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Mary J. Blige FFAWNs Over New Charity May 16, 2008

R & B star Mary J. Blige, along with her partner Steve Stoute have announced plans to launch the Mary J. Blige and Steve Stoute Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now, Inc. (FFAWN), a new charity initiative to inspire women from all walks of life to reach their individual potential. More →

Love Our Children USA Recognizes Mother's Who Make A Difference May 9, 2008

Love Our Children USA announced today the Third Annual “Mothers Who Make A Difference List.” More →

Alicia Keys Raises a Small Fortune for Keep a Child Alive May 9, 2008

Keep A Child Alive spokesperson Alicia Keys is asking her fans to contribute to the charity’s Text Alive Campaign. This simple act allows the non-profit organization continue its work distributing life-saving medication, support and orphan care to children and families living with HIV and AIDS in Africa. More →

Iggy Pop Supports The Children's Society May 5, 2008

The Children's Society chose punk legend Iggy Pop's song “Lust for Life” as their theme for a garden entry in last year’s Chelsea Flower Show. The garden won a Silver medal at the London event, using as a main feature an arc of water which moved in rhythmic patterns to his song. More →

Johnny's Angels - When Stars Inspire Fans Apr 30, 2008

At Look To The Stars we like to bring you news about the ways your favorite stars are making the world a better place, and we strive to inspire you to follow their examples and do what you can to help those in need. We are happy to say that there are some people out there who have been inspired to do good in the name of their idols, and the hard work is now paying off. More →

Cindy Crawford Hosts Mothers Day Spa For Ronald McDonald House Apr 30, 2008

Some of Tinseltown’s brightest female stars turned out for an early Mothers Day charity fundraiser event in Los Angeles today, April 29, to salute mothers staying at Ronald McDonald House. More →

Harry Potter Features At Charity Auction Apr 29, 2008

Harry Potter fans listen up! A charity auction is giving one lucky bidder the chance to own a very special print signed by JK Rowling. More →

Buy George Clooney's Gift Bag For Darfur Apr 25, 2008

If you just can’t resist George Clooney -and let’s face it, who can – then you definitely won’t be able to resist checking out the new charity auction featuring the chance to pick up some of his unwanted bits and pieces. More →

Holly Robinson-Peete Gets Behind Parkinson's Disease Book Apr 23, 2008

A new book featuring inspirational stories from sufferers of Parkinson’s disease has got some celebrity help. More →

Melissa Gilbert Honored For Hospice Care Apr 16, 2008

It is a case of give and take for actress Melissa Gilbert this week, as she follows receiving a humanitarian award with an auction to raise money for children with serious illnesses. More →

Idol Talk From Alicia Keys Apr 11, 2008

While Idol Gives Back sang and danced its way into the hearts and pockets of America on Wednesday night, it was the words of Alicia Keys that perhaps reflected the thoughts of many people around the world. More →

Idol Gives Back On Wednesday Apr 8, 2008

It will be raining philanthropic celebrities on Wednesday night when American Idol Gives Back airs on the Fox Network. The “star clouds” are set to burst with a gala of music, fun, appearances, and surprises – all in the name of charity. More →

The Proclaimers - On Their Way To Charity Apr 7, 2008

There are a lot of things that Scottish singing duo The Proclaimers would walk 500 miles to do, but taking drugs is not one of them. And the boys highlighted the point at a charity launch on Friday, when they hit out at junkie rockers for influencing children. More →

Tomiko Fraser Offers Empowerment to Women Apr 1, 2008

Supermodel Tomiko Fraser will launch an exciting new series of events this Saturday, April 5, when she facilitates the first session in what is set to become on-going national empowerment conferences for women. More →

Charlize Theron Bringing Classrooms to Students Mar 24, 2008

Screen star Charlize Theron is bringing life saving information to rural kids in KwaZulu-Natal, a province that holds the unfortunate record of the highest HIV infection rate in South Africa. More →

