Look To The Stars News: Gwyneth Paltrow

Paul McCartney Goops For Meat Free Monday

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:30:00 -0000

Paul McCartney turned to Gwyneth Paltrow's website, www.goop.com, to promote his Meat Free Mondays initiative.

“Ok, here’s the story on Meat Free Monday,” wrote Sir Paul. "In 2006, the United Nations issued a report which stated that the livestock industry as a whole was responsible for more greenhouse gas emissions than the whole of the transport sector put together.

“I found this interesting particularly because people at the UN are not a vegetarian society and therefore, could not be accused of bias.

“With this in mind, my family and I launched Meat Free Monday in the UK, an idea which has been gaining support from people like Tom Parker-Bowles who, after a lifetime of denigrating vegetarians, recently wrote in his Daily Mail column, “I wince at the memory of my boorish antics” and who pronounced himself “intrigued” by MFM: “There’s no doubting the plain common sense of the message…Meat Free Monday is something to really savour”. Another supporter is Al Gore who stated that initiatives like Meat Free Monday “represent a responsible and welcome component of a comprehensive strategy for reducing global warming pollution and simultaneously improving human health.”

“The point is that so many people these days are looking for ways to “do their bit” for the environment. We recycle – something we never would have dreamt of doing in the past. Many people now drive hybrid cars but most people understand that we cannot leave this important issue to the politicians of the world. Recently, at the Copenhagen Conference for Climate Change, this issue was not even on the agenda and so I believe it is once again left to us, the people, to do it ourselves.

“It’s amazingly easy to take one day in your week, Monday or any other day, and not eat meat. When you think about it, there are so many great alternatives, for instance, in Italian cooking, so many of the dishes are vegetarian already and Thai and Chinese cuisine are the same. All it means is that you have to think a bit about what you’ll eat that day but, in actual fact, far from being a chore, it’s a fun challenge.

“Having been vegetarians for over 30 years, my family and I find it very simple and in fact, tasty and most enjoyable.

“So there it is! Next Monday – don’t eat meat and do your bit to save this beautiful planet of ours. For more information, ideas and lots of meat free recipes, go to the official Meat Free Monday website www.supportmfm.org

“Rock on ya’ll!”

Click here to read Sir Paul’s full message.

Stars Back Charity Breast Cancer Campaign

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Scarlett Johansson and Gwyneth Paltrow are backing Breakthrough Breast Cancer's new campaign, Too Many Women.

Along with Sienna Miller, the stars are supporting the campaign that is calling on 201 ambassadors to each raise £500 in 2010 – making a total of £1 million by the end of 2010.

The campaign is being run by charity supporters Harry Becher and Catriona Blampied, both of whom recently learned their mothers were suffering from the disease.

“This promises to be an inspirational campaign, led by two incredibly committed supporters,” said Chris Askew, director of fundraising for Breakthrough Breast Cancer. “Everyone at Breakthrough is very much looking forward to working with them both, and all their associated fundraisers over the coming year.”

To find out more about the campaign and how you can help, click here.

Gwyneth Paltrow And Famous Friends Hold Charity Sale

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

British store Selfridges hosted a celebrity garage sale for charity in London during the weekend.

Items were donated by Gwyneth Paltrow, Little Britain star David Walliams, TV presenter Denise van Outen, Lily Allen, Davina McCall, members of the All Saints, Jodie Kidd and many more, with proceeds going to Mothers4Children, a charity dedicated to harnessing the compassion of women to create a powerful and enduring platform for change. Established by model and actress Lisa B, the foundation has trustees such as Yasmin Le Bon, Trinny Woodall, Anya Hindmarch and Natalie Massenet, and raises money for charities such as Kids Company and the Foundation for the Relief of Disabled Orphans.

Thousands of people turned out for the event, which featured 45 stalls – many of which were managed by the stars themselves.

