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Will Smith, Jada Pinkett-Smith and Tomiko Put the Spotlight on Lupus at Charity Event Oct 1, 2007

With co-host Malcolm-Jamal Warner by her side, Maybelline model Tomiko promised to put “the fun in fundraiser” at a charity soirée to raise awareness and funds for Lupus research in Los Angeles on Saturday night. The mission was accomplished. The event, sponsored by the Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation took on a 20’s Cotton Club atmosphere, complete with jazz band. Attendees dressed the part, helping to set a nostalgic tone amidst an event where the subject of Lupus was in the spotlight. More →

Jenny McCarthy Raising Awareness for Autism Oct 1, 2007

On Sunday, September 30, actress Jenny McCarthy teamed up with TACA (Talk About Curing Autism) for their 2007 Annual Family Picnic in Irvine, California. More →

Dacor Taste of Tennis Sep 30, 2007

On August 23, 2007, at the W Hotel in New York, over 400 food, wine and tennis fans convened for the Dacor Taste of Tennis Food and Wine event to benefit the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. More →

Hugh Laurie - Band From TV For Charity Sep 29, 2007

A rock group comprising of some of television’s biggest stars has scored a hit on iTunes with their new version of the Cab Calloway classic, Minnie The Moocher. More →

Former NBA Star Rodman And Bikers Ride For Charity Sep 29, 2007

On September 1st, Harley Davidson bikers revved up their motors and joined former NBA badboy Dennis Rodman for the second annual South Florida charity bike ride. Over a hundred bikers paid the $20 entry fee before flocking to the North Federal highway in Broward County in efforts to raise money for the Boys and Girls Club of America. More →

Fall Out Boy Wants to Rock Your Heart With the Story of Invisible Children Sep 28, 2007

In 2006 Fall Out Boy Band member Peter Wentz watched the documentary video Invisible Children, which brought to light how children in Northern Uganda were being kidnapped in the night and forced to fight as child soldiers. Wentz learned that the war in Uganda has spanned over 20 years and more than 38,000 children have been abducted. More →

Jolie Commits To War Affected Children Sep 28, 2007

An organization founded by an award-winning actress has pledged to help with the education of over 1 million children affected by conflict around the world at this year’s annual meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative. More →

Ferrell Movie Role Brings $47,000 For Cancer Charity Sep 28, 2007

A 10-year-old boy has won Will Ferrell’s charity auction after the boy’s father bid $47,100, all of which will go to the Cancer For College foundation. More →

Bono, DATA to Receive Liberty Medal via Webcast Sep 27, 2007

U2 singer and activist Bono and DATA (Debt, AIDS, Trade, Africa), the advocacy organization he co-founded to combat poverty and disease in Africa, are scheduled to receive the 2007 Liberty Medal today to at 7:00 p.m. at the National Constitution Center in Historic Philadelphia. More →

Tennis Star Roddick Takes Time for Charity Sep 27, 2007

If you think Andy Roddick spends all his free time on the tennis court, think again. He may be ranked 5th in the world on the court, but the tennis star is slowly inching his way to the number one spot in terms of giving back to the community. More →

KT Tunstall - Globally Cool Sep 27, 2007

She is Scottish, she is a rock star, she has sold millions of albums all around the world, and yet she does not own a car or even a television. Her new recording studio has been built using 100% reclaimed wood, sheep’s wool insulation, and solar panels, and her house is the same. When it comes to being environmentally friendly, singer/songwriter KT Tunstall is almost as revolutionary as her music. More →

The Inaugural Steve Nash Celebrity Roast to Benefit The Steve Nash Foundation Sep 26, 2007

Steve Nash, leader of the Phoenix Suns and two-time NBA MVP, leads by example both on and off the court, and now, spectators can enjoy a memorable night with the NBA star while supporting his foundation. More →

Baldwin Brothers Behind Breast Cancer Auction Sep 26, 2007

A private falconry lesson with Robert Kennedy Jr is just one of the more unusual items up for grabs in a new online auction this month, with the proceeds going to a charity set up by a brave woman who wants to benefit others affected by a deadly disease. More →

Jenny McCarthy Releases Book on Autism Sep 25, 2007

Jenny McCarthy is not normally a name associated with serious issues. The actress and former Playboy Playmate of the Year from Chicago is known to be one of the funniest actresses in Hollywood, and is the author of several humorous books on not-so-humorous topics, such as pregnancy and motherhood. Yet September 18 saw the release of a book that tells a “heartbreaking story of a serious issue”, an issue that is close to her heart. Louder Than Words tells of her son’s struggle with autism, how it affected their family, and their mission to find a cure. More →

