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Cyndi Lauper Honored At Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative Symposium Dec 11, 2015

This week, legendary sports icon and human rights advocate, Billie Jean King gathered leaders across sectors to elevate the conversation on inclusive leadership at the second annual Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative (BJKLI) Symposium. More →

Mandy Patinkin Visits Refugees In Greece Dec 11, 2015

Actor and activist Mandy Patinkin recently witnessed first-hand the refugee crisis engulfing Europe. More →

Celebrities Take Part In We Can End Gun Violence Video Dec 10, 2015

Everytown for Gun Safety today released a new video – “We Can End Gun Violence” – featuring a broad range of Americans including survivors of gun violence, moms, President Obama and cultural icons including Julianne Moore, Michael J. Fox, Amy Schumer, Spike Lee, Jennifer Aniston and Sofia Vergara, among others. More →

Drew Barrymore And Chris Hemsworth Take Part In ICAP Charity Day Dec 10, 2015

ICAP plc, a leading markets operator and provider of post trade risk mitigation and information services, held its 23rd annual global Charity Day on Wednesday, December 9, 2015. More →

Motion Picture & Television Fund Announces New Kirk Douglas Care Pavilion Dec 10, 2015

In celebration of legendary actor Kirk Douglas' 99th birthday, MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) announced plans to build a $35 million state-of-the-art care facility, to be named the Kirk Douglas Care Pavilion (KDCP), on its Woodland Hills campus. More →

Kim Basinger and Last Chance for Animals Launch Initiative to Stop Dog Slaughter in China Dec 10, 2015

Undercover footage released by national nonprofit Last Chance for Animals (LCA) has exposed horrific cruelty at large commercial slaughterhouses in Northern China. More →

Take A Charitable Cue From Your Favorite Celebrities Dec 10, 2015

The holiday season is all too often a whirlwind of gift buying and parties, but it is also the time of year when you think about making a positive impact in your community through volunteering or donating money. More →

Stars Support Toyota's #Selflessie Campaign Dec 10, 2015

Toyota has launched a new initiative, #Selflessie, which encourages Instagram users to ditch their typical selfie snapshots in favor of posting a “selfless selfie.” More →

Stars Sign On To Save National Wildlife Crime Unit Dec 9, 2015

An open letter signed by wildlife experts has been sent to DEFRA and the Home Office urging Ministers to renew funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit. More →

Alec Baldwin Calls Out Tyson Foods For Animal Cruelty Dec 9, 2015

In a new video, Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actor Alec Baldwin denounces Tyson Foods for fostering a culture of sadistic animal cruelty and neglect at its poultry facilities. More →

Stars To Attend Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Winter Wonderland Ball Dec 9, 2015

On Saturday, December 12, 2015, dancer, television personality and Season 14 winner of “Dancing with the Stars” Peta Murgatroyd and teen star, recording artist, Radio Disney host and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Teen Ambassador, Alli Simpson, will host pediatric patients at the Winter Wonderland Ball presented by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. More →

Barry Manilow Performing 5 Concerts For 30 Charities Dec 9, 2015

Barry Manilow is currently performing five very special concerts at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, benefiting 30 very special charities. More →

Joanna Krupa Says No To Fur Farming In Poland Dec 9, 2015

Joanna Krupa has teamed with PETA to write to Polish prime minister Beata Szydło, urging her to ban fur farming in Poland. More →

ICAP To Hold Annual Charity Day Today Dec 9, 2015

ICAP plc, a leading markets operator and provider of post trade risk mitigation and information services, announces that the 23rd annual global Charity Day will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2015. More →

Katy Perry Calls For Action To Change The Forecast For Children Dec 8, 2015

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Katy Perry reads a unique weather report to draw attention to the devastating effects of climate change on the world’s children. More →

J.J. Abrams Attends Star-Studded Beat The Odds Awards Dec 8, 2015

The Children's Defense Fund–California hosted its 25th Annual Beat the Odds Awards ceremony on December 3, 2015, at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. More →

Whoopi Goldberg Co-Hosts Prostate Cancer Foundation Dinner Dec 8, 2015

Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), a nonprofit organization which remains steadfast in its commitment to identify and fund groundbreaking cancer research programs to save the lives of millions, hosted its annual New York Dinner at the The Pierre Hotel on Wednesday, December 2, 2015. More →

