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Kid Rock Donates To Beating Victim Aug 7, 2009

Kid Rock has donated $1,500 to a pizza delivery driver who suffered serious injuries after a beating. More →

Michelle Obama Shines Light On The Arts Aug 7, 2009

Once again, America’s first lady, Michelle Obama, cast the public’s attention towards the importance of education and, in particular, on the arts. More →

Bryan Adams Comes In Third In Charity Race Aug 7, 2009

The stars hit the water during Cowes Week earlier this week, as celebrities competed in the annual Artemis Challenge, an event that saw a 50 mile high speed sprint around the Isle of Wight, with the winning skipper taking away £10,000 for their chosen charity. More →

Kyra Sedgwick Opposes Elephant Cruelty Aug 7, 2009

Golden Globe-winner Kyra Sedgwick has sent a letter to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg on behalf of PETA. More →

Rachael Ray Challenges Animal Charities In New Contest Aug 7, 2009

Rachael Ray is challenging 64 animal organizations to take part in a contest with a total prize pool of $200,000 up for grabs. More →

Sheryl Crow To Headline Tiger Woods Charity Party Aug 6, 2009

Singer Sheryl Crow is to headline this year’s Bloc Party for the Tiger Woods Foundation. More →

Barbra Streisand To Launch Massive Charity Auction Aug 6, 2009

Barbra Streisand is set to auction many of her personal items for charity. More →

Michael J. Fox Honored For His War On Parkinson’s Aug 6, 2009

Hollywood honored actor Michael J. Fox last week for his ongoing work to raise awareness on Parkinson’s Disease. More →

Angelina Jolie Sculpture Raises Awareness Of Breastfeeding Aug 6, 2009

A bronze statue of Angelina Jolie breastfeeding two babies is to be unveiled in Oklahoma City. More →

Radiohead Release Charity Song For Royal British Legion Aug 6, 2009

British band Radiohead has released a song in tribute to a World War 1 soldier who died last week, with proceeds to go to charity. More →

Be A Roadie For Miley Cyrus Aug 6, 2009

Now is your chance to be roadie for a day for Miley Cyrus. More →

Desmond Tutu Calls For Action In Burma Aug 6, 2009

Nobel Peace Prize recipient Desmond Tutu is calling on people to sign a petition to the U.S. and U.K. Ambassadors to the United Nations asking for a UN Security Council Commission of Inquiry and a global arms embargo on Burma. More →

Bono Talks World Hunger In Amsterdam Aug 5, 2009

U2 singer Bono recently took time out from his current world tour to get up-to-date on global hunger by meeting with World Food Programme (WFP) head, Josette Sheeran, in Amsterdam. More →

Hugh Grant Supports Health Website Aug 5, 2009

British actor Hugh Grant has thrown his support behind a new website for cancer sufferers. More →

John Cleese Talks For Lemurs Aug 5, 2009

Veteran comedian John Cleese has made a new video to benefit charity. More →

Pierce Brosnan Supports New Conservation Documentary Aug 5, 2009

Pierce and Keely Brosnan have blogged about a new investigative documentary film about a picturesque cove on the Japanese coast where dolphins are routinely slaughtered. More →

Artists & Writers To Swing For Charity Again Aug 5, 2009

Phoenix House is delighted to announce that once again they will benefit from the Artists & Writers Charity Softball Game. More →

Jet Li Aims To Change The Face Of Charity Aug 5, 2009

Jet Li's One Foundation was created after the action star began to ponder the meaning of life. More →

Fans Donate In Sir Bobby Robson's Memory Aug 5, 2009

The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation has reported a huge increase in donations since the death of Bobby Robson last week. More →

Kid Rock To Headline Charity Concert In New York Aug 4, 2009

The Institute for Music and Neurologic Function (IMNF), a leader in innovative music therapy treatments and research, is pleased to announce a special Music Has Power Benefit Concert on September 2 at New York City’s Terminal 5. Kid Rock will headline the event. More →

Lance Armstrong Looking For Charity Volunteers Aug 4, 2009

Lance Armstrong and the Lance Armstrong Foundation are looking for volunteers to help out at a major conference in Ireland later this month. More →

Eddie Izzard Runs For Sport Relief Aug 4, 2009

Comedian Eddie Izzard has just set out from London for a 1000-mile run to raise money for Sport Relief, which supports Comic Relief, a charity that helps vulnerable people in need both at home in the UK and abroad. More →

True Blood Star Joins Tails For Whales Campaign Aug 4, 2009

True Blood star Alexander Skarsgård is the latest star to sink his teeth into the International Fund For Animal Welfare's (IFAW) Tails For Whales campaign. More →

Arctic Monkeys Cry Lightening For Oxfam Aug 4, 2009

British band Arctic Monkeys will release their new single exclusively through Oxfam shops, with proceeds going to help the charity’s work around the world. More →

Nick Jonas To Talk Diabetes At Press Club Aug 4, 2009

Nick Jonas – singer, songwriter, actor and member of the Grammy-nominated band, Jonas Brothers – will speak at a National Press Club luncheon on August 24. Jonas will discuss his personal experiences living with and managing his juvenile diabetes and his efforts to inspire other youth dealing with diabetes to manage their disease. More →

Stuntwomen To Be Honored For Diamond In The RAW Aug 4, 2009

The Diamond in the RAW Foundation has announced The Stuntwomen’s Awards 2009 honorees. In its second year, The Stuntwomen’s Awards will honor the fearless and outstanding achievements of action-oriented women within the entertainment industry and stunt community. More →

Farewell Sir Bobby Robson: A Legend's Charity Legacy Aug 3, 2009

English football legend Sir Bobby Robson has died, leaving behind a legacy of campaigning in the fight against cancer. More →

Bryan Adams Foundation Holds An Evening Of Opera Aug 3, 2009

The Bryan Adams Foundation held its inaugural fundraising event, An Evening of Opera and Picnic, last month on the lawns of The Royal Hospital, Chelsea in London. More →