Carrie Ann Inaba iParticipates At Food Bank

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

ABC’s Dancing with the Stars judge and iParticipate celebrity ambassador Carrie Ann Inaba donated her time – along with 50-plus volunteers – for a day of service at the Three Square Food Bank in Las Vegas on Wednesday, October 21.

The event was part of the iParticipate initiative that Look To The Stars reported on earlier this week, in which celebrities such as Michelle Obama, Blythe Danner, Morgan Freeman, Faith Hill, Matthew McConaughey, Gwyneth Paltrow, Simon Baker (CBS’ The Mentalist), Emily Deschanel (FOX’s Bones), Eva Longoria Parker (ABC’s Desperate Housewives), Julia Louis Dreyfus (CBS’ The New Adventures of Old Christine), Masi Oka (NBC’s Heroes), Michael Strahan (FOX’s Brothers), Kate Walsh (ABC’s Private Practice) and Rainn Wilson (NBC’s The Office) have joined with the Entertainment Industry Foundation to encourage people to volunteer for good causes.   

Inaba joined her fellow volunteers in sorting and packaging food for distribution to needy residents of Southern Nevada. Three Square is the only food bank in Las Vegas and prepares more than 8 million meals annually for underprivileged families.

The photo shows iParticipate celebrity ambassador Carrie Ann Inaba, center, and UnitedHealthcare employees Brian Elkjer, left, and Jay Sivasailam at the Three Square food bank in North Las Vegas during the event.

Photo © Isaac Brekken/UnitedHealthcare

Stars Want Fans To iParticipate In Charity Initiative

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:00:00 -0000

The Entertainment Industry Foundation has mobilized the entertainment community around a groundbreaking initiative designed to inspire a new era of service and volunteerism.

Called iParticipate, the initiative aims to show what we can achieve when we all pull together. A number of celebrities have given their support to the campaign, including Michelle Obama, Blythe Danner, Morgan Freeman, Faith Hill, Matthew McConaughey, Gwyneth Paltrow, Simon Baker (CBS’ The Mentalist), Emily Deschanel (FOX’s Bones), Eva Longoria Parker (ABC’s Desperate Housewives), Julia Louis Dreyfus (CBS’ The New Adventures of Old Christine), Masi Oka (NBC’s Heroes), Michael Strahan (FOX’s Brothers), Kate Walsh (ABC’s Private Practice) and Rainn Wilson (NBC’s The Office).

As a centerpiece for this initiative, EIF has enlisted major broadcast networks including, ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC, for an unprecedented, week-long television event beginning Monday, October 19. Tune in to seven days and nights of television and watch how your favorite TV shows and personalities shine a light on the power of community service.

The rate at which Americans volunteer regularly has not increased in 40 years and has generally remained around 26% of the population, according to a survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. While volunteerism usually declines during periods of economic distress, volunteerism is currently on the rise in America, particularly among young people, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service.

EIF has also produced a series of public service announcements to reinforce the importance of volunteerism. Through these PSAs, EIF will also recognize and encourage support for five key areas of service: Education & Children, Health & Well Being, Economic Development, Environmental Conservation, and Support for Military Families.

To coincide with the week of programming, hundreds of employees working at entertainment industry companies are answering the call to serve with organized volunteer projects throughout Los Angeles. Planned projects include:

Tuesday, October 20
Paramount Pictures, NBC Universal and United Talent Agency (UTA) will team up to make food packages for families at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

Thursday, October 22
Warner Bros. Entertainment employees will be planting trees in Griffith Park, which was devastated by fires last year, in partnership with TreePeople.
WME Entertainment will volunteer at the Lowman Special Education Center with The Art of Elysium, a program that helps children battling serious medical conditions.
Fox Entertainment Group, International Creative Management (ICM) and Screen Actors Guild(SAG) will work side-by-side with CITY YEAR corps members to beautify Carthay Center Elementary School.

Friday October 23
Sony Pictures Entertainment,AEG and Paradigm will build homes for Habitat for Humanity at the first LEED certified housing development in the city of Lynwood.