Artists Create Celebrity Easter Eggs Mar 21, 2008

What do two graffiti-style artists, a tattooist, a fashion designer and a patissier all have in common? They have all joined with British chocolatiers Thornton’s to create special Easter Eggs for an auction benefitting Barnardo's. More →

Sam Moore To Join Country Singers For Charity Gig Mar 14, 2008

Country artists Wynonna, Travis Tritt, Jo Dee Messina, and others will join soul/blues legend Sam Moore on-stage for the “Sam Moore and Friends” benefit concert this March 19 at the historic Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium (formerly the Grand Ole Opry) to benefit the Lili Claire Foundation. More →

Stars Take A Gamble At Charity Poker Tournament Mar 6, 2008

Look To The Stars reporter Delinda Lombardo recently attended the star-studded World Poker Tour Invitational in Los Angeles and caught up with some of the celebrities involved. More →

Look To The Stars Asks Oscar Torre Mar 5, 2008

Oscar Torre's face is one you will probably recognize. His role in the recent CBS drama Cane is just one in an impressive list that encompasses theater, television, and independent film, including CSI:Miami, Ladron Que Roba A Ladron, Hunting of Man, and film festival favorite Rent-A-Person. More →

Eva Longoria Accepts Donation For Children's Cancer Charity Mar 3, 2008

Eva Longoria was on hand at a benefit in Burbank on Saturday, March 1, to accept a donation to one of her favorite charities. More →

Gates Talks Innovation, Philanthropy and Post-Retirement Plans Feb 27, 2008

Microsoft frontman Bill Gates spoke to students at Stanford earlier this month, praising young people for their innovation, and raising awareness for philanthropic work. More →

Black Eyed Peas Rock The Peapod Party Feb 11, 2008

The Black Eyed Peas held their fourth annual charity concert at the Avalon in Hollywood last week, with a plethora of celebrity friends turning up to raise money for charity. More →

Alica Keys' Mission To Find A Superwoman Feb 1, 2008

Alicia Keys continues her efforts to raise awareness for Keep A Child Alive with the launch of the “As I Am” Contest. Based on the song Superwoman from Keys’ As I Am album, the contest seeks modern day women leading extraordinary lives. More →

Eric Clapton - Standing At The Crossroads Of Addiction Jan 18, 2008

Although regarded by many as one of the best rock and blues guitarists to ever live, Eric Clapton is a man who has suffered for his art. But the succession of addictions and the tragic personal dramas have not stopped the legend from becoming one of the most successful performers in the world today, and have fueled his desire to help those who face the same problems in their daily struggle to survive. More →

Celebrities On Show For AIDS Relief Jan 17, 2008

“A Dollar Saves A Life” is the catchphrase of a new advertising campaign featuring Alicia Keys, Jessica Alba, and Somalia-born model Iman, launched to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS in Africa and India. More →

Stars Compete For Charity On Celebrity Apprentice Jan 17, 2008

16 million people tuned into the first episode of Donald Trump's Celebrity Apprentice on January 3, a show in which celebrities work to win money for the charity of their choice. Critics may argue it is a publicity stunt to boost ratings, but when $250,000 is at stake to go to a good cause, all is fair in ratings and charity. More →

2008 Golden Globes Roundup Jan 14, 2008

There may have been no red carpet, acceptance speeches, or flash of cameras for the winners of the 2008 Golden Globe Awards, but Look To The Stars takes this golden opportunity to recognize some of those who were honored and nominated. More →

Bono's Fishy T-Shirt Benefits African Farmers Jan 7, 2008

Bono has designed a new T-shirt for charity, joining a host of other celebrities in an on-going and major charity campaign. More →

Alicia Keys - As I Am Dec 28, 2007

Pop star and philanthropist Alicia Keys has written a personal message for fans – “Don’t Forget Africa”. More →

JK Rowling Spellbound By Charity Book Sale Dec 18, 2007

Originally expected to bring in around $100,000, JK Rowling's book “The Tales of Beedle the Bard” instead raised nearly $4 million… in just ten minutes of bidding. It is a price unheard of for a children’s book at auction and forty times what was anticipated. More →