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Holly Robinson Peete Presents 2015 DesignCare Gala Aug 11, 2015

The 17th annual fundraising event produced by actress Holly Robinson-Peete and her husband Rodney Peete through their nonprofit organization, The HollyRod Foundation (HRF) benefited those with Parkinson’s disease and autism. More →

Real Housewives' Lisa Vanderpump To Host Fundraiser For American Humane Association Aug 11, 2015

On Thursday, August 13th, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star and animal advocate Lisa Vanderpump will be hosting an exclusive fundraising luncheon at her newest restaurant, PUMP. More →

Dr. Dre To Donate Royalties Of New Album To Build Compton Performing Arts Center Aug 11, 2015

Hours before releasing his critically acclaimed third studio album Compton (Aftermath/Interscope Records), a sixteen track effort that’s musically “ornate and grand-scaled”, as noted by the New York Times, and which is inspired by the sounds and sights of his iconic hometown, Dr. Dre announced plans to fund a new performing arts center in his old neighborhood. More →

Jason Derulo Saves The Music In The Hamptons Aug 11, 2015

Jason Derulo performed at the VH1 Save The Music Foundation's Hamptons Live event over the week. More →

Jennifer Lawrence Visits Children's Hospital In Canada Aug 10, 2015

Jennifer Lawrence visited patients at the Shriners Hospital for Children in Montreal last week. More →

Bill Clinton: The Voting Rights Umbrella Aug 10, 2015

Bill Clinton has written an essay to mark the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. More →

Jane Goodall Reflects On 70th Anniversary Of Hiroshima And Nagasaki Bombings Aug 10, 2015

Last week marked the 70th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. Conservationist and UN Messenger of Peace Jane Goodall reflected on the event that effectively ended World War II, and the lasting effects it has had on society today. More →

Richard Branson Blogs About Cecil The Lion Aug 10, 2015

Sir Richard Branson has blogged his views on the slaying of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe last week. More →

Your Chance To Meet Joan Jett And Help Charity Aug 10, 2015

Here’s your chance to bid on two tickets to an upcoming mutually agreed upon Joan Jett & The Blackhearts concert and have the opportunity to meet Joan Jett in person after the show. More →

Project Angel Food Celebrates 25 Years And Nine Million Meals Served Aug 10, 2015

Project Angel Food celebrates its 25th Angel Awards Gala on Sat., August 22 at 6 p.m. at Taglyan Complex. More →

Wayne Brady To Be Honored At SAMHSA Voice Awards Aug 10, 2015

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will recognize Emmy Award-winning actor Wayne Brady with a SAMHSA Special Recognition Award at the 2015 Voice Awards. More →

Zoe Saldana Named Theatrical Fundraising Spokesperson For Brave Beginnings Aug 7, 2015

Zoe Saldana has been named the 2015 Theatrical Fundraising Spokesperson for Brave Beginnings, a newly renamed program of the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation (WRMPPF). More →

Your Chance To PledgeMusic With Michael Bolton Aug 7, 2015

Grammy Award winning Singer/songwriter Michael Bolton has joined forces with PledgeMusic, the frontrunner in the direct to fan experience, to offer fans up close and personal access like never before. More →

Shaquille O'Neal And Whitney Port Support UNIFORM To Get Kids Back To School In Liberia Aug 7, 2015

While most children are gearing up to go back to school, the majority of children in Liberia cannot, simply because they can’t afford a school uniform. Thankfully NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and fashion designer Whitney Port have teamed up with UNIFORM to help send thousands of children back to school! More →

Elton John AIDS Foundation Gets $200,000 Grant From Ford Foundation Aug 7, 2015

The Ford Foundation has awarded the Elton John AIDS Foundation a $200,000 grant to support their efforts combating stigma, preventing infections, providing treatment and services, and motivating governments to end AIDS. More →

One Direction's Louis Tomlinson Wants You To Believe In Magic Aug 7, 2015

One Direction star Louis Tomlinson is giving away a trip to London to meet the boys. More →

Eddie Redmayne Named As Into Film Ambassador Aug 7, 2015

Oscar-winning actor Eddie Redmayne is the latest film star to become an Into Film ambassador. More →

Gwyneth Paltrow Addresses Congress On GMO Labeling On Foods Aug 6, 2015

Gwyneth Paltrow joined her mother, Blythe Danner, at Capitol Hill this week to campaign against a bill allowing states to pass individual laws regarding GMO labeling on foods. More →

Johnny Depp And Gene Simmons To Rock Music On A Mission Celebrity Jam Aug 6, 2015

Witness a herculean lineup of Rock’s heavy hitters as Lucky Strike Live opens its doors for an All-Star Celebrity Jam benefiting Mending Kids – offering life-changing surgical care to children across the globe. More →

Wayne Rooney Named NSPCC Ambassador For Childhood Aug 6, 2015

The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children has announced that England and Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has been named the NSPCC’s first ever Ambassador for Childhood. More →

Michael Sheen Visits Recycle And Re-Use Charity In Wales Aug 6, 2015

Welsh recycle and re-use charity toogoodtowaste are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year, and they had a special visitor visit their Ynyshir branch last week. More →

Expert Cyberhacker Is Celebrity Judge At BritWeek's Code For Kids Hack-a-thon Aug 6, 2015

Walter O’Brien, the inspiration behind the CBS hit show Scorpion, was the celebrity judge for BritWeek: Code for Kids Hack-a-thon in Los Angeles, California. More →

Jane Goodall Speaks Out Against Mauritius Monkey Trade Aug 6, 2015

Internationally renowned primatologist, Dr Jane Goodall, DBE Founder – the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, has joined animal protection organization Cruelty Free International to speak out against the Mauritius monkey trade. More →

Here's Your Chance To Meet R5 Aug 6, 2015

Pop rock band R5 has teamed up with Prizeo to raise awareness and funds for the GRAMMY Foundation. More →

Greg Allman And Eric Church To Take Part In Special Grammy Foundation Event Aug 5, 2015

In a special program presented by the Skirball Cultural Center and the GRAMMY Foundation, GRAMMY winner Gregg Allman, renowned founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, will discuss the impact of legendary concert promoter Bill Graham on his career with GRAMMY-nominated country star Eric Church. More →

Hang Out With The Vamps As They Film Their New Music Video Aug 5, 2015

This summer global superstars The Vamps are offering the chance for one lucky fan to make their dreams come true, with an invitation to meet the band and share their spotlight as part of a prize draw to support Stand Up To Cancer. More →

Rod Stewart And Ronnie Wood Reunite The Faces For Prostate Cancer UK Gig Aug 5, 2015

The Faces – the legendary rock group featuring Rod Stewart, Kenney Jones and Ronnie Wood – are set to make their triumphant comeback in aid of Prostate Cancer UK. More →

Stand Up To Cancer With Patrick Dempsey And Fifth Third Bank Aug 5, 2015

Actor and cancer advocate Patrick Dempsey is lending his image to Fifth Third’s new Stand Up To Cancer #howifight campaign, which honors the many ways people fight cancer. More →

Maksim Chmerkovskiy Dances For One Week One Cause Aug 5, 2015

Don’t miss the chance to see your favorite dance stars up close and personal in SWAY: A Dance Trilogy! More →

Archbishop Desmond Tutu Launches Petition Against Climate Change Aug 5, 2015

Archbishop Desmond Tutu has launched a petition calling for British prime minister David Cameron and Secretary-General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon to respond urgently to climate change by setting a renewable energy target of 100% by 2050. More →