Saturday, October 24
Disney | ABCTelevision Group and Creative Artists Agency(CAA) will assemble holiday care packages for military troops with Operation Gratitude at the Van Nuys National Guard Armory.

Other entertainment organizations who will volunteer this week include: CBS, Directors Guild of America, Nickelodeon, Producers Guild of America and Writers Guild of America.

Also as part of the initiative, ABC’s Dancing with the Stars judge and iParticipate celebrity ambassador Carrie Ann Inaba will donate her time along with 50-plus volunteers for a day of service at the Three Square Food Bank in Las Vegas on Wednesday, October 21st at 10:30 AM.

Inaba will join her fellow volunteers in sorting and packaging food for distribution to needy residents of Southern Nevada. Three Square is the only food bank in Las Vegas and prepares more than 8 million meals annually for underprivileged families. Inaba supports numerous charities along with “iParticipate” including the Face Foundation and Rescue Train.

To find out more about iParticipate, to watch PSAs, or to take part in this amazing revolution of volunteerism, visit the official website here.

Gwyneth Paltrow Encourages Volunteers In PSA

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow and her mother, Blythe Danner, have teamed up to appear in a new PSA encouraging people to volunteer.

The ad is sponsored by the Entertainment Industry Foundation and United Healthcare and aims to get more people interested in helping at a community level.

“The biggest blessing in life is to realise your personal power – community work brings families closer together,” says Paltrow in the ad. "Doing good for others, doing positive action – help always comes back around and enriches your life. It’s the biggest gift you could ever give yourself.

“Join us in volunteering.”

To watch the ad, click here.

Coldplay Donates To Gwyneth Paltrow's Favorite Charity

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

British band Coldplay have donated £1 million to a children’s charity in the UK.

The group has made the donation to Kids Company, a charity that provides practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people, in particular those with severe emotional, behavioral and social difficulties, resulting from significant experiences of trauma and neglect. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow – who is married to Coldplay singer Chris Martin – is also a big supporter of the charity. Last year, she cleaned out her closet for an auction to benefit the charity, and she recently designed a range of clothes to raise money for the organization.

“[Coldplay] were moved by the tough stories they heard and want to be genuine participants,” said charity founder Camila Batmanghelidjh. “I got the feeling the donation was something they had planned from the start of their careers.”

Gwyneth Paltrow To Launch Charity Designs Next Week

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Gwyneth Paltrow's long awaited charity clothes designs will go on sale next week.

The 36-year-old actress has teamed up with French label ZOEtee’s to create a collection – called ZOEtee’s Loves Gwyneth – for Autumn/Winter 09, with proceeds to go to Kids Company, a London-based charity that provides practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people, in particular those with severe emotional, behavioral and social difficulties, resulting from significant experiences of trauma and neglect.

The ZOEtee LOVES Gwyneth Paltrow line will sell from £100 to £595, and will comprise both evening and day wear, with luxe basics, and elegant draped dresses.

The designs will be available exclusively here.

Kid Rock To Headline Charity Concert In New York

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:30:00 -0000

The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF), a leader in innovative music therapy treatments and research, is pleased to announce a special Music Has Power Benefit Concert on September 2 at New York City’s Terminal 5. Kid Rock will headline the event.

The Bronx-based Institute for Music and Neurologic Function, a member of the Beth Abraham Family of Health Services, is a nonprofit agency founded on the idea that music has unique powers to heal, rehabilitate, and inspire — and that music therapy can be used to restore and improve physical, emotional, and neurological health. The Institute is dedicated to advancing scientific inquiry on music and the brain and to developing clinical treatments to benefit people of all ages and was founded with the help of renowned neurologist Dr. Oliver Sacks.

Past Music Has Power events have featured appearances and performances by Beastie Boys, Chris Martin, Gwyneth Paltrow, Dustin Hoffman, Moby, Rob Thomas, the B-52’s, Kris Kristofferson, Rufus Wainright, Bruce Hornsby, Vanessa Carlton and many others.

