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Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Releases Sixth Edition of Paralysis Resource Guide Jun 5, 2024

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is pleased to announce the publication of the sixth edition of the Paralysis Resource Guide (PRG), a free comprehensive 392-page book designed to empower individuals living with and impacted by paralysis to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. More →

Emily Blunt to Host American Institute for Stuttering 17th Annual Gala Jun 9, 2023

The 17th Annual American Institute for Stuttering benefit gala will be hosted by Emily Blunt, who has taken her personal stuttering challenges to turn them into a force for positive change and inspiration. More →

Stars Honored at Media Access Awards Presented by Easterseals Nov 23, 2022

Last week Tony Award-nominated star of stage and screen, and the first deaf actress to play a Marvel Superhero, Lauren Ridloff hosted the Media Access Awards, in partnership with nonprofit disability services provider Easterseals Southern California. More →

Stars To Attend Media Access Awards Presented By Easterseals Oct 27, 2022

The Media Access Awards, in partnership with nonprofit disability services provider Easterseals Southern California, has announced the honorees of the 2022 Media Access Awards which will stream LIVE on the Emmy Award-winning entertainment and pop culture news source, ExtraTV.com; on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET. More →

Emily Blunt Hosts The American Institute For Stuttering's 2022 Freeing Voices, Changing Lives Gala Jul 18, 2022

Actor and AIS Board Member Emily Blunt hosted the American Institute for Stuttering's 2022 Freeing Voices, Changing Lives Gala last week in New York City. More →

Paralyzed Veterans of America, Food City and Richard Petty Kick Off In-Store Donation Drive Jun 30, 2022

Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s premier nonprofit for disabled veterans, their families, and caregivers, once again kicked off its annual checkout campaign alongside long-time supporters Food City and champion racecar driver Richard Petty. More →

Celebrities Spreading Solidarity and Raising Funds for Ukraine Mar 14, 2022

While the world watches the devastating destruction of Ukraine and people from villages, towns, and cities worldwide are organizing collection points for donations, let’s have a look at the celebrities that have put their money where their mouths are, making financial contributions and launching fundraisers using their public platforms. More →

Millicent Simmonds Hosts Media Access Awards Presented by Easterseals Nov 22, 2021

Deaf advocate, and actress Millicent Simmonds hosted last week’s Media Access Awards, in partnership with nonprofit disability services provider Easterseals. More →

Celebrities To Take Part In Global's 2021 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Oct 21, 2021

Today, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) announced GRAMMY Award-winning artist, songwriter, actress, author, and philanthropist Sara Bareilles will perform at GLOBAL’s virtual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show on Saturday, November 13, 2021. More →

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger Named Newest Special Olympics Global Ambassadors Oct 5, 2021

Actor Chris Pratt and author Katherine Schwarzenegger have been named the newest Special Olympics Global Ambassadors, join­­­ing the frontlines of the global movement for inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. More →

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Launches Virtual Support Groups Apr 6, 2021

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has announced the launch of virtual support groups to combat social isolation, offered through its National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC). More →

Stars Join Easterseals Disability Film Challenge Apr 1, 2021

Nonprofit disability services provider and resource Easterseals Southern California announced today that Critics Choice Award-winning comedian and actor Michelle Buteau, Actor Matthew Jeffers (New Amsterdam), Academy Award nominee Paul Raci (Sound of Metal), and Tony Award-winning actor Ali Stroker (Oklahoma!), will all serve as presenters during the 2021 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: Home Edition 2.0 virtual awards ceremony on Thursday, May 6. More →

Special Olympics And WWE Debut New Resources to Help Athletes With Intellectual Disabilities Mar 23, 2021

Special Olympics has partnered with WWE to debut new resources to help athletes with intellectual disabilities stay fit and healthy during COVID-19. More →

Newman's Own Foundation Pledges $1 Million to The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Feb 22, 2021

Newman's Own Foundation has committed $1 million to the rebuilding of The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp following a significant fire on February 12 that destroyed a number of buildings on the Ashford, Connecticut, site. More →

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Announces 2nd Annual Reeve Summit 2021 Feb 8, 2021

