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Sir Ranulph Fiennes' Global Reach Challenge Jul 18, 2016

TMF Group is proud to announce its sponsorship of the ‘Global Reach Challenge’; renowned explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes’ world record breaking attempt to become the first person to cross both polar ice caps and climb the highest mountain on every continent. More →

Annie Lennox Speaks At Meeting On HIV, AIDS, Tuberculosis And Malaria Jul 18, 2016

Annie Lennox OBE, the former Eurythmics star and prominent HIV/AIDS campaigner, last week told British MPs that ending a death sentence for millions of impoverished people is possible — but only with the UK’s increased commitment to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TUBERCULOSIS AND MALARIA, an international public-private partnership set up to combat the scourge of fatal infections. More →

The Elders Welcome New Moves In Africa To End Child Marriage Jul 18, 2016

The Elders today welcomed recent moves by leaders in The Gambia, Tanzania and Uganda to end or curb child marriage, as part of the African Union’s continent-wide campaign to eradicate the harmful practice. More →

Chris Daughtry And Internet Dance Sensation Big Bang Balang Help Launch Operation Smile's UNTIL WE HEAL Campaign Jul 15, 2016

Hundreds of Operation Smile student volunteers from around the world will come together at San Diego State University to launch the UNTIL WE HEAL campaign globally. More →

David Ortiz Joins Prizeo To Raise Money For Charity Jul 15, 2016

Prizeo, the leader in online sweepstakes and experiences, is giving baseball fans the chance of a lifetime! More →

Oceana Presents: Sting Under The Stars Jul 15, 2016

Oceana, the largest international advocacy organization focused solely on ocean conservation, will host an intimate concert featuring a performance by 16-time Grammy Award winning artist and Oceana supporter, Sting, at a private residence on Tuesday, July 19th. More →

X Ambassadors Release Video Tribute To Wounded Veterans Jul 15, 2016

X Ambassadors and Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) are proud to release a new video for the hit “Unsteady” to support the work being done by WWP, and to remember the sacrifices made by wounded veterans across the country. More →

Elizabeth Henstridge And Zachary Abel Visit Mexico With Smile Train Jul 15, 2016

Over the weekend, Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft charity hosted a journey to Mexico, where actors and Smile Train supporters, Elizabeth Henstridge and Zachary Abel got to see the organization’s local programs in action. More →

Alec Baldwin Calls On Government To Shut Down Cherokee Bear Zoo Jul 14, 2016

In a letter sent this week on behalf of PETA, actor Alec Baldwin is calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to ban bear pits. More →

Save The Children Makes Statement On David Cameron's Legacy As British Prime Minister Jul 14, 2016

As British prime minister David Cameron steps down, Tanya Steele, Interim Chief Executive of Save the Children, made the following statement about his legacy on overseas aid. More →

Kenny Chesney Teams With ENGEL To Benefit No Shoes Reefs Jul 14, 2016

Kenny Chesney's commitment to the world’s waters is as deep as his commitment to the No Shoes Nation. More →

Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation Makes Historic Grant Announcement Jul 14, 2016

The Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation announces its largest-ever portfolio of environmental grants, increasing the organization’s total direct financial giving to over $59 million since 1998. More →

Mark Rylance Makes Plea To Prevent Annihilation Of Tribal Peoples Jul 14, 2016

Oscar winning actor Mark Rylance has made a film for Survival International, the global movement for tribal peoples’ rights, urging the public to help prevent the annihilation of tribal peoples around the world. 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 →

San Francisco To Honor Tony Bennett Jul 13, 2016

In recognition of internationally renowned singer, painter and civic leader Tony Bennett's contributions to San Francisco, the City will honor him with several tributes celebrating his 90th birthday. More →

NERD HQ Returns To San Diego For Sixth Year In 2016 Jul 13, 2016

Zachary Levi and David Coleman’s uber brand The Nerd Machine is bringing fan favorite NERD HQ back to the New Children’s Museum. More →

New PSA With UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Liam Neeson To #ENDviolence Jul 13, 2016

Yesterday at the United Nations children joined world leaders to launch a new partnership and fund to make ending violence a public priority and a collective responsibility. More →

Kenneth Cole: Ending AIDS Is Within Reach Jul 13, 2016

Ending AIDS means controlling the spread of HIV and lessening its impact on people’s lives, the Joint UN Programme fighting the epidemic (UNAIDS) has said, noting that the number of people on anti-retroviral treatment today has surpassed the number of new infections each year, and more countries are reporting that zero mother-to-child transmission of HIV is in sight. More →

David Beckham and Jennifer Lopez’s Brand Enacts Policy Against Ostrich Skins Jul 13, 2016

David Beckham, Jennifer Lopez and Rachel Zoe have all enacted policies against the use of ostrich skin in their collections. More →

Taylor Swift Visits Children's Hospital In Australia Jul 12, 2016

Taylor Swift visited sick kids at Brisbane’s Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital yesterday. More →

Hillary Clinton to Deliver Address at 107th NAACP Annual Convention Jul 12, 2016

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton will speak to attendees at the 107th Annual NAACP Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio on Monday, July 18th. More →

NASCAR Foundation to Host First-Ever Honors Gala in New York Jul 12, 2016

The NASCAR Foundation will host its first-ever Honors Gala at the Marriott Marquis in New York City Sept. 27 to unveil the winner of its signature Betty France Humanitarian Award Presented by Nationwide. More →

American Civics: A New Art Series by Shepard Fairey And The Jim Marshall Estate Jul 12, 2016

Debuting this summer, American Civics is the first-ever collaboration between acclaimed contemporary artist Shepard Fairey and the estate of legendary photographer Jim Marshall. More →

Elton John's Good Heart Boosts Love Bravery Range Jul 12, 2016

The Elton John AIDS Foundation and Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation have launched a new website – www.lovebravery.com – to promote love and compassion. More →

Items From Joan Rivers' Country Estate And Manhattan Apartment To Go Under The Hammer Jul 12, 2016

Beloved comedian, philanthropist, designer and global businesswoman Joan Rivers was known for her exquisite taste in fashion and interior decor. As the recent, highly successful Christie’s estate auction of her fine and decorative art collection revealed, Rivers appreciated quality and consistently bought the best of every category. More →

Bulgari And Save The Children Launch #RaiseYourHand Campaign Jul 11, 2016

Bulgari is proudly celebrating its philanthropic, global partnership with Save the Children by launching the new campaign #RAISEYOURHAND. More →

Jon Stewart Introduces His First Sanctuary Residents In New Video Jul 11, 2016

In an adorable new video starring Jon Stewart, his wife Tracey, and family, narrated by Emily Deschanel, the national farm animal protection organization Farm Sanctuary introduces the world to Anna and Maybelle, the very first residents of their upcoming New Jersey branch (slated to open spring 2017 at the Stewart’s farm). More →

The Elders Support Efforts To Resolve Burundi Conflict Jul 11, 2016

The Elders welcome the planned resumption of the Inter-Burundian Dialogue as part of ongoing efforts to resolve the current crisis in Burundi, under East African Community facilitator Benjamin Mkapa. More →

Stars Create The BFG Dream Jar Trail For Save The Children Jul 11, 2016

Inspired by the release of the highly anticipated film, The BFG, and the celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s birth, director Steven Spielberg, actor Mark Rylance, HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, Professor Stephen Hawking and the Delevingne sisters are among dozens of high-profile individuals supporting a project to raise money for children across the world. More →

UNICEF Mexico Names Thalía As National Ambassador Jul 11, 2016

UNICEF Mexico has announced the appointment of award-winning recording artist Thalía as its newest UNICEF National Ambassador. More →