Tickets available to the general public on Saturday, August 8th at 12PM via Ticketmaster. All tickets for this event will be $100. More info can be found here.

Terminal 5 is located at 610 West 56th Street, NYC 10019.

Gwyneth Paltrow Attends Rooftop Charity Dinner

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow was center of attention at a special charity event in New York City earlier this week.

The 36-year-old actress was guest of honor at a Champions of Hope dinner at the Tribeca Rooftop on Wednesday, July 29, to benefit Children of the City. Also in attendance were Bill Evans from Eyewitness News and the New York Giants’ David Tyree.

Since 1981, Children of the City has been serving the underprivileged children in the inner-city communities of Southwest Brooklyn. Starting out as a children’s prevention outreach in the early years, their services have evolved to include trauma intervention, counseling, an after-school and summer program, courtroom and legal advocacy, social work, guardianship, financial counseling, youth mentoring, and other as-needed services to help children and their families achieve success in education, social relationships, home, financial and career.

The 2009 Children’s Champion Award Recipients were Councilwoman Sara M. Gonzalez, Richard Mahler and John Abi-Habab.

More information about the charity can be found here.

British Stars Sing For Palestinian Refugee Children

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Dozens of British celebrities were out in force at the Cafe de Paris in London last night for the annual Hoping’s Got Talent charity karaoke event.

Judged by Kate Moss and X Factor’s Louis Walsh, the event raised money for the Hoping Foundation, an organization that is dedicated to showing Palestinian refugee children that their struggle to transform their lives is encouraged and supported by people in Britain and throughout the rest of the world.

The evening attracted a plethora of British entertainers, including Lily Allen, Guy Ritchie, David Walliams, Jeremy Clarkson, Sienna Miller, Jemima Khan, Will Young, Tracey Emin, Shane MacGowan and socialite Kimberly Stewart. Lost’s Matthew Fox also made an appearance.

Last year’s event raised £319,000 for the charity, and featured Gwyneth Paltrow singing “Killing Me Softly”. 2007’s event featured Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley and Bryan Adams.

The Hoping Foundation provides grants to community projects working with children in Palestinian refugee camps

Madonna And Friends Launch Handbag Auction For Earthquake Relief

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

A host of celebrities have donated handbags to an auction to raise money for victims of April’s devastating earthquake in Italy.

Madonna, Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrow, Demi Moore, Hilary Swank, Eva Longoria, Dita von Teese, Lucy Liu, Marisa Tomei and Lily Tomlin have autographed and donated a selection of Salvatore Ferragamo handbags to the auction. 100% of the proceeds from the online auction will be donated to GlobalGiving’s Italy Earthquake Recovery and Relief Fund.

On April 6, 2009, the deadliest Italian earthquake in over 15 years struck the Abruzzo mountain region of Italy, with the town of L’Aquila at its epicenter. The toll was grim with nearly 300 people killed, more than 1,000 injured, and as many as 65,000 residents displaced. Many of those who lost their homes are still living in tent cities.

Madonna also reportedly donated money to victims following a plea for help from the mayor of a small hamlet called Pacentro. Madonna’s grandparents lived in the village until 1919.

To take part in the auction – which runs until June 12 – click here.

Gwyneth Paltrow Donates Personal Trainer To Charity Auction

Mon, 11 May 2009 15:01:00 -0000

In honor of the 50th anniversary of their No More Tears trademark, Johnson’s Brand has announced its second annual Celebrity Hand Me Down charity auction, featuring items donated by celebrity moms Gwyneth Paltrow and Jessica Alba.

The auction is raising money for the new global Johnson’s No More Tears Clean Water Initiative, at www.babycause.com.

As part of the auction, consumers will be able to bid on celebrity inspired packages including a “get your pre-baby body back” experience, thanks to Gwyneth Paltrow’s donation of her personal trainer Tracy Anderson. The package includes a personal consultation with Tracy Anderson, one-on-one training, weekly phone consultations and Anderson’s workout DVD’s. Jessica Alba has also donated hand-me-downs from daughter Honor Marie, including a limited-edition Maclaren Juicy Couture Ryder Stroller, Hello Kitty rain gear, a diaper bag, as well as an abundance of baby clothes.