Uma Thurman Attends 13th Annual Tibet House US Auction Dec 8, 2015

Last week, Tibet House US Founder Dr. Robert A.F. Thurman, Uma Thurman and Arden Wohl were just a few of the many attendees as the Tibet House US held their 13th Annual Benefit Auction at the renowned auction house Christie’s, at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City. More →

Ireland Baldwin Says Adopt, Don't Shop Dec 8, 2015

Model Ireland Baldwin has teamed up with The Humane Society of the United States to urge her fans to adopt a shelter pet this holiday season. More →

MC Lyte's Hip Hop Sisters Foundation Set To Host First W.E.A.L.T.H. Experience Dec 8, 2015

Hip Hop Sisters Foundation Founder MC Lyte, President/CEO Lynn Richardson, and Executive Director Latoyia Dennis announce the W.E.A.L.T.H. Experience, presented by Prudential, to be held January 2-5, 2016 in Miami at the upscale beachfront 1 Hotel. More →

Mayors And Celebrities Join UN Launch Of Climate Report In Paris Dec 7, 2015

Proven innovative policies and mechanisms are unlocking investment for much-needed climate-smart infrastructure in cities, according to a new report launched last week at Paris City Hall by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and international partners. More →

Sir Alex Ferguson Praises David Beckham's Charity Work Dec 7, 2015

UNICEF UK Ambassador and former Manchester United Manager Sir Alex Ferguson has today revealed his pride in his fellow UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and former player, David Beckham's dedicated work in support of UNICEF and children in danger across the globe. More →

Scarlett Johansson Sings (SHOPATHON)RED Jingle Dec 7, 2015

Bono's (SHOPATHON)RED, which launched December 1, World AIDS Day, has a fun new jingle attached to it performed by Scarlett Johansson as Barry Manilow's muse. More →

Rita Wilson And Tom Hanks To Be Honored At Annual Simply Shakespeare Reading Dec 7, 2015

The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA) presents its 25th Annual Simply Shakespeare benefit reading of “Twelfth Night” directed by Ben Donenberg, Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at The Broad Stage in Santa Monica. More →

George W. Bush Announced As Honorary Chair For Invictus Games Dec 7, 2015

The George W. Bush Institute has announced a major initiative to address the invisible wounds of war, specifically Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress (PTS), to ensure veterans and caregivers seek and receive comprehensive care and reduce the stigma associated with these wounds. More →

Bob The Builder To Join Mario Lopez And Habitat For Humanity In LA Dec 7, 2015

Bob the Builder, the loveable star of the recently launched and eponymously named series on PBS Kids, is on his way to Los Angeles from Spring City to team up with Habitat For Humanity of Greater Los Angeles, Mario Lopez (Extra-TV) and a crew of very excited volunteers from Mattel, Inc. to help with the construction and beautification of three new Inglewood homes in partnership with low-income Los Angeles families. More →

Orlando Bloom Honored At Star-Studded UNICEF Snowflake Ball Dec 4, 2015

On December 1, the U.S. Fund for UNICEF hosted its 11th annual UNICEF Snowflake Ball at Cipriani Wall Street, celebrating UNICEF’s lifesaving work for children around the world. More →

Ed Sheeran And Benedict Cumberbatch Donate Clothes To Star-Studded Charity Auction Dec 4, 2015

A host of famous faces including Ed Sheeran, Dame Helen Mirren, Hugh Laurie, Sir Chris Hoy, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jeremy Irons and Fern Britton have joined forces with Turn2us to help fight fuel poverty in the UK by donating items for the charity’s biggest ever celebrity clothes auction. More →

Brian McFadden Says No To Fur Farms In Ireland Dec 4, 2015

Singer and TV star Brian McFadden shows off his softer side in a new PETA campaign in which he’s cuddled up to his lovable pup Winston. More →

Harlem Globetrotters Show Off Their GOATees On Giving Tuesday Dec 4, 2015

The Harlem Globetrotters did much more than just talk about #GivingTuesday this week – several players donated their faces to charity by taking part in the Christian humanitarian agency World Vision's “#GOATee for a Good Cause” campaign. More →