MPTF Raises $810,770 During Lights, Camera, Take Action Telethon

MPTF Raises $810,770 During Lights, Camera, Take Action Telethon Dec 12, 2024

Earlier this week, MPTF's fundraising telethon for entertainment industry members in need returned for its third year, raising $810,770 and exceeding the original goal of $750K. More
MPTF to Hold New "Lights, Camera, Take Action!" Telethon

MPTF to Hold New "Lights, Camera, Take Action!" Telethon Dec 6, 2024

MPTF's fundraising telethon for crew members in need will return for its third year. Lights, Camera, Take Action! will air live on KTLA (Channel 5 in Los Angeles) on December 8 from 7-9 pm PT. More
Steve Earle Signs Artworks Created From Sound Waves For Charity

Steve Earle Signs Artworks Created From Sound Waves For Charity Jul 18, 2024

To raise money for the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, Steve Earle has teamed up with artist Tim Wakefield and friends at nonprofit art studio Sound Waves Art to sign artworks made from the sound waves of “Guitar Town”. More
Meryl Streep joins SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s children's literacy program Storyline Online

Meryl Streep joins SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s children's literacy program Storyline Online May 24, 2024

Academy Award-winning and legendary actress and philanthropist Meryl Streep lends her captivating voice and engaging storytelling to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's children’s literacy program Storyline Online, by reading the children’s book The Three Questions, written and illustrated by Jon J. Muth, and published by Scholastic. More
An Unforgettable Night at Carnegie Hall for The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash Celebration

An Unforgettable Night at Carnegie Hall for The Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash Celebration May 22, 2024

Last week, the iconic Carnegie Hall was filled with the legendary music of Crosby, Stills and Nash. More
Stars to Celebrate the Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash

Stars to Celebrate the Music of Crosby, Stills and Nash May 2, 2024

Michael Dorf Presents is thrilled to announce the exciting addition of esteemed artists to the already stellar lineup for the 19th annual Music Of tribute concert, honoring the legendary Crosby, Stills and Nash. More
Geena Davis Institute Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Bold Rebrand

Geena Davis Institute Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Bold Rebrand May 1, 2024

Last week, the Geena Davis Institute (GDI) proudly marked its 20th anniversary with a vitalized rebrand. More
Kathryn Hahn Celebrates Earth Day Reading 'The Mess That We Made' with Storyline Online

Kathryn Hahn Celebrates Earth Day Reading 'The Mess That We Made' with Storyline Online Apr 24, 2024

Actress Kathryn Hahn, known for her versatile roles in film and television, including her recent portrayal of Agatha Harkness in Marvel’s WandaVision, has joined the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's children’s literacy program Storyline Online to celebrate Earth Day by reading The Mess That We Made, a captivating children’s book highlighting environmental awareness. More
Ellie Goulding, Diplo Attend 2024 Impact Awards

Ellie Goulding, Diplo Attend 2024 Impact Awards Apr 18, 2024

The Playing For Change Foundation's 2024 Impact Awards, held on Saturday, April 13, 2024, was nothing short of spectacular, marking a pinnacle of celebration for music, philanthropy, and the transformative power of the arts. More
Ellie Goulding to Headline 2024 Impact Awards

Ellie Goulding to Headline 2024 Impact Awards Apr 5, 2024

The Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF) proudly announces an extraordinary lineup for the 2024 Impact Awards on Saturday, April 13, 2024, a night dedicated to music, philanthropy, and the power of change. More
22nd Annual MPTF Night Before Event Raises Over $4.3 Million

22nd Annual MPTF Night Before Event Raises Over $4.3 Million Mar 14, 2024

A star-studded host committee, Academy Awards nominees and presenters, along with some of the most powerful industry influencers came together on March 9, 2024, for MPTF's 22nd Annual ‘Night Before’ benefit. More
Playing For Change Foundation Announces Playing for Frances Iconic Artist Charity Auction

Playing For Change Foundation Announces Playing for Frances Iconic Artist Charity Auction Feb 29, 2024

Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF), esteemed for amplifying local impact zones through music and community support, is rallying behind 12-year-old Frances Gourley. More
Geena Davis Institute Awarded Research Grant by Nielsen Foundation

Geena Davis Institute Awarded Research Grant by Nielsen Foundation Jan 26, 2024

The Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media announced today that it is the recipient of a $75,000 grant from the Nielsen Foundation to support ongoing research and advocacy initiatives surrounding representation in entertainment and media. More
Stars Attend MPTF's 17th Annual Evening Before Benefit

Stars Attend MPTF's 17th Annual Evening Before Benefit Jan 17, 2024

Television’s biggest night took place in West Hollywood, CA on Saturday, January 13th when Emmy Awards nominees and presenters, along with some of the most powerful entertainment industry influencers, joined together for MPTF's 17th annual “Evening Before” benefit. More
MPTF Raises $786,512 During Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews Telethon

MPTF Raises $786,512 During Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews Telethon Dec 18, 2023

Returning for its second year, MPTF's fundraising telethon, Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews raised $786,512 on Saturday night to benefit the 100-year-old charity’s support of entertainment industry members in need, exceeding the original goal of $750K. More
MPTF to Hold Lights, Camera, Take Action!: Caring for Hollywood's Crews Telethon

MPTF to Hold Lights, Camera, Take Action!: Caring for Hollywood's Crews Telethon Dec 1, 2023

MPTF's fundraising telethon for crew members in need will return for its second time. Lights, Camera, Take Action! Caring for Hollywood’s Crews will air live on KTLA (Channel 5 in Los Angeles) on December 9, 7-9 pm PT. More
Katie Couric and The Shubert Foundation Honored at American Ballet Theatre's Fall Gala