“Johnson’s cares about providing pure, mild, and gentle products to babies and families worldwide, and we are thrilled to once again partner with leading Hollywood moms to raise funds and awareness for an important cause,” said Fred Tewell, Group Product Director, Johnson’s Baby. “Access to clean water for drinking and bathing is absolutely critical for babies all over the globe, and we are proud to support charities that advance this cause.”

All proceeds from the charity auction will go to provide innovative and sustainable water, sanitation and hygiene solutions – to ensure every baby makes it to his or her first birthday.

The United Nations reports that four million babies worldwide lose their lives within the first year, mostly due to preventable causes. Accordingly, the UN implemented their Millennium Development Goal to reduce the under-five infant mortality rate by two-thirds by 2015. In support of this effort, the UN and World Health Organization found that many experts believe that more lives can be saved through hand washing than a single vaccine or medical intervention. To aid these organizations with their efforts, Johnson’s aims to provide babies and families around the world with access to clean water.

Just in time for Mother’s Day, the charity auction will run from 7 p.m. PT, Thursday May 7 through 7 p.m. PT, Thursday May 14 exclusively at www.ebay.com/celebritymoms.

Gwyneth Paltrow Launches Robin Hood Auction

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Gwyneth Paltrow is auctioning off her old clothes for a poverty charity.

The Oscar winner is donating a selection of “vintage” clothes to one of her favorite charities.

“I thought maybe I would eBay some of my favorite and most treasured things to raise some money for the Robin Hood Foundation, who do a lot of amazing work in New York City," she wrote on her blog. “So check it out if you are interested.”

The auction includes bracelets, necklaces, bags, sunglasses, a bikini and much more – mostly from designer Stella McCartney.

“Gwyneth is a neighbor of ours and is obviously familiar with what we do,” said Boss of Flogit4u, Phillip Davies, who is overseeing the sale on auction. “She had a big clear-out of her wardrobe and wants to raise money for one of the charities she’s involved in. There are some amazing pieces from Jimmy Choo to Lanvin to Balenciaga.”

The Robin Hood Foundation targets poverty in New York City by finding and funding the most effective programs and partnering with them to maximize results.

To view the items going under the hammer and make a bid, click here.

Gwyneth Paltrow Designs Bikini For Charity

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Following her announcement that she was going to design clothes for a British children’s charity, Gwyneth Paltrow is at it again. This time, the 36-year-old star has created a bikini as part of the Lilly Pulitzer Colorful Cause: Celebrity Designer Program, supporting The EB Medical Research Foundation.

As part of Lily Pulitzer’s 50th anniversary, the company has joined with nine actresses to celebrate style and purpose. Celebrities such as Brooke Shields, Debra Messing, Marcia Cross, Angie Harmon, Bridget Moynahan, Catherine Bell, Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Garcelle Beauvais-Nilson have joined the program to create limited edition prints for designs for “mommy-and-me” looks for both daughters and sons.

Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) is a genetic condition that causes skin and linings to break and blister at the slightest touch. Sufferers battle daily with fluid loss and infection of the open wounds. In worst cases, they’ll die of skin cancer before the age of 40, many in infancy.

The designs will be available very shortly from Lily Pulitzer stores and online. For a sneak peek at the designs, click here.

Gwyneth Paltrow Designs Clothes For Children's Charity

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has designed a range of clothing, with profits going to a children’s charity.

The 36-year-old actress has teamed up with French label ZOEtee’s to create a collection – called ZOEtee’s Loves Gwyneth – for Autumn/Winter 09, with proceeds to go to Kids Company, a London-based charity that provides practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people, in particular those with severe emotional, behavioural and social difficulties, resulting from significant experiences of trauma and neglect.

