MPTF Raises $786,512 During Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews Telethon

MPTF Raises $786,512 During Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews Telethon Dec 18, 2023

Returning for its second year, MPTF’s fundraising telethon, Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews raised $786,512 on Saturday night to benefit the 100-year-old charity’s support of entertainment industry members in need, exceeding the original goal of $750K. More
MPTF to Hold Lights, Camera, Take Action!: Caring for Hollywood's Crews Telethon

MPTF to Hold Lights, Camera, Take Action!: Caring for Hollywood's Crews Telethon Dec 1, 2023

MPTF's fundraising telethon for crew members in need will return for its second time. Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews will air live on KTLA (Channel 5 in Los Angeles) on December 9, 7-9 pm PT. More
Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine: A Tribute to Bob Saget Raises More Than $1.2M

Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine: A Tribute to Bob Saget Raises More Than $1.2M Sep 27, 2022

Last week, Co-chairs John Mayer, Kelly Rizzo, Jeff Ross, and SRF Board Member, Susan Feniger presented and curated Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine, raising more than $1.2M for the Scleroderma Research Foundation (SRF) in a moving tribute to Bob Saget at the Beverly Wilshire. More
Bob Saget and Susan Feniger Host the First Global Edition of Cool Comedy - Hot Cuisine

Bob Saget and Susan Feniger Host the First Global Edition of Cool Comedy - Hot Cuisine Oct 26, 2020

Earlier this week, Bob Saget turned to comedy to shed light on a very heavy subject, presenting and curating the Scleroderma Research Foundation's (SRF’s) signature annual fundraising event, Cool Comedy – Hot Cuisine, and raising $1.1M for SRF. More
Cool Comedy - Hot Cuisine Streaming Live on October 18

Cool Comedy - Hot Cuisine Streaming Live on October 18 Sep 23, 2020

Bob Saget continues to use comedy to shed light on a very heavy subject and make it lighter, by presenting and curating the Scleroderma Research Foundation's (SRF’s) signature annual fundraising event, Cool Comedy – Hot Cuisine. More
USO Kicks Off 10th Annual T-Shirt Campaign, Virtual Fourth of July Concert Special

USO Kicks Off 10th Annual T-Shirt Campaign, Virtual Fourth of July Concert Special Jul 3, 2020

The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and the USO is going to celebrate in a big way as it kicks off the 10th anniversary of its T-shirt campaign and a virtual summer concert series. More
A CAPITOL FOURTH Returns for a Special 40th Anniversary Presentation Hosted by John Stamos and Vanessa Williams

A CAPITOL FOURTH Returns for a Special 40th Anniversary Presentation Hosted by John Stamos and Vanessa Williams Jun 29, 2020

Capital Concerts announced today the 40th anniversary presentation of A CAPITOL FOURTH, the national July 4th TV tradition on PBS. More
Steven Tyler To Present His Third Annual GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to Benefit Janie's Fund

Steven Tyler To Present His Third Annual GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to Benefit Janie's Fund Jan 23, 2020

On Sunday, Jan 26, iconic music legend and humanitarian Steven Tyler will present his third GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party to benefit Janie's Fund, presented by Live Nation, at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. More
Pitbull to Perform at Steven Tyler’s GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party Benefiting Janie's Fund

Pitbull to Perform at Steven Tyler’s GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party Benefiting Janie's Fund Jan 15, 2020

Iconic music legend and humanitarian Steven Tyler announced that the GRAMMY winning independent global superstar, education advocate and entrepreneur Pitbull will perform at Tyler’s third annual Janie's Fund GRAMMY Awards Viewing Party presented by Live Nation, on Sunday, Jan. 26 at Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. More
More Stars Join 2019 A Capitol Fourth Celebration

More Stars Join 2019 A Capitol Fourth Celebration Jun 27, 2019

Joining the all-star line-up for the 39th annual edition of PBS’ A CAPITOL FOURTH, the country’s longest-running live national July 4 TV tradition, are Broadway star and two-time Tony Award nominee Laura Osnes (BANDSTAND) plus Rock and Roll Hall of Famers and R&B legends The O’Jays. More
John Stamos To Return As Host For A CAPITOL FOURTH

John Stamos To Return As Host For A CAPITOL FOURTH Jun 20, 2019

This July 4th, A CAPITOL FOURTH continues its 39-year tradition of celebrating our nation’s independence on the West Lawn of the United States Capitol building. More
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles From Paris With Love Gala Raises $5.5 Million

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles From Paris With Love Gala Raises $5.5 Million Oct 23, 2018

In recognition for their compassion and dedicated support of Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), late night talk show host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel, legendary Dodgers play-by-play announcer Vin Scully and global play and entertainment company Hasbro were awarded the Courage to Care award at CHLA’s ‘From Paris With Love’ gala Saturday. More
See Who Is Shaping America's Future In The WE Day Special

See Who Is Shaping America's Future In The WE Day Special Jul 27, 2018

WE, an organization that makes doing good doable, invites Americans to tune in to the fourth annual WE Day Special on August 17, 2018 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on ABC. More
PBS' A Capitol Fourth Welcomes Back TV Legend John Stamos

PBS' A Capitol Fourth Welcomes Back TV Legend John Stamos Jun 29, 2018

This July 4th, America’s national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country’s 242nd birthday, as A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS welcomes back Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (FULLER HOUSE, SCREAM QUEENS) to host the festivities. More
Andy Grammer And Chita Rivera Join All-Star Cast Of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH

Andy Grammer And Chita Rivera Join All-Star Cast Of PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH Jun 21, 2018

