Look To The Stars News: TJ Martell Foundation

Kevin Jonas And Josh Groban Attend TJ Martell Foundation Wine Dinner

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:30:00 +0000

Celebrities, music executives, sommeliers and wine connoisseurs helped celebrate the 8th Annual World Tour of Wine Dinner on November 17th to benefit the TJ Martell Foundation, the music industry’s largest foundation that supports cancer research at three esteemed Manhattan hospitals.

Kevin Jonas and Josh Groban

Bella Thorne, Caroline Sunshine And Adam Irigoyen Support The TJ Martell Foundation

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +0000

The TJ Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research, held its third annual Family Day Los Angeles event on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at the CBS Studios Back Lot in Studio City, CA.

Davis Cleveland, Bella Throne, Allysn Ashley Arm

Arnold Palmer And Drew Carey To Be Honored At Charity Gala

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Tony Martell, Founder and Chairman of the TJ Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research, is proud to announce the honorees for the 36th Annual Awards Gala, which will take place on Thursday, November 3rd at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square.

“There can be no question that these are four of the most illustrious honorees on the planet,” says Mr. Martell. “They care. They are true humanitarians, every one of them. They are honoring us by permitting us to honor them. On behalf of those fighting cancer today and those who undoubtedly will in the future, we are most grateful.”

Golf legend and philanthropist Arnold Palmer will receive the Lifetime Philanthropic Award. For nearly a half century, Mr. Palmer has been one of the best-known sportsmen and businessmen in the world. In just over two decades, the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has risen from a community hospital serving Central Florida to an internationally-known health care institution, now ranked as one of the country’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report. Thanks in part to Martell support, these clinicians are increasingly joining forces with researchers around the country and in Orlando to perform research and develop innovative cancer treatments and protocols.

Meet Taylor Swift For Charity

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:30:00 +0000

Taylor Swift fans listen up – here is you chance to meet the singing sensation and see her in concert in New Jersey while benefiting a worthwhile cause.

You and three of your closest friends will MEET the princess of pop at her concert on Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. You will also receive 4 VIP tickets to the show.

Proceeds will benefit the TJ Martell Foundation. The T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research was founded in 1975 by music industry executive Tony Martell and his colleagues, in loving memory of his son, T.J., who died of leukemia. It is dedicated to raising funds for the innovative initial and ongoing research for improved treatments and cures for leukemia, cancer and AIDS. The Foundation has provided over $240 million dollars for research through a variety of events including concerts, gala awards dinners, family day activities, golf tournaments, wine dinners, and walk-a-thons. Research facilities funded by the foundation include T.J. Martell Memorial Laboratories at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in New York City, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Frances Williams Preston Laboratories at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Columbia-Presbyterian Cancer Center, Massachusetts General Cancer Center and The Mayo Clinic. This year marks the 36th anniversary for the T.J. Martell Foundation.

Celebrity Charity Bowling Tournament To Celebrate American Music Awards

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Dick Clark Productions is hosting this year’s official “American Music Awards” Pre-Party at Lucky Strike at L.A. Live. The party will feature a celebrity charity bowl tournament to raise awareness for important organizations and to celebrate this year’s nominees and performers. Invited Guests at the AMA Pre-Party will have the chance to bowl with their favorite celebrity and charity.

The event takes place tomorrow, November 20, at Lucky Strike, 800 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, at 8pm.

Confirmed celebrities bowling for charity include hosts of the “Coca-Cola Red Carpet Live! @ the 2010 American Music Awards” Lance Bass (The Trevor Project), Jenni Pulos (The Trevor Project) and Jennette McCurdy (TJ Martell Foundation), Jackass 3D’s Steve-O (PETA), The Blind Side’s Quinton Aaron and Twilight’s Michael Welch (Thirst Project), “Modern Family’s” Rico Rodriguez (Headstart Neal CDC School) and Chuy Bravo (The Little Nugget Foundation) from “Chelsea Lately.”

Kevin Jonas To Appear On Game Show For Charity

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 14:00:00 +0000

The oldest sibling in the Jonas Brothers – Kevin Jonas – will appear on NBC game show Minute To Win It on May 23 to raise money for the group’s charity, Change for the Children Foundation.

The show sees contestants take on a series of games – each lasting a minute – to win $1 million.

“We can’t wait for Kevin to come on the show and take on some of our most nerve-wracking challenges,” executive producer Craig Plestis said in a statement to Access Hollywood. “We’re anxious to see if he can win it in a minute and raise some big money for his charity.”

Montgomery Gentry To Receive Charity Award

Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:00:00 +0000

The Academy of Country Music has announced that Columbia Nashville duo Montgomery Gentry will be the 2010 recipient of the Academy of Country Music/The Home Depot Humanitarian Award, to be presented during the 45th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS. The show will be broadcast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sun., April 18, 2010, at 8:00 PM live ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network.

In its ninth year, the Humanitarian Award recognizes country music artists who serve others, have a generous spirit and help build the dreams of those in need. Iconic country music duo Montgomery Gentry has been selected for their ongoing community service and charitable giving of their time and talent.

Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry devote their time and energy into making the needs of others a priority. They are active participants in any charitable organizations they support giving their time, talent and treasure. Together, they have strongly served and supported the U.S. military and numerous charitable organizations including the TJ Martell Foundation, which Troy serves as a board member. They also provide their individual time to two deserving philanthropies. Eddie gives his support to Camp Horsin’ Around in Lexington, Ky., which provides a camp facility equipped for children with serious, chronic illnesses and physical difficulties. Troy bolsters the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

Meet The Jonas Brothers For Charity

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Last week, LookToTheStars.org brought you the exciting news that the Jonas Brothers are to be honored for the charity work by the TJ Martell Foundation. We can now add that CharityFolks.com have launched an incredible auction to meet the band backstage.

The singing siblings will perform at the 11th annual TJ Martell Foundation Family Day in New York City, to be held on April 18 at the Roseland Ballroom, and will be honored along with their management for their work with children’s causes.

Charity Folks is auctioning a number of meet-and-greet opportunities – which include photos and autographs – as well as packages that include access to soundcheck on the day.

Gretchen Wilson To Play Charity Gig In Anaheim

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0000

Country star Gretchen Wilson will play a special benefit concert for the TJ Martell Foundation in Anaheim on March 10.

To all appearances, Gretchen Wilson went overnight from talented obscurity to phenomenon. Her first single, “Redneck Woman,” spent six weeks at #1; her debut album, Here For The Party, sold more than five million copies; she won across-the-board awards including a Grammy and ACM, CMA and AMA nods for best female vocalist; and she toured to large and raucous crowds around the world.

Jonas Brothers To Be Honored At Charity Gig

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:30:00 +0000

The Jonas Brothers will be honorees at the 11th annual TJ Martell Foundation Family Day in New York City next month.

The singing siblings will perform at the special show, to be held on April 18 at the Roseland Ballroom, and will be honored along with their management for their work with children’s causes. The singers established their own charity, the Change for the Children Foundation, to support programs that motivate and inspire children to face adversity with confidence, determination and a will to succeed.

The T. J Martell Foundation, founded in 1975 by Columbia/Sony music industry executive Tony Martell in memory of his son – a victim of leukemia – has raised more than $230 million over 33-years to combat the world’s three most deadliest diseases – leukemia, cancer, and AIDS.

Michael Jackson's This Is It Film To Be Released

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:00:00 +0000

It has been reported that a film is to be released of the final footage from Michael Jackson’s rehearsals for his This Is It concerts, with some of the proceeds to go to charity.

Sony Pictures is in final negotiations to acquire the film – at a price of $60 million – with 90% of the profits to go to the Jackson Estate, which will include a charity to be set up in the King of Pop’s name.

Jackson was a huge supporter of charities in his lifetime, and his family hopes to keep his memory alive with the new charity. The singer often visited underprivileged children and children affected by disasters and in hospitals, and worked with organizations such as the Jane Goodall Institute, the TJ Martell Foundation, the United Negro College Fund, the Michael Jackson Burn Center for Children, the Prince’s Trust, the Great Ormond Street Hospital, Childhelp USA, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs of America, Children’s Defense Fund, Elizabeth Taylor’s AIDS Foundation and many more.

Playboy Mansion To Host Charity Party

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Hugh Hefner will present the Summer Fling Party at the Playboy Mansion on Saturday, July 18, 2009.

The Summer Fling Party at the Playboy Mansion, hosted by Playboy Radio’s Jessica Hall and Brandie Moses, is a weekend escape unparalleled in its decadence and grandeur.

Partygoers from around the globe will converge on the Playboy Mansion to experience it as only an elite few ever have – with an all-day-into-the-evening Pool Party with beautiful Playmates, models, some of the best-known Hollywood entertainment industry personalities, and unlimited food and open bar. All-in-all, 8 hours of breath-taking and star-studded revelry unparalleled in its grandeur at the Mansion. And just when the daytime fun starts to simmer down, the sexiest after-party in LA begins at 10 p.m. at a to-be-announced premier venue.

Michael Jackson's Charity Legacy

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Michael Jackson, who passed away last week, featured significantly on the pages of Look To The Stars. He was a passionate supporter of charity, and was honored by many different organizations for the work that he did and the compassion that he showed.

As well as writing We Are The World with Lionel Richie and helping to organize the United We Stand: What More Can I Give benefit concert in the wake of September 11, Jackson also donated the proceeds from a song to victims of Hurricane Katrina, often donated items to charity auctions, and was to donate some of the proceeds from his upcoming shows in London to charity. He set up a burns unit for children and also established the Heal The World Foundation, whose work has included airlifting 6 tons of supplies to Sarajevo, instituting drug and alcohol abuse education and donating millions of dollars to less fortunate children.

