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EBONY Announces The 2013 POWER 100 Honorees‏ Oct 25, 2013

EBONY Magazine has unveiled its annual EBONY Power 100 list, which salutes the remarkable achievements of African-Americans. More →

Magic Johnson Addresses The Nation's High School Dropout Rate Sep 18, 2013

In an effort to increase the number of former dropouts receiving their high school diploma, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, two-time NBA Hall-of-Famer and business titan, is making new friendships to take action in addressing the high school dropout epidemic. More →

Magic Johnson Honors Students At Scholarship Event Jul 31, 2013

This weekend in Los Angeles, Magic Johnson hosted an event honoring high achieving minority youth throughout the United States who have earned the Magic Johnson Foundation's (MJF) Taylor Michaels Scholarship. More →

Be Robin Thicke's Roadie For A Day Jul 19, 2013

Today, music mogul Russell Simmons announced the launch of his annual ART FOR LIFE online auction, featuring 30 incredible experiences with a legion of legendary musicians, actors, artists and entrepreneurs, at global charity auction site Charitybuzz. More →

Magic Johnson To Honor Students At Brunch Jul 18, 2013

Magic Johnson is to honor students and celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Magic Johnson Foundation's Taylor Michaels Scholarship Program at a special brunch on July 27. More →

Magic Johnson And Jennifer Hudson Kick Off We Day In Seattle Mar 27, 2013

Today, the first-ever U.S. We Day kicks off in Seattle with a remarkable lineup of speakers and performers, including Magic Johnson, Jennifer Hudson and Seattle Seahawks Head Coach, Pete Carroll, taking the stage to inspire 15,000 young people at the KeyArena at Seattle Center. More →

Magic Johnson And Common Pay It Forward With Coca-Cola Feb 11, 2013

NBA legend and business mogul Earvin "Magic" Johnson, multi-Grammy Award-winning musician, actor and philanthropist Common, and Black Entertainment Television (BET) chairman and CEO Debra Lee join forces with Coca-Cola this month in a movement to uplift and pay it forward to the next generation. More →

Magic Johnson Sings Praises For Mount Sinai Hospital Sep 7, 2012

Music is believed to help heal the sick and inspire the soul. In fact, the healing power of music is swiftly gaining acceptance in modern health care with music therapy commonly used to complement many rehabilitation therapies. Inspired by the emotional power of music, Mount Sinai Hospital Chicago, a member of Sinai Health System, is launching a new philanthropic initiative – Sounds of Sinai – which is dedicated to improving care for patients. More →

Shaq O'Neal Honored By Buoniconti Fund To Cure Paralysis Aug 8, 2012

The Buoniconti Fund To Cure Paralysis, the fundraising arm of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, will host its 27th Annual Great Sports Legends Dinner at the Waldorf=Astoria on Monday, September 24, 2012. More →

Magic Johnson Honors Scholars Aug 3, 2012

Magic Johnson, along with sponsor FedEx, honored 33 scholars who earned the Magic Johnson Foundation's Taylor Michaels Scholarship this week at a special brunch at The Skirball Center. More →

Star-Studded Auction To Benefit Russell Simmon's Art For Life Jul 25, 2012

This weekend, A-list artists and entertainers will once again descend on Russell Simmons' Hamptons estate for the 13th Annual Art for Life East Hampton Benefit to celebrate the creative energy of NYC youth and honor individuals in the community for their philanthropic work. More →

Magic Johnson Foundation Launches Charity Bracelet Campaign Apr 4, 2012

Walgreens and the Magic Johnson Foundation have announced a national campaign to address the health, educational and social needs of ethnically diverse, urban communities. Walgreens is now selling a commemorative charity bracelet at all of its more than 7,800 stores, including all Duane Reade locations in New York and New Jersey, with $2 from each purchase benefitting the Magic Johnson Foundation. More →

Miley Cyrus To Perform At Muhammad Ali's Celebrity Fight Night Mar 2, 2012

Rascal Flatts, Lionel Richie, Rita Wilson and Miley Cyrus will perform at Muhammad Ali's annual Celebrity Fight Night in Arizona on March 24. More →

Rob Lowe To Honor California's Best At Hall Of Fame Event Dec 8, 2011

The California Museum, home of the California Hall of Fame, welcomes Visit California’s celebrity spokesperson Rob Lowe as a special guest at the California Hall of Fame on Thurs., Dec 8, 2011. Lowe will join the official State of California ceremony to applaud Californians whose accomplishments have impacted not just the state, but the nation and the world. More →

