment and fundraising campaign the Academy initiated in 2008.

Honorees Brooks & Dunn along with Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Faith Hill, Jennifer Hudson, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, George Strait, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban all participated in the taping, with more than 10 million viewers tuning in to the special on CBS on May 23.

Country Stars To Shine For Flood Victims At Charity Concert

Wed, 12 May 2010 12:30:00 +0000

Taylor Swift, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw are the latest country stars to offer their help to victims of Nashville’s devastating floods.

Faith Hill and Tim McGraw announced on Monday that they are planning a massive benefit concert to be held at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville next month.

“On Tuesday, June 22nd, the Music City community will unite to assist victims of the floods that ravaged Nashville and Middle Tennessee earlier this month,” said the pair. “The damage that we’ve seen to people’s homes and the effect that the flooding has had on their lives is unimaginable. But we’ve seen the spirit of our community first hand, as volunteers, church groups and our local business leaders rally to help.”

Stars Attend An Unforgettable Evening For Charity

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:40:00 +0000

Celebrity couple Faith Hill and Tim McGraw were honored at the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund An Unforgettable Evening event at the Beverly Wilshire on Wednesday, January 27.

The pair were awarded the Courage Award for their work in setting up the Tug McGraw Foundation – after Tim’s father, who died of cancer – and their work raising funds for cancer research.

“Cancer took the life of my father-in-law,” said Faith Hill. “He was a brave man during his fight towards the end. His wish was to create an organisation that provided a better way of life for cancer patients and money towards research.”

Bette Midler Launches Charity Auction

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Bette Midler has launched a new online charity auction, and she wants YOU to be part of it.

“It’s just brimming with fabulous experiences donated by dear friends who share my deep concern about the environment!” she said. "With a tennis lesson with John McEnroe, a walk-on role with Steve Carell & Paul Rudd, lunch with Jann Wenner, a getaway to Richard Branson’s Necker Island, the chance to meet Cher, John Mayer, Tim McGraw – not to mention yours truly – we’ve got something for everyone!

“Proceeds benefit New York Restoration Project (NYRP), a nonprofit I founded to clean & green New York City. We’ve turned 55 vacant lots into beautiful community gardens and planted more than 250,000 trees, and we’re just getting started, so I hope you’ll join in the merriment by placing a bid today!”

Judd Apatow To Be Honored By Fulfillment Fund

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann will be honored at the Fulfillment Fund’s annual STARS Gala at the Beverly Hills Hotel on October 26.

Each year, the Fulfillment Fund’s STARS gala honors a leader in the entertainment industry for extraordinary generosity and philanthropic involvement.

STARS has been recognized as one of the top five most successful annual fundraising events in Southern California, raising up to $2 million each fall to support programs offered through the Fulfillment Fund.

Agassi Lines Up Grand Slam for Children

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:08:00 +0000

Dane Cook, Daughtry, Tim McGraw and Brian McKnight will headline the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation’s 2009 Grand Slam for Children benefit concert.

The 14th annual concert boasts Grammy award-winning producer, arranger and composer David Foster as Musical Director, and Andre Agassi will be there to host the event.

“Each year, the stars align and donate their talents to celebrate our achievements and support our work in education,” said Agassi. “This year’s Grand Slam for Children promises to be an incredible night of entertainment that benefits Agassi Prep and allows us to create opportunities that change children’s lives.”

Country Stars Thrilled By Volunteers

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:44:00 +0000

Tim McGraw, Dierks Bentley and Keith Anderson helped to raise over $200,000 at Halfway to Hazard’s 2nd Annual Charity Trail Ride in Tennessee last week.

Nearly 25,000 fans flocked to Eastern Kentucky for the event, held on August 22-23. The weekend saw families enjoying music, family activities and ATV rides while supporting Buckhorn Children’s and Family Center, which cares for suffering children in the area.

Halfway to Hazard’s Chad Warrix said, “We were hoping to just double last year’s attendance of 7,500 and raise more than the $110,000. The fact we more than tripled attendance and doubled money raised this year is staggering! We applaud all the volunteers and artists for helping us in accomplishing and surpassing our goals.”

Dierks Bentley To Ride Again For Music And Miles

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:30:00 +0000

Country singer Dierks Bentley has enlisted the help of Darius Rucker and Eric Church for a concert to follow his fourth annual Miles and Music for Kids celebrity motorcycle ride on October 11 in Nashville.

Bentley raised over $275,000 for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt during his third annual Music & Miles for Kids celebrity motorcycle ride last year, which also included a concert featuring Tim McGraw.

The 34-year-old singer is also working with the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and CMT One Country to extend the Miles and Music for Kids event to six cities in 2009 and 2010, with all proceeds benefiting Children’s Miracle Network hospitals in those areas.

Country Stars To Perform At Charity Trail Ride

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Country stars Tim McGraw and Dierks Bentley will headline the 2nd Annual Halfway to Hazard Charity Trail Ride to raise money for Buckhorn Children’s and Family Center in Crockettsville, Kentucky.

The show will be part of a weekend of ATV trail rides on August 22 and 23, and will also feature performances by country duo Halfway To Hazard, Danielle Peck, Gabe Garcia, Bomshell, and Whiskey Falls.

Over 1,000 ATVs are expected to descend on the hills of Southern Kentucky for the event, and appearances will be made by NASCAR legend Kyle Petty, Motorcross great Ricky Carmichael, and music artists Randy Houser, James Otto, Keith Anderson, and Jeremy Popoff.

Tim McGraw To Headline Andre Agassi Charity Event

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Andre Agassi has announced details of this year’s Grand Slam For Kids charity event.

The event will take place on September 26 in Las Vegas, and will feature Tim McGraw as the headline act.