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Evander Holyfield Joins Fight Against Prostate Cancer Jun 18, 2015

The Prostate Cancer Foundation is throwing a one-two punch to knock out prostate cancer for good with the recent production of a public service announcement featuring boxing legend and five-time heavyweight champion of the world Evander Holyfield. More →

Forest Whitaker Narrates PSA Encouraging Men To Prevent Violence Jun 18, 2015

The Ad Council and national nonprofit Futures Without Violence launched a national public service campaign called #TeachEarly highlighting the pivotal role that men play in preventing domestic and sexual violence. More →

Black Celebrities Come Out To Honor 2015 Heroes In The Struggle Jun 18, 2015

Danny Glover (Color Purple, Lethal Weapon), Brian J. White (Scandal), Shaun Robinson (Access Hollywood), Naomi Campbell (Empire) and other Black celebrities from film, stage, television and music will come together on Thursday, June 18th for the 2015 Heroes in the Struggle Gala reception and awards presentation at the Directors Guild of America. More →

Lang Lang Wants Every Child To Get The Best Start In Life Jun 17, 2015

United Nations Messenger of Peace and world renowned pianist, Lang Lang, added his voice to ensure every child has the best start in life and make early childhood development a global priority, as he joined UNICEF’s early childhood development campaign. More →

Harvey Weinstein Honored With Survivor Mitzvah Project's Truth To Power Award Jun 17, 2015

Producer Harvey Weinstein was honored this week by The Survivor Mitzvah Project (SMP) as the recipient of the 2015 TRUTH TO POWER AWARD honoring exceptional individuals who challenge prejudice, intolerance and injustice through the power of ideas. More →

Dennis Quaid To Attend Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament Jun 17, 2015

On June 20, 2015 celebrities, community members & LAPD will join together again to help raise funds for the Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation at Brookside Golf Club in Pasadena. More →

William Shatner To Ride For American Legion Jun 17, 2015

The American Legion and one of the nation’s best-loved television and film stars are teaming up for an epic cross-country motorcycle trek that will include stops at Legion posts from St. Louis to Hollywood. More →

Duchess Of Cornwall Visits Special Farm In London Jun 17, 2015

The Duchess of Cornwall visited a London farm this week where she met volunteers, staff and students from nearby schools. More →

Usher And Tyrese Gibson To Perform At Ford Neighborhood Awards Jun 17, 2015

Award-winning entertainers Usher, Tyrese Gibson and Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds will heat up the stage in Atlanta, bringing their smooth vocals and superstar performances to the 13th Annual Ford Neighborhood Awards at the Philips Arena on Saturday August 8th. More →

Prince Harry And Michelle Obama Discuss Charity Jun 16, 2015

Prince Harry was very pleased to host The First Lady of the United States Mrs Michelle Obama for tea at Kensington Palace this morning. More →

Bono Joins Stars In Contributing To Sons+Fathers Book Jun 16, 2015

Just in time for Father’s Day, the Park Hyatt brand is celebrating family stories everywhere, as well as its own Pritzker family legacy, in Sons+Fathers, an anthology with contributions from some of the world’s most famous men including U2's Bono. More →

Anna Sui-Designed Celebri-Tee Benefits Charity Jun 16, 2015

Serendipity 3, the iconic NYC restaurant known for their legendary Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, turned 60 and to help celebrate, world-renowned designer, Anna Sui, created an art nouveau-inspired tee shirt design, appropriately called the Celebri-Tee, because of the celebrity signatures that adorn the shirt. More →

Andy Murray Joins One Direction's Liam Payne For Tennis Jun 16, 2015

As the world’s tennis stars descend on The Queen’s Club this week, British tennis number one and UNICEF UK supporter Andy Murray can be seen serving up some tough love to One Direction's Liam Payne, comedian Jack Whitehall and broadcaster Clare Balding in a short comedy sketch for Unicef, the world’s leading children’s organisation. More →

Jane Fonda And Rachel McAdams Protest With Greenpeace Canada Jun 16, 2015

Jane Fonda and Rachel McAdams were in Vancouver over the weekend to take part in Greenpeace Canada’s Toast the Coast event at Jericho Beach on Saturday, June 13th. More →

