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Michael Bloomberg Honored At Oceana Gala Apr 9, 2014

Oceana, the largest international organization dedicated solely to protecting the world’s oceans, honored Michael R. Bloomberg at its annual New York City Gala last night. More →

UK Prime Minister Promises To Ban Wild Animal Circuses Apr 9, 2014

British Prime Minister David Cameron has today made a commitment to an Animal Defenders International (ADI) deputation to Downing Street that he will ban wild animal circuses. More →

Lena Dunham And Dr. Neal Baer Honored By Point Foundation Apr 9, 2014

More than 400 guests joined two dozen celebrities and dignitaries at the annual Point Honors gala on April 7, which celebrated the accomplishments of Point Foundation (Point) scholarship recipients. More →

Niki Taylor Visits NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital‏ Apr 9, 2014

Supermodel Niki Taylor visited the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital yesterday to talk with parents of newborns and support this month’s “March of Babies” events, the March Of Dimes signature fundraiser, which helps fund research to find the causes of premature birth and prevent other maternal and infant health problems. More →

Bridgit Mendler Kicks Off #BabySitIn Volunteer Campaign For Kids‏ Apr 9, 2014

Actress and platinum-selling recording artist Bridgit Mendler has teamed up with Save the Children to launch #BabySitIn, a volunteer campaign for teens to help babies in the United States and around the world get a healthy start. More →

Stars Call On David Cameron To Implement Wild Animal Circus Ban‏ Apr 9, 2014

Over 70 celebrities and politicians have joined Animal Defenders International (ADI) to call on UK Prime Minister David Cameron to speed along plans to ban circuses using wild animals. More →

Tony Hawk Grants Wish For Sick Boy Apr 9, 2014

Thanks to children’s charity Kids Wish Network, Adam from Sarasota, FL, recently got some amazing skateboarding tips from his idol, Tony Hawk. More →

Win A Cooking Lesson With Jamie Oliver! Apr 9, 2014

Jamie Oliver is working with Prizeo on a fundraising campaign once again, and a special one-on-one experience is up for grabs. More →

Mayim Bialik Wants Animal Cosmetic Testing Banned In US Apr 9, 2014

California’s Senate this week approved a measure by State Senator Marty Block (SD-39) that urges the U.S to join California, the European Union (EU), and the countries of Norway, India, and Israel in banning animal testing of cosmetic products. More →

Jon Stewart And Sarah Palin Agree On Something Important Apr 8, 2014

In honor of National Volunteer Week (April 6-12), American Corporate Partners (ACP), a national nonprofit organization that connects post-9/11 veterans to business professionals for career guidance, announced the launch of its new radio ad campaign featuring Jon Stewart and Sarah Palin actually agreeing on something. More →

Russell Simmons And Rosario Dawson To Judge Hip Hop And Spoken Word Contest Apr 8, 2014

Youth Speaks has announced a new youth hip hop and spoken word contest and radio special called “Raise Up.” More →

Jessie J To Perform At Delete Blood Cancer Gala Apr 8, 2014

Delete Blood Cancer co-founder and board member Katharina Harf will co-host the 2014 Delete Blood Cancer Gala along with Honorary Gala Chairman Michele Scannavini CEO CotyInc on Wednesday, May 7. More →

Stars Mark 20th Anniversary Of Rwandan Genocide Apr 8, 2014

A group of eminent personalities has come together to remember Rwanda’s 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and to encourage people the world over to make their voices heard on the need to prevent such mass atrocities ever happening again. More →

Tia Carrere Lends Her Voice to Filipino Cleft Documentary‏ Apr 8, 2014

Actress and Grammy award-winning musical artist, Tia Carrere, has signed on to lend her melodious voice to the narrative of Gwapa, a powerful tale of strength, love and real-life heroes that follows a remarkable Filipino family and their inspiring journey to help their three kids with facial deformities. More →

Joss Stone Brings A Message Of Unity To World Tour Apr 8, 2014

British singer Joss Stone is currently touring in North Africa, and gave up some of her time to help out at a horse therapy session for disabled children in Morocco. More →

Josh Charles To Turn Times Square Into Big Pinwheel Garden To Fight Child Abuse Apr 8, 2014