Joining the all-star line-up for the 38th annual edition of PBS’ A CAPITOL FOURTH, the country’s longest-running live national July 4 TV tradition, are multi-platinum pop singer and songwriter Andy Grammer, theatrical icon and one of Broadway’s greatest triple-threat talents Chita Rivera, and THE VOICE Season 14 finalist Kyla Jade. More
John Stamos To Lead PBS Independence Day Celebration

John Stamos To Lead PBS Independence Day Celebration Jun 4, 2018

This July 4th, America’s national Independence Day celebration kicks off our country’s 242nd birthday, as A CAPITOL FOURTH on PBS welcomes back Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (FULLER HOUSE, SCREAM QUEENS) to host the festivities. More
WE Day California 2018 Unites Young Change-Makers With Celebrities

WE Day California 2018 Unites Young Change-Makers With Celebrities Apr 26, 2018

The world’s largest youth empowerment event, WE Day, returned to The “Fabulous” Forum for the third year in celebration of young people committed to making a difference. More
Star-Studded WE Day California To Return In April

Star-Studded WE Day California To Return In April Apr 2, 2018

The world’s largest youth empowerment event, WE Day, is returning to southern California on April 19, 2018 at The “Fabulous” Forum. More
Sammy Hagar To Be Honored By Adopt The Arts

Sammy Hagar To Be Honored By Adopt The Arts Nov 30, 2017

On Wednesday, January 31, 2018, Adopt The Arts (adoptthearts.org), the Los Angeles-based charity that preserves and creates arts programs in U.S. public schools, will honor rock icon Sammy Hagar (Van Halen, Chickenfoot) for his humanitarian work at their annual Rock Gala at the historic Avalon Ballroom in Hollywood. More
Stars Join Animal Coalition In Urging Congress To Oppose Wild Horse Slaughter

Stars Join Animal Coalition In Urging Congress To Oppose Wild Horse Slaughter Jul 18, 2017

Robert Redford, Ed Harris, Elle Fanning, Ian Somerhalder and countless other equine enthusiasts joined The Humane Society of the United States, Humane Society Legislative Fund, Return to Freedom and the ASPCA to draw attention to the threat posed to wild horses and burros. More
Kellie Pickler And Yolanda Adams Join PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH

Kellie Pickler And Yolanda Adams Join PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH Jun 27, 2017

Joining the all-star line-up for the 37th annual edition of PBS’ A CAPITOL FOURTH, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, are acclaimed country music singer and songwriter Kellie Pickler, Grammy-nominated gospel legend Yolanda Adams and Broadway star and two-time Tony Award nominee Laura Osnes (BANDSTAND). More
John Stamos To Host PBS A Capital Fourth Event

John Stamos To Host PBS A Capital Fourth Event Jun 8, 2017

Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (FULLER HOUSE, SCREAM QUEENS) is set to host the 37th annual edition of PBS’ A CAPITOL FOURTH, broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. More
Bob Saget To Be Honored At Cool Comedy – Hot Cuisine Gala

Bob Saget To Be Honored At Cool Comedy – Hot Cuisine Gala Jun 5, 2017

Bob Saget will be honored for his nearly three decades of commitment to the Scleroderma Research Foundation (SRF) at Cool Comedy – Hot Cuisine, the 39th gala to benefit the SRF on Friday, June 16th at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire. More
John Stamos Features In Dog Adoption Campaign

John Stamos Features In Dog Adoption Campaign Feb 16, 2017

John Stamos is getting a big kiss — from a canine pal! It’s all part of the Scream Queens star’s new PETA campaign, which proclaims, “Adoption Is Love. Begin a Lifelong Friendship at Your Local Animal Shelter.” More
Starlight Children's Foundation To Host Dream Halloween 2016

Starlight Children's Foundation To Host Dream Halloween 2016 Sep 14, 2016

Starlight Children's Foundation will host LA’s iconic Dream Halloween costume party and fundraiser at the historic Park Plaza in downtown Los Angeles on October 22, 2016. More
Stars To Attend Scott Baio 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

Stars To Attend Scott Baio 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament Sep 13, 2016

The Bailey Baio Angel Foundation, in partnership with lead sponsor Woodbridge Group of Companies, today announced that it has completely sold out tickets for The Scott Baio 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament. More
49 Celebrities Honor 49 Victims of Orlando Tragedy

49 Celebrities Honor 49 Victims of Orlando Tragedy Jun 29, 2016

Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization, released a special tribute to the 49 victims of the Orlando shooting at Pulse nightclub on Latin night. More
Many Stars Attend 9th Annual Evening Before Event

Many Stars Attend 9th Annual Evening Before Event Sep 22, 2015

Television’s biggest night took place in Century City, CA Saturday, September 19th, where the entertainment industry came together for the ninth annual “Evening Before” party, benefitting MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund). More
John Stamos Takes Part In Reel Stories, Real Lives Event For MPTF

John Stamos Takes Part In Reel Stories, Real Lives Event For MPTF Apr 28, 2015

The entertainment industry turned out in force on Saturday night in support of MPTF’s (Motion Picture & Television Fund) fourth annual “Reel Stories, Real Lives” event, a unique evening of powerful readings which told the stories of industry members and their families who have benefitted from MPTF’s services in recent years. More
Stars Gather for Jenna Ushkowitz and Samantha Futerman's Kindred Foundation

Stars Gather for Jenna Ushkowitz and Samantha Futerman's Kindred Foundation Feb 27, 2015

Tuesday, March 3rd will see the Inaugural Fundraiser for Jenna Ushkowitz and Samantha Futerman's Kindred Foundation for Adoption. More