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Annie Lennox – An Evening of Music and Conversation in Glasgow Jun 17, 2019

Following the resounding success of the first evening held in March 2018 at Sadler’s Wells Theatre, London, Annie Lennox will once again share thoughts, memories and reflections during an event of conversation, musical performance and visual imagery on 26th September 2019. More →

Joel McHale Hosts SAG-AFTRA Foundation 10th Annual L.A. Golf Classic Jun 17, 2019

On June 10, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation held its 10th Annual L.A. Golf Classic hosted by actor, comedian and host of the new ABC game show Card Sharks Joel McHale at a private golf club in Burbank, California. More →

Amy Poehler Honored at Star-Studded 2019 Women In Film Annual Gala Jun 17, 2019

Last week, Women In Film, Los Angeles (WIF, LA) celebrated outstanding women in the entertainment industry with the 2019 Women In Film Annual Gala presented by Max Mara with additional support from Delta Air Lines and Lexus. More →

20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port Raises $6.6 Million Jun 17, 2019

This year, over 2,000 people participated in the 20th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port presented by Pepsi-Cola and Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation, a cycling, run and walk fundraiser from Boston to Hyannis Port, May 31 – June 1. More →

Bruno Mars Rocks Star-Studded Blue Diamond Gala Jun 14, 2019

Earlier this week, the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) hosted its 5th Anniversary Blue Diamond Gala, a star-studded evening that featured an exhilarating performance by world-renowned musician Bruno Mars. More →

Helena Christensen Appointed Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR Jun 14, 2019

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, today announced the appointment of model, photographer and humanitarian supporter, Helena Christensen as its newest Goodwill Ambassador. More →

Stars Unite At Soccer Aid For UNICEF Gala Jun 14, 2019

Soccer Aid for UNICEF players including Usain Bolt, Niall Horan, Jamie Redknapp and Sir Mo Farah joined more than 250 guests for a star-studded gala tonight at the Science Museum in South Kensington, raising a staggering £425,000 to support Unicef’s vital work protecting children in danger around the world. More →

Rob Thomas’ Sidewalk Angels Foundation Brings Awareness About Lyme Disease Prevention Jun 14, 2019

Grammy Award-winning musician Rob Thomas and his wife, Marisol, through their Sidewalk Angels Foundation (SWA) have partnered with Global Lyme Alliance (GLA) to share the importance of protecting your entire family — including pets – from Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. More →

Stars To Participate in SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Game Changers Screening Series Jun 13, 2019

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation presents Game Changers, a four-night outdoor screening series June 27-30, featuring groundbreaking films and television that impacted diversity and representation in media, reimagined traditional narratives, and achieved major advances in storytelling. More →

Jon Stewart Addresses Congress Over 9/11 Victims Fund Jun 13, 2019

Jon Stewart addressed Congress on Tuesday, at a hearing about reauthorising funding for people with diseases linked to the 9/11 crash sites. More →

Tiffani Thiessen Delivers Keynote Address at Mamas Making It Summit Jun 13, 2019

On Saturday, June 8, 2019, actress, author and entrepreneur Tiffani Thiessen spoke at the third annual Mamas Making It Summit in Los Angeles, CA – an immersive conference hosted by Fashion Mamas that aims to help working mothers take their careers and connections to the next level. More →

Eva Longoria To Be Honored At ADCOLOR Awards Jun 13, 2019

ADCOLOR, the premier organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting professionals of color and diversity in the creative industries, announced their 2019 Honorees and Nominees at ADCOLOR Live in the Facebook Live Studios. More →

George Clooney Calls on U.S. to Help Stop Mass Killings of Peaceful Protesters in Sudan Jun 12, 2019

George Clooney and John Prendergast are calling on the U.S. Congress and the Trump Administration to act immediately to freeze and seize assets of Sudan’s military leaders responsible for murderous attacks on peaceful protesters. More →

Lady Gaga Announces teen Mental Health First Aid Pilot Program Will Expand Jun 12, 2019

Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation and the National Council for Behavioral Health announced that they will expand teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) to 20 additional high schools around the country this fall. More →

The Women's Forum of New York Announces Honorees for The 9th Annual Elly Awards Jun 12, 2019

The Women’s Forum of New York will present the 9th Annual Elly Awards Luncheon benefiting The Education Fund of the Women’s Forum on Monday, June 17th, at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. More →

Alec Baldwin Will Pose Question to SeaWorld Executives at Annual Meeting Jun 12, 2019