Details of the collection are yet to be released, but the range will be 1970s-inspired and will include jersey basics – which the fashion house is famed for. It will be unveiled in London next week.

Paltrow is a longtime supporter of Kids Company. Last year, she cleaned out her closet and donated her old clothes to the charity.

Gwyneth Paltrow Hosts Yoga Charity Dinner

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 12:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow hosted a charity evening for an organization that offers instruction in yoga and meditation to students in New York public schools last Wednesday, February 25.

The evening raised money for Bent On Learning, a group set up in 2001 with the aim of improving the physical fitness and cognitive, social and emotional skills of New York City public school students by providing regular instruction in yoga and meditation.

The evening featured cocktails and dinner and was attended by celebrities such as Russell Simmons, Christy Turlington, Kelly Rutherford, members of the Beastie Boys, and many others.

Every year, Bent On Learning brings yoga to more students in more schools and youth centers, from Brooklyn to Manhattan and the Bronx. They offer special classes for students with learning disabilities and for pregnant teens as well as classes for teachers to learn ways to incorporate simple yogic techniques and mindfulness training into their teaching.

More information about the organization can be found here.

Gwyneth Paltrow And Courteney Cox Honored For Charity Work

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:00:00 -0000

Gwyneth Paltrow and Courteney Cox were honored at the 14th Annual Saks Fifth Avenue’s Unforgettable Evening benefiting the Entertainment Industry Foundation's Women’s Cancer Research Fund in Beverly Hills last night, February 10.

The annual event raises much needed funds each year for innovative cancer research, and recognizes one remarkable individual for his or her unwavering commitment to the cause.

Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow received the 2009 Courage Award. She, along with her mother, Blythe Danner, and brother, Jake Paltrow, established the Bruce Paltrow Fund in memory of her father who lived with oral cancer for several years. The Bruce Paltrow Fund, set up through The Oral Cancer Foundation and with support from the EIF, works to prevent oral cancer through public education, early detection and patient support. In 2008, Paltrow served as ambassador for EIF and Saks Fifth Avenue’s KEY TO THE CURE Initiative, appearing in a nationwide public service announcement to raise funds and awareness for women’s cancers.

Courteney Cox was presented with the 2009 Nat King Cole Award for her dedication to helping people, especially those near to her, who have battled cancer.

The evening included a special performance by Beyoncé Knowles and featured guests such as Jennifer Aniston, David Arquette, Sheryl Crow, Lisa Kudrow, Laura Dern, Jennifer Meyer and Tobey Maguire, Angie Harmon and Jason Sehorn, Josh Groban, Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin, Kirk Douglas, Jessica Capshaw, along with EIF’s WCRF honorary chairs Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks, Kate Capshaw and Steven Spielberg, EIF’s WCRF co-founders Kelly Chapman Meyer, Jamie Tisch, Anne Douglas, Quinn Ezralow, Marion Laurie, and Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills’ Vice President & General Manager Larry Bruce.

Stella McCartney Designs Tees For Comic Relief

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 13:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

British designer Stella McCartney has designed a line of T-shirts to raise money for Comic Relief and has called on the help of some of her celebrity friends to help promote them.

Advertising campaigns for the new Tees – one of which features a photo of her father, Paul McCartney, with The Beatles – feature Claudia Schiffer, Gwyneth Paltrow and Keira Knightley in photos shot by McCartney’s sister, Mary.

’It’s a real honor to be involved in such a tremendous cause and be a part of the Red Nose Day campaign 2009," said Stella McCartney. "The designs of the T-shirts were inspired by iconic images of iconic people by iconic photographers and adding an element of humor to them.’

McCartney has designed each t-shirt with iconic images from famous photographers like Herb Ritts, David Bailey and her mother, Linda McCartney. Every t-shirt sold helps raises vital funds for Comic Relief. 100% of the cotton has been sourced from Fairtrade certified organic cotton co-operatives in Africa.

“I wanted to focus on photographs where people are happy and create a charity t-shirt that would become a staple of a person’s wardrobe,” she said.

