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Fans Are Invited To Recreate Classic Amy Winehouse Songs Nov 2, 2016

A new competition is letting Amy Winehouse record their own versions of some of the singer’s classic tracks, in celebration of the 10th Anniversary of her masterpiece 2006 album ‘Back to Black’. More →

Celebs Hit The Runway For Autism Speaks Oct 4, 2016

More than 400 celebrities, designers, industry influencers and autism advocates attended Autism Speaks' inaugural La Vie En BLUE Fashion Gala, which took place Thursday, September 29, 2016 at Warner Bros. More →

Molly Sims To Co-Host Star-Studded Fashion Gala For Autism Speaks Sep 23, 2016

Autism Speaks Southern California presents La Vie En BLUE Fashion Gala, a night of fashion and philanthropy produced by Metropolitan Fashion Week, hosted by Kevin Frazier and Molly Sims. More →

The Huffington Post Launches Video Series: Celebs Have Issues Sep 15, 2016

HuffPost Originals announced today the launch of “Celebs Have Issues”, an original video series aimed at solving the world’s problems one comedy sketch at a time. More →

13th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented By Pepsi-Cola Sep 6, 2016

Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership training for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce that Steve Hearst and California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of the 13th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle Presented by Pepsi-Cola. More →

Stars To Model In Autism Speaks Fashion Gala Aug 30, 2016

Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, announced today that Steven Grossman and Harry Topping, Jr. will be honored at the inaugural La Vie En BLUE Fashion Gala, produced by Metropolitan Fashion Week. More →

Ed Asner And Friends Celebrity Poker Tournament Raises Over $63K Aug 9, 2016

Ed Asner hosted the 4th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Celebrity Poker Tournament For Autism Speaks sponsored by Steelcase on Saturday, raising over $63K for Southern California Chapter of Autism Speaks. More →

Robin Roberts To Be Honored At Arthur Ashe Institute For Urban Health Sports Ball Jul 28, 2016

The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health will host Sports Ball 2016, their 22nd Annual Black Tie & Sneakers Gala, on Wednesday, October 19th at the Grand Hyatt, 109 East 42nd Street in New York City. More →

Stars To Join Ed Asner And Autism Speaks For Poker Tournament Jul 14, 2016

Stars set to join Ed Asner at the 4th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Poker Tournament and Celebrity Casino Night will include Rosie O'Donnell, Dylan McDermott, Ed Begley Jr., Michael McKean and Johnny Dowers. More →

JK Rowling And Eddie Redmayne To Attend Special Screening Of Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them Jun 28, 2016

Lumos Foundation USA – author JK Rowling's international non-profit children’s organization – announced today that J.K. Rowling will join Academy Award winner Eddie Redmayne on stage at the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, November 12th, 2016 at 6:00 pm for a conversation, followed by a special advance screening of the much-anticipated Warner Bros. Pictures feature film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. More →

Ed Asner To Host Poker Tournament And Celebrity Casino Night For Autism Speaks Jun 10, 2016

Ed Asner and Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, presents the 4th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Poker Tournament and Celebrity Casino Night on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at 5:00 PM, on the 30th Floor of the USC Tower Steelcase WorkLife Center/City View Penthouse in Downtown Los Angeles (1150 South Olive St). More →

Jimmy Carter To Join Bill Clinton At CGI America Meeting Jun 10, 2016

On June 12-14, President Bill Clinton will host the sixth annual Clinton Global Initiative America (CGI America) meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, convening nearly 1,000 participants from across sectors to develop and implement Commitments to Action – new, specific, and measurable plans and projects – to encourage continued economic growth, support long-term competitiveness, and increase social mobility in the United States.