Prevent Child Abuse America and actor Josh Charles from the Emmy-nominated CBS show, The Good Wife, will turn New York City’s iconic Times Square into a “Big Pinwheel Garden” on Tuesday, April 8, at 9:00 a.m. More →

Peaches Geldof - A Life Spent Giving Apr 7, 2014

Whether she was attending a charity event to raise awareness of those in need, donating her clothes and time to charity auctions or supporting initiatives aimed at making a positive impact on the world, Peaches Geldof was at the forefront of philanthropy in the UK, one of the young stars who genuinely wanted to use their fame to make a difference. More →

Desmond Tutu Challenges The World To Forgive Apr 7, 2014

Desmond Tutu and his daughter Mpho Tutu have announced the Tutu Global Forgiveness Challenge, a free online program starting May 4, 2014, designed to teach the world how to forgive. More →

Lindt Gold Bunny Celebrity Auction Benefits Autism Speaks Apr 7, 2014

Nick Lachey has joined premium chocolatier, Lindt USA, to launch the fifth Lindt GOLD BUNNY Celebrity Auction and help raise awareness for autism, a cause close to his family. More →

Beyonce's BeyGOOD Campaign Raises £85,000 For Prince's Trust Apr 7, 2014

Beyoncé's global campaign #BeyGOOD has raised more than £85,000 for The Prince's Trust to help change the lives of disadvantaged young people in the UK. More →

John Mayer Joins Crosby, Stills & Nash Onstage At Autism Concert Apr 7, 2014

The sold-out Light Up The Blues concert to benefit Autism Speaks, hosted by Kristen and Stephen Stills, rocked The Theater at the Ace Hotel in downtown Los Angeles Saturday night. More →

Hollywood Supports Reel Stories, Real Lives Event Apr 7, 2014

The entertainment industry turned out in force during the weekend in support of Motion Picture & Television Fund's (MPTF) third annual Reel Stories, Real Lives event, a unique evening of powerful readings which told the stories of industry members and their families who have benefitted from MPTF’s services in recent years. More →

Tess Daly And James Cosmo Support International Day For Street Children Apr 7, 2014

British TV presenter Tess Daly and Game of Thrones star James Cosmo are the latest stars to give their support to Street Child Africa. More →

Your Chance To Meet Lady Gaga And Help Charity Apr 7, 2014

Calling all Little Monsters! Here’s your chance to bid on an unforgettable Lady Gaga package that gives you and 3 friends exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Lady Gaga’s July 19 Las Vegas performance of ARTRAVE: The ARTPOP Ball tour! More →

Connie Britton Named As United Nations Development Programme Ambassador Apr 4, 2014

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has appointed American actress Connie Britton as its newest Goodwill Ambassador, with a special focus on poverty eradication and women’s empowerment. More →

George H.W. Bush Receives Inaugural Award For Courage And Character Apr 4, 2014

George Washington’s Mount Vernon has awarded former President George H.W. Bush a new honor, the Cyrus A. Ansary Prize for Courage and Character. More →

Light Up the Blues Film To Benefit Autism Speaks Is Available Now On iTunes Apr 4, 2014

Light Up the Blues, a documentary-style film recorded at last year’s concert to benefit Autism Speaks is available now through iTunes. More →

Celebrity Fight Night XX Announces XCOR Lynx Spaceflight Live Auction Package‏ Apr 4, 2014

Celebrity Fight Night, one of the nation’s most impactful charity events, with XCOR Aerospace, announced today a new space flight experience onboard the XCOR Lynx to be auctioned off live, Saturday, April 12 at Celebrity Fight Night XX. More →

Regina Hall Joins Verizon for Safe Driving Program Apr 4, 2014

According to research, 57 percent of drivers admit to texting while driving. Starting today, Verizon Wireless and actress Regina Hall are teaming up to encourage the public to take precautions to stay safe behind the wheel as part of the company’s It’s Up to Me program. More →

Metallica Joins MusiCares Concert Honoring Ozzy Osbourne Apr 4, 2014

GRAMMY winners Keb' Mo' and Metallica will perform at the 10th anniversary MusiCares MAP Fund benefit concert honoring GRAMMY-winning Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne and owner and CEO of the Village studios Jeff Greenberg at Club Nokia in Los Angeles on May 12. More →