The Tees are available at TK Maxx stores in the UK for £9.99, and more information can be found at this special website.

Gwyneth Paltrow Attends FINCA UK Launch

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

FINCA International, a leading not-for-profit microfinance organization for nearly 25 years, launched FINCA UK this week, with a little help from Gwyneth Paltrow.

Paltrow was on-hand at a special fundraising evening held in London on Tuesday, December 9, to raise awareness of FINCA UK, which aims to help alleviate poverty by supporting the provision of small loans to the world’s lowest-income entrepreneurs living in the developing world.

The evening raised over $100,000 for FINCA, and was followed on Wednesday by a symposium attended by representatives from major corporations – including GE, British Petroleum, Credit Suisse and Standard Chartered Bank – who are involved in microfinance projects around the world. Former UK Trade Minister Digby, Lord Jones of Birmingham was the keynote of the Symposium.

FINCA lends money to women in developing countries to set up their own shops and businesses, so they can create jobs, build assets and improve their standard of living. It’s Village Banking scheme was launched by Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah of Jordan and actress Natalie Portman.

The launch of FINCA UK will contribute to the success of FINCA’s Global Village Banking Campaign, whose goals are to operate 100,000 Village Banks in the world’s most destitute neighborhoods by 2010, effectively reaching one million of the world’s working poor with loans and financial services giving them the tools to raise their own incomes

Have Lunch In Style With New Celebrity Auction

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 14:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

It’s that time of year again – time for the Annual Celebrity Lunchbox Auction to benefit the Food Bank For New York City.

The Lunchbox Auction is a non-profit organization that runs a yearly auction of celebrity designed lunchboxes and splits the proceeds between the Food Bank For New York City and The Lunchbox Fund, a foundation that provides lunch to pre and high school children in South Africa.

This year’s auction includes lunchboxes designed and signed by celebrities such as Mario Batali, Beastie Boys, Gwyneth Paltrow, David Chang, Tom Colicchio, Salman Rushdie, Cameron Diaz, the cast of Gossip Girls, Rachael Ray, Eva Mendes, Mike Myers, Ellen Page, Michael Stipe, Liv Tyler, Diane Von Furstenberg, and many others.

The auction starts on December 12 at www.thelunchboxauction.org. For a special sneak peak of some of the items, click here.

Mischa Barton Knits Hat For Ethiopian Child

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:00:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Actress Mischa Barton has launched her new official website by posting a photo of a hat she knitted for a child as part of her work with Save the Children.

“I knitted [the] cap a few weeks ago, which was then delivered to Ethiopia and given to an expectant mother who was waiting to give birth in her incredibly primitive home,” wrote Barton. “The baby was delivered with the help of a birth attendant that had been trained by Save the Children. The birth attendant put the cap on the newborn’s head in order to prevent hypothermia.”

The Knit One, Save One campaign was launched last month and asked some of Hollywood’s leading ladies to create one baby cap to keep a newborn warm during the first critical hours and days after birth. Stars such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Rebecca Romijn, Debra Messing, Lisa Edelstein, Vera Farmiga, and Patricia Arquette.

“I’m thrilled to be a part of this effort to help the world’s babies survive,” said Rebecca Romijn, star of ABC Television’s “Ugly Betty” series. “I believe all moms should get to experience the joy of seeing their beautiful babies grow up and do great things in life.”

“Being a mother, I know how vulnerable a child is during their first few hours and days of life,” added Debra Messing. “So when I was told that something as simple as a knit cap can help save a baby’s life by keeping him dry and warm, I was moved to act.”

Barton’s website also includes information about her recent trip to South Africa with the charity: "I visited a primary school in Soweto. Many of the children there are orphans or are infected with the AIDS virus. The kids and I read together, I helped serve them their lunch, and then after school my boyfriend at the time and I drove one of the little boys home. Just seeing where these children come from and the lives that they lead really opened my eyes to how much there is to be done in the world.