Former Presidents Bush and Clinton Hailed For Charity Work Sep 25, 2007

The stars came out in early September not only to celebrate the marking of the 75th anniversary of Save the Children but to hail the former U.S. Commanders in Chief George Bush Sr and Bill Clinton for their humanitarian efforts worldwide. The specific work recognized was the presidents’ efforts to raise money for the victims of the tsunami in Indonesia and Hurricane Katrina. More →

Celebrities Back Charity Video Game Sep 24, 2007

A charity venture with a difference, involving the voice over talents of some of Hollywood’s biggest names, is to hit the internet in the next few months. More →

London and Austin host GuitarTown for charity Sep 21, 2007

Sir Paul McCartney is among a group of celebrities who have donated giant guitars to exhibitions in both America and England, to be auctioned off over the next few months. More →

Yao Ming-Steve Nash Charity Gala & Basketball Game in Beijing Sep 19, 2007

Two of the NBA’s greatest players joined forces to raise money for various charities in Beijing, and it took just under six-months for Yao Ming and Steve Nash to bring their idea to fruition. More →

Mel Gibson Supports The Kidz Sep 19, 2007

While in Singapore last week, Mel Gibson made a last minute donation of S$25,000 ($16,000) to Kidz Horizon Appeal, an organization that supports children suffering from cancer, HIV and other chronic and terminal illnesses. More →

Butterflies Benefit British Wildlife Sep 18, 2007

Over 120 British celebrities have put their artistic skills to the test for an online auction, and a dazzling collection of their original drawings and paintings will help raise money to save wildlife. More →

Editorial: Do Fans Support Their Idols' Causes? Sep 17, 2007

Sheila Marikar of ABC News posted an article today entitled ‘Celebrity Takes Up A Cause: Do Fans Follow?’, with the hook “When Stars Rally for Causes, Regular Folks Don’t Necessairly [sic] Open Their Wallets.” More →

Will Ferrell Auctions Cameo Appearance Sep 17, 2007

Actor Will Ferrell is auctioning a cameo appearance in his latest film to raise money for the Cancer For College foundation. Founded by Craig Pollard, Ferrell’s friend from university and cancer survivor, the charity provides college scholarships to current and former cancer patients. More →

Stars Support Firefighters' Greater Alarm Gala Sep 17, 2007

Celebrities offered their support for the Los Angeles Fire Department’s Greater Alarm Gala in Hollywood. This event was held in the week of September 11th in remembrance of the numerous firefighters who lost their lives. More →

Snoop Dogg Donates Concert Fees To Grief Support Charity Sep 15, 2007

The Exotic Erotic Ball proudly announced that it has combined with legendary rap artist, Snoop Dogg, to raise much-needed funds for The Healing Circle. More →

Celebrity Auction Roundup, September 2007 Sep 14, 2007

September 2007 is shaping up to be a busy month for celebrity charity auctions, with proceeds going towards a variety of causes, including the disadvantaged, the sick, the environment, and an endangered species of seal. More →

Motley Crüe's Vince Neil Offers Tickets to Charity Poker Tournament Sep 14, 2007

Motley Crüe’s lead vocalist, Vince Neil is hosting the Third Annual OFF THE STRIP $50,000 Charity Poker Tournament from November 2-4, 2007, at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, and a limited number of player seats are being offered to national Rock radio stations for the sold-out Texas Hold Em Poker Tournament. More →

Christy Turlington Burns Supports Cancer Charity Sep 13, 2007

When cover model Christy Turlington Burns lost her father to lung cancer in 1997, she dedicated her life to crusading for smoking cessation and lung cancer awareness. From launching the anti-smoking and lung cancer resource website called Smoking is Ugly, to acting as spokesperson for the cause through her affiliation with organizations like the American Cancer Society, Christy has been relentless in lending her time to the cause. More →

Stars Rock the Oxfam Shop Sep 12, 2007

A specially-converted Oxfam shop in London is to be the venue for a series of concerts in October, as part of the second annual Oxjam Music Festival. More →

Goldberg, Keitel Trading for Charity Sep 11, 2007

On Tuesday, September 11th, celebrity guests will join brokerage firm BGC’s third annual Charity Day, assisting the brokers to raise money for good causes. Stars such as Whoopi Goldberg, Harvey Keitel, Eli Wallach and Yogi Berra will join brokers in conducting real, live trades. 100% of the commissions raised on the day will go to charities such as Blythedale Children’s Hospital, Books for Kids Foundation, Cancer Research Institute, NARSAD Mental Health Research, Project FIND and the Wounded Warrior Project. More →

Damon and Affleck Travel to Africa Sep 10, 2007

September has already turned into a busy month for actor Matt Damon, and has seen him hosting a major children’s gala event, attending a screening of the documentary he produced to bring awareness to H2O Africa, and now flying to Africa. More →