But this is only the tip of the iceberg. A comprehensive timeline of the late singer’s charitable work has been published by Jackson Action. The list includes his work with underprivileged children and children affected by disasters, visits to hospitals, and work with organizations such as the Jane Goodall Institute, the TJ Martell Foundation, the United Negro College Fund, the Michael Jackson Burn Center for Children, the Prince’s Trust, the Great Ormond Street Hospital, Childhelp USA, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs of America, Children’s Defense Fund, Elizabeth Taylor’s AIDS Foundation and many more. It also details Jackson’s efforts to airlift 60,000 doses of children’s vaccines to Tblisi, Georgia, and his donations to hundreds of charities. To view the timeline, click here.

Bid On Celeb-Signed Guitars For Charity

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 11:30:00 +0000

Today is your last day to bid on autographed Fender Stratocaster guitars from Universal Music Group artists 3 Doors Down, Bon Jovi, Maroon 5 and Nickelback to benefit the TJ Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research.

The T. J Martell Foundation, founded in 1975 by Columbia/Sony music industry executive Tony Martell in memory of his son – a victim of leukemia – has since raised more than $230 million over 33-years to combat the world’s three most deadliest diseases – leukemia, cancer, and AIDS.

Also up for auction are CDs signed by Rihanna, Kings Of Leon, Kelly Clarkson, Leona Lewis, Sarah McLachlan, Avril Lavigne and many more.

Madonna Donates Over $3 Million In 2008

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:00:00 +0000

Fox News has revealed Madonna’s charity spending for 2008 – claiming the singer donated over $3 million to charitable organizations.

According to tax filings, the singer gave $250,000 to Mobilization Against AIDS and $15,000 to the TJ Martell Foundation for Leukemia and Cancer Research. Other donations included $23,000 to a group that sets up playgrounds in Russia, as well as to churches and religious groups in California.

But the biggest beneficiary of the singer’s donations was the Kabbalah Center, the religious organization she is part of, which received $2,626,529. Another $4,025 went to Spirituality for Kids from royalties from her children’s books.

Punk Bands Unite For Charity Auction

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:50:52 +0000

Punk rockers – your attention please. Ready for a bit of anarchy in the name of a good cause? Why not check out the hot new ticket auction on eBay for the chance to attend the premier punk rock event of the year – the Vans Warped Tour. Not only could you get the chance to have the best seats at the venue – you could also join your favorite band ONSTAGE!

The 14th annual Vans Warped Tour will make stops in 46 US and Canadian cities, beginning on June 20 in Pomona, California, and concluding August 17 in Los Angeles, California. Each festival date features over 40 cutting-edge musical artists performing on five stages, as well as other attractions including top athletes in the action sports world, skateboard ramps and demonstrations, informational tents, autograph signings, giveaways, and lifestyle events. The 2008 Tour will feature leading punk and hard rock bands, including Against Me!, Angels & Airwaves, Cobra Starship, Gym Class Heroes, Paramore, Pennywise, Relient K, The Academy Is, and others.

The TJ Martell Foundation has joined the 2008 Vans Warped Tour to bring you the Fifth Annual Charity Ticket Auction for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research. Beginning Monday, April 21, and running for three consecutive weeks, fans can bid on eBay for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to receive two tickets to “America’s most successful festival”. All proceeds from the Vans Warped Tour ticket auctions will benefit the life saving research conducted at The Mayo Clinic, Memorial Sloan-Kettering, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and others. The T. J Martell Foundation, founded in 1975 by Columbia/Sony music industry executive Tony Martell in memory of his son – a victim of leukemia – has since raised more than $230 million over 33-years to combat the world’s three most deadliest diseases – leukemia, cancer, and AIDS. The T. J. Martell Foundation’s Vans Warped Tour Ticket Auctions has generated over $40,000 in funding over the last 4 years.

Country Stars Put Their Cards On The Table For Charity

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 09:27:34 +0000

Robin Leach, host of “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous”, played Master of Ceremonies for the TJ Martell Foundation’s annual No-Limit Texas Hold ’Em Tournament, in which dozens of country music and rodeo stars came together last month during the National Finals Rodeo week.

After a silent auction kicked off the event, country music artists Charley Pride, Luke Bryan, Buddy Jewell, Brice Long, and Tracy Byrd joined rodeo stars Britt Bockius and Justin McBride at the tables. The event raised thousands of dollars for the Foundation.

“I don’t play poker that much,” said Pride, who came third overall. “I know very little about Texas Hold ’Em, but it is for such a good cause.”

Motley Crüe's Vince Neil Offers Tickets to Charity Poker Tournament

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 13:18:20 +0000

Motley Crüe’s lead vocalist, Vince Neil is hosting the Third Annual OFF THE STRIP $50,000 Charity Poker Tournament from November 2-4, 2007, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, and a limited number of player seats are being offered to national Rock radio stations for the sold-out Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament.

The radio stations and their advertisers will have the opportunity to sponsor one winner and a guest to participate in a weekend with Vince Neil and his friends at the most thrilling ‘Girls, Girls, Girls’-crammed charity poker tournament in the United States.

Proceeds raised will benefit Vince’s Skylar Neil Memorial Foundation and the TJ Martell Foundation for Cancer, Leukemia and AIDS Research.