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation announced today the 2nd annual Reeve Summit 2021: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect. More →

Stars Collaborate With Spinal Cord Injury Charity For Advocacy and Fundraising Campaign Nov 24, 2020

Walking with Anthony, the nation’s premiere Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) non-profit foundation known for their charitable celebrity-driven events, is excited to announce a 4-week long virtual #IWALKWITHANTHONY fundraiser kicking off on Thursday, November 19, 2020. More →

Global Down Syndrome Foundation Raises Crucial Awareness At The First Ever Virtual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Nov 23, 2020

This weekend, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) went virtual for the first time ever and raised over $1.9 million. More →

Filmmaker and Celebrated Actors with Disabilities Team with Easterseals Apr 20, 2020

Easterseals releases new, timely and critically important Public Service Announcements about safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, and encourages all of us to #StayHomeSaveLives. More →

Newman's Own Foundation Supports Leadership Development Mar 16, 2020

Newman's Own Foundation, founded by the late actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, announced grants supporting internal professional and leadership development for nutrition-focused nonprofits. More →

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation to Launch Inaugural Reeve Summit 2020 Jan 15, 2020

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has announced its first-ever Reeve Summit 2020: Where Care, Cure and Community Connect from February 26-28, 2020, at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, D.C. More →

Celebrities Getting into the Spirit with #GivingTuesday Dec 3, 2019

It’s Giving Tuesday, and people everywhere are giving back to their communities and the wider world. More →

JK Rowling To Receive 2019 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Ripple of Hope Award Aug 14, 2019

Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights today announced its 2019 Ripple of Hope laureates: U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, JK Rowling, writer of the renowned Harry Potter series and founder of the children’s charity Lumos; Wendy Abrams, environmental activist and founder of Cool Globes, Inc; and Glen Tullman, founder and executive chairman of Livongo Health. More →

Special Olympics Continues The Revolution is Inclusion Campaign and Kicks Off Global Week of Inclusion Jul 16, 2019

During the month of July, Special Olympics is continuing “The Revolution is Inclusion” five-year global campaign targeting the younger generation of Millennials and Centennials by demonstrating that inclusion is all about togetherness. More →

Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Breaks Ground on Dodgers Dreamfield on World Autism Awareness Day Apr 8, 2019

The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF), in partnership with the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation and the City of Fontana Community Services Department broke ground on an all-new Universally Accessible Dodgers Dreamfield at Jack Bulik Park in the City of Fontana on World Autism Awareness Day, Tuesday, April 2, 2019. More →

Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Launches New Online Community Apr 2, 2019

To offer greater support and strengthen peer connections across families impacted by paralysis, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation launched a new online community, Reeve Connect. More →

Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation To Break Ground on Universally Accessible Dreamfield on World Autism Awareness Day Mar 29, 2019

The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF), in partnership with the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation and the City of Fontana Community Services Department will break ground on an all-new Universally Accessible Dodgers Dreamfield at Jack Bulik Park in the City of Fontana on World Autism Awareness Day, Tuesday, April 2, 2019. More →

Jason Mraz to Headline Shane's Inspiration's 18th Annual Benefit Mar 28, 2019

Multi Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Jason Mraz will headline Shane's Inspiration's star-studded benefit on Friday, March 29th at The Beverly Hills Hotel. More →

Carrie Ann Inaba to Emcee Shane’s Inspiration’s The Greatest Playground Reimagined Gala Mar 7, 2019

Shane's Inspiration, the global leader in creating inclusive playgrounds and educational programs for children with disabilities, is celebrating its 18th annual gala on Friday evening, March 29, at The Beverly Hills Hotel. More →

Chelsea Clinton Honored At Beat The Odds Gala Mar 5, 2019

On Monday, February 25, 2019, the Children's Defense Fund – New York (CDF-NY) hosted its annual Beat the Odds (BTO) Gala at the Pierre Hotel in New York City. More →

Your Chance To Visit Andrea Bocelli at His Vineyard in Tuscany Feb 27, 2019

Here is your chance to visit Andrea Bocelli at his vineyard in Tuscany and sit in the front row of one of his shows. More →