Denzel Washington And Celebrity Friends Launch New Charity PSA Sep 22, 2011

Boys' and Girls' Clubs of America (BGCA) have announced a star-studded new Public Service Advertising (PSA) campaign, featuring 21 notable Club alumni dramatically showcasing the impact of the Boys & Girls Club experience in transforming the lives of young people. More →

Warren Beatty And Annette Bening To Be Honored At Charity Event Aug 29, 2011

Warren Beatty and Annette Bening will be among the honorees at the 10th anniversary Eagle & Badge Gala in LA on Tuesday, August 30. More →

Jamie Foxx And Magic Johnson: Real Men Give Back At Celebrity Charity Event May 18, 2011

Casa Décor is hosting a huge charity event on June 2, 2011 in downtown Los Angeles titled: Surreal4Real – Real Men Give Back. This event will benefit two charities: The Little Princess Foundation and Haven Hills. Both are local organizations that dedicate their time to helping women and children. More →

Kelly Clarkson And Bret Michaels To Perform At Muhammad Ali Celebrity Charity Event Mar 7, 2011

Muhammad Ali's annual celebrity charity Fight Night is to return to Arizona this month. More →

Bill Clinton To Be Honored At Magic Johnson Foundation Celebrity Charity Event Nov 15, 2010

The tenth Annual Heroes in the Struggle Gala concert and awards presented by the Black AIDS Institute and the Magic Johnson Foundation will take place at the Avalon Hollywood on World AIDS Day, December 1. More →

Stars To Attend Black AIDS Film Premiere Tonight Sep 24, 2010

In an effort to fight AIDS stigma and raise awareness of the HIV and AIDS epidemic in black communities, several black celebrities have joined the Black AIDS Institute to host the Hollywood premiere of “The Other City,” the groundbreaking documentary that shines a light on the HIV/AIDs epidemic in Washington, DC. More →

Jordin Sparks And Friends Hit The Stage For Hearing Charity Aug 23, 2010

More than 1400 supporters packed the RiverCentre ballroom in Minnesota last month for an unforgettable night of entertainment, inspiration, and more than $7 million of generosity. More →

Football Star Invites Celebrities To Charity Golf Tournament Mar 15, 2010

A huge number of sports stars, actors and singers – including Rodney Peete – are to hit the greens near Dallas on May 15 for the inaugural Emmitt Smith Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament to benefit the Pat and Emmitt Smith Charities – an organization that creates educational experiences and enrichment opportunities for underserved children. More →

Arnold Schwarzenegger And KISS Sign Poker Table For Charity Mar 9, 2010

Poker fans will be itching to get their hands on a poker table signed by some great celebrities being auctioned for charity. More →

LTTS Exclusive - Ashley Judd Awarded As Hollywood Hero Nov 13, 2009

Look To The Stars contributers Fatima Fofana and Crystal A Johnson were guests at a very special event that honored a philanthropic actress this week. They filed this report and exclusive photos. More →

Ashley Judd To Receive Hollywood Hero Award Oct 1, 2009

Accomplished film, television and Broadway actress and philanthropist, Ashley Judd will be honored November 10 as the recipient of the fourth annual USA TODAY Hollywood Hero Award being presented by USA TODAY President and Publisher David Hunke. The award recognizes her work as Global Ambassador for YouthAIDS, the education and prevention program of Population Services International (PSI). More →

Curtis Granderson Hosts Charity Bachelor Auction Jul 24, 2009

Major League Baseball player Curtis Granderson hosted a charity wine evening and bachelor auction last night, July 23, to raise money for his Grand Kids Foundation. More →

Charitable Stars Shine For Obama Jan 22, 2009

Celebrities were out and about in droves on Tuesday to celebrate Barack Obama's inauguration by attending several charity balls. More →

CNN Hunts For Humanitarian Heroes Nov 18, 2008

Anderson Cooper will host the “CNN Heroes – An All-Star Tribute” event this weekend to find ordinary people who have accomplished extraordinary deeds. More →

Alicia Keys Celebrity Charity Auction To Support Keep A Child Alive Nov 6, 2008

Alicia Keys and many of her celebrity friends are coming together for a star-studded celebrity charity auction benefitting Keep A Child Alive. More →

Get Ready For The Carousel Of Hope This Weekend Oct 23, 2008

The annual Carousel of Hope Gala will take place this weekend to raise money for the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes. More →