“It truly was a life changing experience and I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to spend time with these children. I have every intention of returning in the near future.”

To see the hat Mischa knitted and its lucky recipient, click here.

Gwyneth Paltrow Cleans Out Closet For Kids Company

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Gwyneth Paltrow is to donate some of her old clothes to a new charity auction.

The 36-year-old actress – married to Chris Martin of Coldplay – is giving a selection of items culled from her wardrobe to the British children’s charity Kids Company for their live auction event next month.

Kids Company provides practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and young people, in particular those with severe emotional, behavioral and social difficulties, resulting from significant experiences of trauma and neglect. The money from the auction will go directly to provide educational and counseling support to inner-city children and young people.

The live auction will take place at a yet-to-be-announced venue in East London on November 7 and 9.

Gwyneth Paltrow Saddles Up For Horses

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Gwyneth Paltrow showed her deep concern for animal welfare when she attended a special gala on Saturday night.

The 35-year-old actress was co-host at “The Mane Event,” a function to benefit Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue in New York on August 9. Paltrow – who shared the emcee duties with world-renowned photographer Steven Klein – is a longtime supporter of the Hamptons-based group’s goal of saving unwanted horses from slaughter.

Since 2005, AFER has saved 74 horses, ponies and mules from untimely deaths, with many of them being adopted by caring owners.

The gala event was held at Steven Klein’s West Kill Farm, and the honorary chairperson was Madonna.

Gwyneth Paltrow Gets On The Baby Buggy Campaign

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

Gwyneth Paltrow attended a special charity gala and auction hosted by Jerry Seinfeld's wife last week.

The Tods and Baby Buggy Summer Luncheon took place on the Seinfelds’ sprawling lawn in Amagansett, New York, and was co-hosted by designer Derek Lam and Jessica Seinfeld. The event showcased Tods’ latest fashion collection to raise funds for Baby Buggy, a charity dedicated to providing New York families with essential baby equipment, clothing, and products.

After a delectable lunch, Paltrow and Jerry Seinfeld were joined by stars such as Kelly Ripa, Diane Kruger, and Jessica Capshaw in the Seinfelds’ 200-year-old barn for a special sale of boots, coats and bags from the Tod’s fall collection. Kruger and Paltrow both bought black cashmere trench coats, while Ripa bought a “Pashmy” baby bag.

“We give Baby Buggy all our stuff,” Paltrow told People magazine. “Strollers, car seats, clothes, toys.”

Earlier this year, Baby Buggy received $150,000 from the Carnegie Corporation to help with their mission of supplying baby products to needy families.

Gwyneth Paltrow Pushes For A Key To The Cure

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:30:00 -0000

Written by Tim Saunders

The Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) have announced that Gwyneth Paltrow is their new Ambassador for Saks Fifth Avenue’s 2008 Key To The Cure campaign.

Key to the Cure is a women’s cancer initiative founded in partnership with EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund, and 35-year-old Paltrow will appear in a series of advertisements wearing a limited edition T-shirt to raise awareness. The T-shirts – created by celebrated designer Karl Lagerfeld – will be available from Saks Fifth Avenue from October 1, with $35 from each shirt going to the Cancer Fund.

“Key to the Cure is one of Saks Fifth Avenue’s most important initiatives because of the numbers of people within our communities who are affected by cancer and depend on both the advancement of research and the efforts to ultimately find a cure,” said Steve Sadove, Chairman and CEO of Saks Fifth Avenue. “We are… truly privileged to have the support of Karl Lagerfeld and Gwyneth Paltrow in our momentous 10th anniversary year.”

Saks Fifth Avenue will also hold a charity shopping weekend from October 16-19 at all of its stores nationwide and online, during which 2% of sales will benefit local organizations through EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund.

The Entertainment Industry Foundation raises awareness and funds for important causes such as childhood hunger, cancer research, creative arts, education, and cardiovascular research by using the talent and compassion of entertainment industry members who donate money and volunteer time on their behalf.

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