Katie Couric and The Shubert Foundation Honored at American Ballet Theatre's Fall Gala Oct 31, 2023

American Ballet Theatre (ABT) made its anticipated seasonal return to Lincoln Center for its annual Fall Season at the David H. Koch Theater. More
Melanie Lynskey reads Memoirs of a Hamster for Storyline Online

Melanie Lynskey reads Memoirs of a Hamster for Storyline Online Oct 19, 2023

Award-winning and Emmy-nominated actress Melanie Lynskey brings her skillful storytelling and deft character voices to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s free children’s literacy program Storyline Online by reading Memoirs of a Hamster, written by Devin Scillian, illustrated by Tim Bowers and published by Sleeping Bear Press. More
Kyra Sedgwick Reads 'Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly' for Back-To-School at Storyline Online

Kyra Sedgwick Reads 'Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly' for Back-To-School at Storyline Online Sep 8, 2023

Award-winning actress and director Kyra Sedgwick is helping to kick off the new school year by reading Alan Madison’s brilliant children’s story Velma Gratch and the Way Cool Butterfly for the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's free children’s literacy program Storyline Online. More
MPTF NextGen Board Raises Over $800,000 at 2023 Summer Party

MPTF NextGen Board Raises Over $800,000 at 2023 Summer Party Aug 9, 2023

On Sunday, August 6, the MPTF NextGen Board, a diverse group of entertainment industry professionals who represent the future of Hollywood and support MPTF’s mission of “taking care of our own,” hosted the 2023 NextGen Summer Party on the rooftop of NeueHouse Hollywood. More
"Gifts of Gratitude" Project Honors Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead

"Gifts of Gratitude" Project Honors Jerry Garcia of the Grateful Dead Aug 4, 2023

This year, in honor of what would have been music legend Jerry Garcia's 81st birthday on Aug. 1, the Jerry Garcia Foundation, with a little help from its friends, is combining creativity and technology to initiate the “Gifts of Gratitude” project. More
Darren Criss To Host and Perform at MPTF NextGen Summer Party Fundraiser

Darren Criss To Host and Perform at MPTF NextGen Summer Party Fundraiser Jul 19, 2023

Today, the MPTF NextGen Board, a diverse group of entertainment industry professionals who represent the future of Hollywood and support MPTF’s mission of “taking care of our own,” announced that it will host the 2023 NextGen Summer Party on Sunday, August 6 on the rooftop of NeueHouse Hollywood. More
Bob Odenkirk Kicks Off Summer Reading for Kids at Storyline Online

Bob Odenkirk Kicks Off Summer Reading for Kids at Storyline Online Jun 13, 2023

Actor and writer Bob Odenkirk is here to help kick off a summer of reading with the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's global children’s literacy program Storyline Online. More
Joel McHale to Host SAG-AFTRA Foundation's 13th Annual LA Golf Classic

Joel McHale to Host SAG-AFTRA Foundation's 13th Annual LA Golf Classic Jun 5, 2023

Actor, comedian and TV host Joel McHale returns to host the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's 13th Annual L.A. Golf Classic on Monday, June 12. More
Holly Robinson Peete Reads 'My Brother Charlie' for Storyline Online for Autism Awareness Month

Holly Robinson Peete Reads 'My Brother Charlie' for Storyline Online for Autism Awareness Month Apr 11, 2023

April is Autism Awareness Month, and actor and advocate Holly Robinson-Peete is helping to highlight this special month with the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's global children’s literacy program Storyline Online. More
Jerry Garcia Foundation Donates Art Collection to Benefit the History of Diving Museum

Jerry Garcia Foundation Donates Art Collection to Benefit the History of Diving Museum Mar 31, 2023

Commemorating Jerry Garcia’s affinity for scuba diving and his commitment to protecting our oceans, the Jerry Garcia Foundation has donated a 21-piece collection of authenticated, limited-edition, museum-quality giclée prints of his art to the History of Diving Museum for its “Dive Into Art & Music” event. More
Stars Attend 2023 MPTF "Night Before" Fundraiser

Stars Attend 2023 MPTF "Night Before" Fundraiser Mar 13, 2023

A star-studded host committee, Academy Awards nominees and presenters, along with some of the most powerful industry influencers came together on March 11, 2023, for MPTF's 21st annual ‘Night Before’ benefit. More
MPTF To Host 21st Annual "Night Before" Party

MPTF To Host 21st Annual "Night Before" Party Mar 7, 2023

A star-studded host committee, Co-Chairs, Academy Awards nominees and presenters, along with some of the most powerful industry influencers will come together on March 11, 2023, for the 21st annual ‘Night Before’ party to benefit MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund). More
SAG-AFTRA Foundation Announces Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists and Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson Screening Room

SAG-AFTRA Foundation Announces Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists and Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson Screening Room Mar 2, 2023

On Sunday evening, just prior to Netflix’s first and historic YouTube live stream of the 29th Annual SAG Awards, SAG-AFTRA Foundation President and award-winning actor Courtney B. Vance announced the Foundation will be breaking ground next month on the Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists in Los Angeles. More
MPTF Raised $867,986 During "Lights, Camera, Take Action!" Telethon

MPTF Raised $867,986 During "Lights, Camera, Take Action!" Telethon Dec 14, 2022

The MPTF “Lights, Camera, Take Action!” telethon raised $867,986 on Saturday night to benefit the 100-year old charity’s support of entertainment industry members in need. More