“When will SeaWorld stop allowing trainers to use dolphins as surfboards, standing on their faces and backs, to perform circus-style shows?” In the wake of the Canadian Parliament’s passage of a bill yesterday to end the captivity of whales and dolphins there, that’s the question that Alec Baldwin will pose to SeaWorld executives at the company’s annual online meeting on Wednesday. More →

Taraji P. Henson Attends Inaugural Can We Talk? Benefit Dinner Jun 11, 2019

The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF), founded by actress and activist Taraji P. Henson, held the inaugural “Can We Talk?” Benefit Dinner on Friday night at the Newseum in Washington D.C. BLHF Executive Director Tracie Jenkins presented American actress, singer and activist, Jenifer Lewis with the first ever “I Rise” Award for her trailblazing philanthropic efforts to erase the stigma around mental illness. More →

Designated Survivor Star Kal Penn and Other Celebrities Back New Bipartisan Circus Bill Jun 11, 2019

Actors, directors, and musicians are backing a bill to end the suffering of wild and exotic animals in traveling shows, which was showcased with a livestream launch event in Congress on May 21. More →

Celebrities Support World Environment Day Through Call for Code 2019 Global Challenge Jun 11, 2019

The Call for Code 2019 Global Challenge, created by David Clark, CEO of David Clark Cause, and launched with Founding Partner IBM, has become the largest engagement of developers in history. More →

Princess Charlene of Monaco Visits Wallis Annenberg PetSpace Jun 11, 2019

Princess Charlene of Monaco was recently welcomed at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace. More →

Angelina Jolie Visits Colombia With UNHCR Jun 10, 2019

UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie traveled to Colombia’s border area with Venezuela on Friday to assess the humanitarian response to the exodus of Venezuelan refugees and migrants – the largest and fastest movement of people in Latin America’s recent history. More →

Jessica and Jerry Seinfeld Host Good+ Foundation 2019 NY Bash Jun 10, 2019

On Wednesday, June 5, GOOD+ Foundation, a leading national nonprofit founded by Jessica Seinfeld that provides training and support to fathers and families living in poverty, held the 2019 NY Bash at Victorian Gardens in Central Park, NY. More →

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to Hold Third Annual Walk and Play L.A. Jun 10, 2019

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) will hold its Third Annual Walk and Play L.A. presented by Disney on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and Exposition Park. More →

The Elders Call on Egypt’s al-Sisi to Uphold AU Commitments on Sudan Transition Jun 10, 2019

The Elders today called on Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, current Chair of the African Union, to clearly and unequivocally uphold the AU’s commitment to an inclusive, democratic transition to civilian rule in Sudan following the recent killings of protesters. More →

Toni Braxton Narrates New PSA For Lupus LA Jun 7, 2019

Lupus LA, a non-profit organization dedicated to finding the causes of and a cure for lupus, today unveiled its first-ever public service announcement as part of their Your Story Our Fight campaign, which launched earlier this month at their annual fundraiser, the Orange Ball 2019. More →

Los Angeles Dodgers Named Finalist for ESPN's Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year Jun 7, 2019

The Los Angeles Dodgers today were named a finalist for the Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year, ESPN announced, in recognition of the work of the club’s official charity, the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF). More →

Girl Scouts And Clinton Foundation Host Bipartisan Panel On Importance Of Civics Education Jun 7, 2019

Earlier this week, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) joined Chelsea Clinton of the Clinton Foundation and other bipartisan leaders to discuss the importance of educating today’s youth about civics to preserve and strengthen our country’s democracy. More →

Experiences for Good: IfOnly Partners with Big Red Group to Launch in Australia Jun 7, 2019

IfOnly has launched their premium curated experiences in partnership with The Big Red Group (BRG) in Australia. More →

Nile Rogers Calls To Give Prison Offenders A Second Chance Jun 6, 2019

Multiple Grammy-winning composer, producer arranger and guitarist, Nile Rodgers is the latest musician to actively support Key4Life, the UK charity that helps reduce youth offending and gang warfare through the delivery of an innovative rehabilitation programme. More →

Ed Asner Joined by Celebrity Friends at Poker Tournament Jun 6, 2019

The 7th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Poker Tournament Celebrity Night was sold out and a huge success raising in excess of $150,000 in much needed funds for The Ed Asner Family Center, (TEAFC) dedicated to helping differently “abled” individuals with autism, developmental delays and other special needs and their families. More →