Olivia Munn And Jane Goodall Speak Out Against Bobcat Hunting Jun 16, 2015

Olivia Munn and Jane Goodall have joined The Humane Society in urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to veto a bill that would open a bobcat hunting and trapping season in Illinois. More →

Bill Clinton To Match Every Dollar Donated To Clinton Foundation This Week Jun 16, 2015

Until midnight on June 17, Bill Clinton will match every dollar donated to the Clinton Foundation. More →

David Beckham Visits Cambodia With UNICEF Jun 15, 2015

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham has travelled to Cambodia to see how UNICEF and its partners are helping children who have endured physical, sexual and emotional abuse, and protecting vulnerable children from danger. More →

Andrea Bocelli Honored At Star-Studded Keep Memory Alive Gala Jun 15, 2015

On Saturday, June 13, some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry honored Andrea and Veronica Bocelli at the 19th annual Keep Memory Alive “Power of Love” gala at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. More →

Prince William And Lionel Richie Attend Jewish Charity Event Jun 15, 2015

The Duke of Cambridge helped a leading Jewish charity celebrate a special anniversary last week during an event at Alexandra Palace attended by leading members of the Jewish community and singer Lionel Richie. More →

Dexcom and Nick Jonas Raise Their Voices for Diabetes Awareness Jun 15, 2015

Dexcom, Inc., a leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for patients with diabetes, announced today it has partnered with multi-talented recording artist and actor, Nick Jonas, who has type 1 diabetes, to raise awareness of the benefits of CGM for people with diabetes. More →

Tony Hawk Foundation Aims To Raise $50,000 In June Jun 15, 2015

Tony Hawk and the Tony Hawk Foundation are aiming to raise $50,000 in June to help build skateparks in communities that need them most. More →

Ashley Judd To Speak At National Charter Schools Conference Jun 15, 2015

Actor, activist and humanitarian Ashley Judd will address the National Charter Schools Conference general session in New Orleans on Monday, June 22. More →

Edward Norton Helps Ill Girl Meet U2 Jun 15, 2015

Edward Norton recently helped give a sick teen the experience-of-a-lifetime with U2. More →

Chris Daughtry To Rock TJ Martell Foundation New York Golf Classic Jun 12, 2015

The TJ Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer & AIDS Research has announced the New York Golf Classic to be held Monday, July 20, 2015 at Hudson National Golf Club in Croton-on-Hudson, New York. More →

Duran Duran And Kasabian To Be Honored At Nordoff Robbins O2 Silver Clef Lunch Jun 12, 2015

Duran Duran and Kasabian will join the award winners at the Nordoff Robbins O2 Silver Clef Lunch on 3 July. More →

Elton John AIDS Foundation Marks Global Parents Day Jun 12, 2015

To mark Global Parents Day, the Elton John AIDS Foundation joined forces with a representative of the US government at a private event on Monday 1 June celebrating their combined achievements in saving the lives of millions of women and babies infected with HIV. More →

Victoria Justice Helps Select 2015 Vans Custom Culture Winner Jun 12, 2015

Vans named Carlsbad High School of Carlsbad, Calif. as the grand-prize winner of the sixth annual Vans Custom Culture design competition and awarded a $50,000 donation toward the school’s arts education program. More →

IfOnly Aligns With Barclays Center To Auction Full Year Of Tickets Jun 12, 2015

IfOnly, a marketplace for one-of-a-kind experiences that donates a portion of its proceeds to charities, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new auction to benefit The Brooklyn Hospital Center. More →

79 New Commitments To Action Made At Clinton Global Initiative America Meeting Jun 12, 2015

Earlier this week, President Bill Clinton concluded the fifth annual Clinton Global Initiative America (CGI America) meeting, which convened nearly 1,000 leaders from business, foundation, NGO, and government sectors to advance solutions that encourage economic growth, support long-term competitiveness, and increase social mobility in the United States. More →

Downton Abbey Star Visits Syrian Refugees In Lebanon Jun 11, 2015

Downton Abbey star Laura Carmichael has joined the campaign calling on world leaders to back a fund to ensure children trapped in emergencies do not miss out on education. More →