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Jon Hamm, Zac Efron And More Celebs Join Forces For School Day Auction Aug 28, 2014

Global charity auction site Charitybuzz recently launched the second annual “School Day” auction featuring once-in-a-lifetime experiences, with the proceeds benefiting Communities in Schools (CIS) and DonorsChoose.org. More →

Ice Bucket Challenge Heats Up For Charity Aug 18, 2014

In the last two weeks, the Ice Bucket Challenge has quite literally “soaked” the nation. Everyone from Ethel Kennedy to Justin Timberlake has poured a bucket of ice water over her or his head and has challenged others do the same or to make a donation to fight ALS within twenty-four hours. More →

Your Chance To Join Kate Hudson For Pilates And Jessica Alba For Yoga Aug 8, 2014

Here’s your chance to do pilates with Kate Hudson or yoga with Jessica Alba. More →

Comic-Con Takes Over San Diego For A Cause Jul 28, 2014

Celebrities, fans and costumed Super Heroes invaded San Diego on July 23-27, 2014, for the annual Comic-Con convention, which draws nearly 200,000 people every year. More →

John Legend Plays It Forward Nov 29, 2013

Crackle, the multi-platform entertainment network, has announced the launch of its first original music series, “Playing It Forward,” presented by FedEx. More →

Stars Donate Ties And Scarves To Cancer Charity Auction Nov 27, 2013

Kylie Minogue, Robert Downey Jr, Susan Boyle, Keith Richards, Amy Macdonald and a host of the world’s best loved and well-known house-hold names from music, film, TV and sport have pledged their support to male cancer awareness, by donating their signed and worn ties and scarves, all to be auctioned as part of Cancer charity Cahonas Scotland's eBay campaign. More →

Celebrities Attend "Night Before" Party For MPTF Feb 26, 2013

A star-studded host committee, Academy Awards nominees and presenters, along with some of the most powerful industry influencers converged on February 23rd, 2013 for the 11th annual “Night Before” party to benefit the Motion Picture and Television Fund Foundation. More →

Duran Duran Bassist Honored With Experience, Strength And Hope Award Feb 21, 2013

Global musical phenomenon John Taylor, the co-founder and bassist of Duran Duran — and today a critically acclaimed author — was honored with Writers In Treatment’s Experience, Strength and Hope Award on Friday night during a celebratory evening hosted by Writers In Treatment with support from New Directions for Women. More →

Duran Duran's John Taylor Honored For Addiction Recovery Memoir Feb 15, 2013

Writers In Treatment and New Directions for Women have joined forces to honor Duran Duran's founding member John Taylor with the Experience, Strength and Hope Award on Friday, February 15, 2013 at the Skirball Cultural Center. More →

Russell Brand Joins Robert Downey Jr At MPTF Event Oct 23, 2012

The entertainment industry turned out in force last night in support of the Motion Picture & Television Fund's (MPTF) second annual “Reel Stories, Real Lives” event, a unique evening of powerful readings which told the stories of industry members and their families who have benefitted from MPTF’s services over the years. More →

Stars Celebrate Babies With March Of Dimes Dec 5, 2011

The 6th Annual March Of Dimes Celebration Of Babies awards luncheon which was held on Friday, December 2, 2011 at the Beverly Hills Hotel raised nearly $1 million. More →

Sting's 60th Raises Millions For Charity Oct 3, 2011

A host of stars – including Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, and Mary J. Blige – helped celebrate Sting's 60th birthday on Saturday night, and raised $3.7 million for charity in the process. More →

Sting To Host Celebrity Charity Birthday Party Sep 30, 2011

Sting will be joined onstage by a number of musical legends this weekend at a special charity concert celebrating his 60th birthday. More →

Sting To Celebrate 60th Birthday With Massive Celebrity Charity Concert Aug 30, 2011

On October 1, 2011, join Sting at the Beacon Theater in New York City as he celebrates the 25th anniversary of his solo career on the eve of his 60th birthday with a very special concert event to benefit the Robin Hood Foundation. More →

Tom Petty Gets A Golden Heart For Charity May 9, 2011

Rock icon Tom Petty – along with his wife Dana Petty – will be honored at a charity event in Beverly Hills tonight in front of guests that will include Debi Mazar, Ed Begley Jr., Larry Miller, Bobby Caldwell, Tony Galla and many others. More →

Sting To Feature On Celebrity Charity Album For Nuclear Disarmament Feb 1, 2011

On May 10, Across the Universe Records will release Jonathan Elias’ ‘Prayer Cycle 2: Path To Zero,’ a collection of music produced by the celebrated composer that features a stunning array of world-renowned musicians and activists. Proceeds from the record will be donated to Global Zero, an international organization dedicated to nuclear disarmament. Contributors include Sting, Trudie Styler, Angélique Kidjo, Robert Downey Jr, Sinead O'Connor, Serj Tankian and more. More →

Chevy Chase Launches Annual Celebrity Charity Auction For GREEN Schools Dec 9, 2010

Want to hang with music legend Paul McCartney this holiday season? How about an intimate lunch with “The Griswolds”? Or a lesson with tennis superstar John McEnroe? More →

Anthony Hopkins To Be Honored By Charity This Weekend May 6, 2010

Anthony Hopkins is to be honored at a gala event this weekend by a homeless charity he once turned to for help. More →

Celebrity Guests Celebrate Oscars At Charity Parties Mar 9, 2010

The stars were out for charity over the weekend to celebrate the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. More →

Chevy Chase Launches Annual GREEN Auction Nov 9, 2009

Here is your chance to hit the links with Chevy Chase and Bill Murray for a Caddyshack Golf Outing! Chevy & Bill will go on the block once again in support of GREEN Community Schools providing the chance for the lucky winning bidder and a guest to go golfing with these old friends and stars of the beloved Caddyshack film. Who knows what hijinks will ensue out on the links with these two? More →

Take The Clothes From Celebrities' Backs For Awards Season Feb 3, 2009

February is already upon us and that can mean only one thing: the start of the Hollywood Awards Season! And to celebrate, Clothes Off Our Back is giving you the chance to bid on red carpet clothing and Hollywood memorabilia to raise money for charity. More →

Stars Get Behind A Big Problem Mar 12, 2008

Lolita is a 42-year-old living in Miami. Originally from Puget Sound near Washington, Lolita was forcibly taken from her home in 1970 – when she was only six years old – and forced to perform for people who would pay money to watch her. Thirty-seven years later, Lolita is still living in cramped conditions. More →