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Jude Law's Peace Tour Sep 5, 2008

Jude Law returned to Afghanistan earlier this week for a two-day mission in support of Peace One Day and UNICEF. More →

Matt Damon Returns For ONE X ONE Aug 25, 2008

For the third year in a row, Matt Damon will host ONEXONE's annual charity benefit gala, where celebrities and activists will gather for an evening of musical performances, words from key speakers, fundraising and entertainment. More →

Grammy Auction Has Something For Everybody Jul 23, 2008

Another incredible Grammy auction benefiting MusiCares is currently running on eBay, giving bidders the opportunity to pick up some very special memorabilia for a good cause. More →

Bid For Yoga With Russell Simmons Jun 30, 2008

One lucky bidder will have the chance to stretch their limbs with Russell Simmons at a private yoga lesson in a new charity auction the hip hop mogul has launched on eBay. More →

Attention Country Music Fans: The Grammy Charities Auction Is For You Jun 13, 2008

Fans of country music might want to head over to eBay to see their current “Grammy Charities Auction”. More →

Robin Hood Gets Merry For Charity! Jun 3, 2008

The stars came out for the Robin Hood Foundation's annual fundraising gala last week, in an evening that shone, sparkled, and made the charity millions of dollars. More →

Legend, Doolittle Honor Sachs and Soros May 19, 2008

The Millennium Promise and Malaria No More Annual Benefit took place last week at The Tent at Lincoln Center, raising over $2 million for the fight against extreme poverty and disease. The event honored the charities’ founders, Raymond G. Chambers, Peter Chernin, Professor Jeffrey Sachs and George Soros. More →

John Legend Buys Himself At Charity Auction Apr 10, 2008

The Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation held its first Miami Gala on Saturday night, with a huge celebrity turnout to celebrate the occasion. 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 →

Look To The Stars Asks The Neelys Mar 19, 2008

Besides serving up delicious ribs, Get Yo’ Man Chicken, and strawberry shortcut cake, the Food Network’s latest stars Pat and Gina Neely have a long-standing tradition of serving the community. More →

John Legend Hosts Online Auction For The Show Me Campaign Mar 9, 2008

Five-time Grammy winner John Legend and Golden State Warrior Stephen Jackson have banded together for an auction to benefit the Show Me Campaign. More →

American Idol Announces Second Annual Charity Show Mar 4, 2008

American Idol fans and readers of Look To The Stars should mark April 9 in their diaries, as that is the date set for the second annual “Idol Gives Back” charity show. More →

Shakira Sheds Threads For Charity Feb 11, 2008

Although the Northern Hemisphere is still gripped with winter chills, it has not stopped some celebrities from shedding their clothes… for a good cause, of course. More →

Celebrities Put Their Votes Where Their Hearts Are Feb 7, 2008

Celebrity endorsement and music have been essential features of political campaigns for the last 70 years. One of the earliest examples dates back to 1932, when Franklin D. Roosevelt used “Happy Days Are Here Again” as the theme song to his first presidential campaign. It eventually became the unofficial anthem for the Democrats, was used for years afterwards, and set a new standard in the way elections were campaigned. More →

A Legendary Evening In The Fight Against Poverty Jan 31, 2008

It was a large and enthusiastic crowd that filled the Roone Arledge Auditorium at Columbia University on Monday night, and anticipation crackled through the air like electricity. Over 1,300 students and members of the public packed the building, looking for a good time, an entertaining time, and an informative time. More →

Musicians Start The Year With Generosity Jan 10, 2008

2008 has only just begun, but already celebrities are straining at the leash to spread generosity among those who need it. And a host of musicians have kicked off the year with donations and events to raise money and awareness for a number of good causes. More →

John Legend Returns Home For Charity Jan 1, 2008

Grammy Award winning R&B artist John Legend returned to his hometown of Springfield, Ohio, to headline a small Christmas Eve benefit concert along with local artists of his high school alma mater. The talent showcase included R&B, gospel, and rock performers, in addition to Springfield high school choirs. More →

A Wonderful Night For Charity Dec 18, 2007

It was a night to warm you both inside and out, with good music to dance to, and a cause to make the warm fuzziness spread from the dance floor to the soul. And all due to the return to the stage of one of music’s best known entertainers. More →

Stars Keep On Giving Dec 17, 2007

The giving just keeps on going this holiday season, with a whole bunch of celebrities donating items to charity auctions, and others taking the time to attend events and fork out massive amounts of money for good causes. More →

Bid Now For Christmas Gifts Nov 29, 2007

The countdown to Christmas has begun, and celebrities are doing their best to make holiday shopping easy this year. Several charity auctions have already kicked off to raise money for good causes, including one that may be eBay’s largest sale of celebrity items… ever! More →

John Legend says ‘Show Me’ Oct 26, 2007

R&B singer John Legend's song “Show Me,” presented some heavy questions to God about life, death and suffering. Then, after reading Jeffrey Sachs' book The End of Poverty, Legend extended those questions to his fellow man, and to himself. More →

Steve Nash Celebrity Roast a Success Oct 22, 2007

On October 12, 2007, at Scottsdale’s Hotel Valley Ho, Steve Nash hosted his inaugural Celebrity Roast to benefit the Steve Nash Foundation. More than 200 guests shelled out $1,500 each to attend a poolside dinner, celebrity shoot-out, a silent & live auction, and special concert by Grammy winner John Legend. More →

The Inaugural Steve Nash Celebrity Roast to Benefit The Steve Nash Foundation Sep 26, 2007

Steve Nash, leader of the Phoenix Suns and two-time NBA MVP, leads by example both on and off the court, and now, spectators can enjoy a memorable night with the NBA star while supporting his foundation. More →

Jazz Stars Help Out In New Orleans May 26, 2007

Last month’s Jazz Festival in New Orleans saw artists such as Harry Connick Jr. and Joss Stone taking time out to participate in community projects reviving the city after the damage it sustained in the 2005 Katrina hurricane. More →