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Country Music Stars Raise Cash For Storm Victims May 17, 2011

Last Thrusday, May 12, CMT premiered MUSIC BUILDS: THE CMT DISASTER RELIEF CONCERT – a live, commercial-free, 90-minute concert special designed to raise awareness and funds for those affected by the recent devastating storms, flooding and tornadoes. More →

Stars Unite For Japan With Charity Videos May 13, 2011

Two months ago, Japan experienced a massive 9.0 earthquake and the devastating tsunami that followed. In response to this tragedy, actor Ken Watanabe launched www.uniteforjapan.org to rally people to donate funds for Japan’s relief effort through key organizations like the American Red Cross, Japan Society & Global Giving. More →

Country Music Stars To Unite For Tornado Victims Tonight May 12, 2011

CMT and its pro-social initiative CMT One Country will tonight air Music Builds: The CMT Disaster Relief Concert – a live, commercial-free, 90-minute celebrity charity concert special featuring a special call to action from President Obama, as well as performances by Hank Williams, Jr., Alabama, Alan Jackson, Gretchen Wilson, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Tim McGraw, Trace Adkins and more to raise awareness and funds for those affected by the recent devastating storms, flooding and tornadoes. More →

Stars Get Blue For Child Abuse Prevention Month Mar 30, 2011

April marks the 28th anniversary of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to child abuse education, awareness and prevention activities. More →

Farm Sanctuary Celebrates 25 Years Of Animal Protection Mar 22, 2011

This year, Farm Sanctuary, the organization responsible for bringing farm animal issues into the mainstream consciousness celebrates its 25th anniversary. More →

Celebrities Pen Letter To President Obama For Gay Rights Mar 15, 2011

A number of stars have added their names to a letter to Barack Obama urging him to end discrimination of same-sex marriages. More →

Justin Bieber's Hair Sells For Charity Mar 3, 2011

The lock of hair Justin Bieber gave Ellen DeGeneres last week has sold for US$40,668, with proceeds going to charity. More →

Ellen DeGeneres To Party With The Pigs Mar 2, 2011

Talk show host Ellen DeGeneres and partner Portia de Rossi are big fans of an amazing organization called The Gentle Barn, which rescues and rehabilitates farm animals in need of help. More →

Bieber's Hair Raising Thousands for Charities Feb 28, 2011

Justin Bieber's recently trimmed locks will be benefitting a variety of causes – from education to animals. More →

Kristin Davis To Be Honored For Charity By Humane Society Feb 3, 2011

Kristin Davis will receive The Wyler Award, one of The Humane Society of the United States' most prestigious honors, at the animal protection organization’s 25th Anniversary Genesis Awards. More →

Elton John Announces Annual Celebrity Charity Oscar Viewing Party Feb 1, 2011

The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) announced today that the 19th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party hosted by Sir Elton John and David Furnish will take place on Sunday, February 27, at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles. More →

Charity Doodle Day USA Needs Celebrity Help Feb 1, 2011

Neurofibromatosis, Inc.’s fifth annual Doodle Day USA celebrity charity auction will begin on eBay Thursday, May 12. More →

DoSomething.org's Top 20 2010 Celebrity Charity Champions Dec 27, 2010

DoSomething.org – the website that aims to inspire, support and celebrate a generation of doers: people who see the need to do something, believe in their ability to get it done, and then take action – has released a list of what it considers to be the top 20 “Celebs Gone Good” for 2010. More →

Ellen DeGeneres Brings Christmas Cheer To Shelter Pets Dec 24, 2010

Halo, Purely for Pets, a leading producer of holistic pet care products, announced today it has “delivered” on the brand’s goal of donating 1 million meals to shelter pets awaiting adoption in 2010. More →

Bill Clinton Named As PETA's Person Of The Year Dec 21, 2010

PETA has named Bill Clinton as its 2010 Person Of The Year. More →

Adopt A Farm Animal For Christmas Dec 20, 2010

With only a handful of shopping days left and the stores packed with long lines and the usual selection of uninspired gifts, here is an idea for a gift that is so special, so heartwarming and so utterly unique that it can’t be found in any store. More →

Justin Bieber Releases Charity Album And Makes Anti-Bullying Video Nov 26, 2010

Pop sensation Justin Bieber will donate some of the proceeds from his new acoustic album to charity. More →

Stars Celebrate Turkeys This Thanksgiving! Nov 22, 2010

Thanksgiving is this week, and many celebrities are looking forward to celebrating turkeys, not eating them! More →

Top Chef's Padma Lakshmi Wants Healthier School Lunches Nov 22, 2010

Top Chef host Padma Lakshmi is America’s newest advocate for healthy school lunches. More →

Adopt A Turkey With Ellen DeGeneres Oct 4, 2010

Thanksgiving is a time of great warmth, gratitude and the comfort of being surrounded by family and friends — unless you’re a turkey. More →

Stars Support STOMP Out Bullying Charity Auction Sep 30, 2010

Love Our Children USA has announced that NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg, San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders and South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford are proclaiming October 4th BLUE SHIRT DAY – DAY OF BULLYING PREVENTION to signify the importance of National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week, October 3rd – 9th with bullying prevention activities taking place throughout the month. More →

Stars Come Out For PETA 30th Anniversary Party Sep 27, 2010

Alec Baldwin let the stars shine at PETA's 30th Anniversary Gala and Humanitarian Awards Show on Saturday night, celebrating the groundbreaking work of the animal welfare charity and its celebrity supporters. More →

Hugh Jackman Wants Healthier School Lunches Sep 24, 2010

Hugh Jackman is ripping into the problem of unhealthy school lunches. More →

Jennie Garth Wants Healthier School Lunches Sep 10, 2010

Jennie Garth, star of Beverly Hills, 90210, thinks greasy school lunches are not so cool—and the mother of three wants Congress to help students get better options. More →

PETA To Celebrate 30th Anniversary With Celebrity Friends Sep 3, 2010

PETA is set to host its 30th Anniversary Gala in Hollywood on September 25, and a plethora of stars are expected to come out. More →

Bid On Tickets To American Idol Live For Charity Jul 9, 2010

Two lucky fans will get the once-in-a lifetime opportunity to get up close & personal with this year’s “American Idol” champion Lee DeWyze and runner-up Crystal Bowersox at one of 48 cities featured on the 2010 American Idols Live Tour! More →

Sarah Silverman Joins The Fight For Healthier School Lunches Jun 24, 2010

Comedian Sarah Silverman is the latest celebrity to advocate for healthy school lunches, urging Congress to support the Healthy School Meals Act of 2010, a bill that will help schools serve healthier meal options. More →

Vote For PETA's Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrity Jun 14, 2010

It’s that time of year again – PETA is looking for it’s Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrity of 2010, and you can vote for the winner. More →

Glee's Jane Lynch To Host Do Something Charity Awards May 26, 2010

DoSomething.org has announced comedic actress and star of “Glee”, Jane Lynch as host of its star-studded “Do Something Awards” live telecast on VH1 on July 19, 2010 at 9PM EDT. More →

Ellen DeGeneres Joins Fight For Healthy School Lunches May 25, 2010

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are the latest stars to urge Congress to pass the Healthy School Meals Act of 2010, which will see plant-based meals and non-dairy beverages a requirement in school lunchrooms. More →