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Tom Brady Returns For 17th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Jun 2, 2016

Best Buddies International, a nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for friendship, employment and leadership training for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce that the 17th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port presented by Pepsi-Cola and Santander Bank, will take place on June 3-4. More →

Neal McCoy To Join William Shatner At Hollywood Charity Horse Show Jun 2, 2016

Organizers for the 26th Annual William Shatner Priceline.com Hollywood Charity Horse Show, Sponsored by Wells Fargo, announced today that country music’s Neal McCoy will perform live at the event to be held on June 4, 2016. More →

Torrey DeVitto Speaks At Launch Of #StigmaFree Campaign May 23, 2016

As part of National Mental Health Awareness Month, Philosophy’s hope & grace initiative partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to launch the #stigmafree campaign, a national effort focused on shattering the stereotypes associated with mental illness. More →

Mayim Bialik Features In StigmaFree PSA May 18, 2016

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), in partnership with the Hope & Grace Initiative, has launched “StigmaFree,” a new public service announcement (PSA) for television featuring actress and mental health advocate Mayim Bialik. More →

Jaclyn Stapp Leads 10th Annual NamiWalks NYC May 12, 2016

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of New York City, Inc. (NAMI-NYC Metro) celebrated their 10th Annual NAMIWalks NYC on May 7th. More →

Ariana Grande To Perform At 10th Annual DKMS Gala Apr 6, 2016

DKMS announced today that international superstar Ariana Grande will perform at the 10th Annual DKMS Gala, taking place Thursday, May 5 at Cipriani Wall Street. More →

Be A Guest Roadie For Bryan Adams Apr 6, 2016

Bryan Adams and the Bryan Adams Foundation are giving you the chance to be a guest roadie at an upcoming UK tour stop! More →

Soleil Moon Frye Helps Launch Seventh Lindt Gold Bunny Celebrity Auction Mar 14, 2016

Soleil Moon Frye, actress and mother, joins premium chocolatier Lindt USA to help launch the seventh Lindt GOLD BUNNY Celebrity Auction benefitting Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization. More →

George Stephanopoulos And Ali Wentworth To Be Honored By GLSEN Feb 19, 2016

GLSEN, the leading national education organization focused on ensuring safe and affirming schools for all students, today announced that it will honor George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth, Ilene Chaiken and Optimedia at GLSEN’s Respect Awards – New York to be held on Monday, May 23, at Cipriani 42nd Street. More →

Sir Richard Branson Talks About The Importance Of The Elders Jan 26, 2016

Sir Richard Branson has revealed that one of the accomplishments he is most proud of is helping to establish The Elders. More →

William Shatner And Wells Fargo To Host Gifting Ceremony Jan 13, 2016

William Shatner, one of America’s most versatile stars and philanthropists, announced today that he and David DiCristofaro, Wells Fargo LA Metro/Orange County Regional Bank President, will host a gifting ceremony and media breakfast to distribute grants to the charities supported by the annual Priceline.com Hollywood Charity Horse Show, Sponsored by Wells Fargo. More →

Take A Charitable Cue From Your Favorite Celebrities Dec 10, 2015

The holiday season is all too often a whirlwind of gift buying and parties, but it is also the time of year when you think about making a positive impact in your community through volunteering or donating money. More →

J.J. Abrams Attends Star-Studded Beat The Odds Awards Dec 8, 2015

The Children's Defense Fund–California hosted its 25th Annual Beat the Odds Awards ceremony on December 3, 2015, at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. More →

Pink Named As UNICEF Ambassador Nov 30, 2015

The U.S. Fund for UNICEF today announced the appointment of the newest UNICEF Ambassador, GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist P!nk, who will build on her current role as the UNICEF Kid Power National Spokesperson to raise awareness about UNICEF’s lifesaving health and nutrition programs around the world. More →

Richard Branson Delivers Gift Of Hearing In Kenya And South Africa Nov 25, 2015

Last week, Richard Branson and Virgin Unite joined Starkey Hearing Foundation in their quest to bring the gift of hearing to people in need all over the world. More →

Steve Aoki To Perform At Best Buddies Miami Gala Nov 19, 2015

Best Buddies International, a groundbreaking nonprofit that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is pleased to announce its 19th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala at The Ice Palace Studios in Miami, FL, on Friday, November 20. More →

Stars Set To Shine Spotlight On Five Extraordinary Students And Their Inspiring Stories Nov 19, 2015

The Children's Defense Fund–California will host its 25th Annual Beat the Odds Awards ceremony on December 3, 2015, at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. More →

Jack Nicklaus To Be Honored With Muhammad Ali Legacy Award Nov 11, 2015

Time Inc.’s Sports Illustrated announced that Jack Nicklaus has been chosen to receive the Muhammad Ali Legacy Award. More →