Working to Give: Philanthropies & Philanthropic Work
Stories of Philanthropy & Corporate Giving
People’s individual stories can be incredibly inspirational. Doc Hendley was raised by Christian missionaries and soon became a rebel and party-goer. As he said, “Everything was just about me and what I was doing that night.” Then, a close friend pushed him to do something meaningful with his life, and[…]
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Certainly, people who are hungry need food – but sometimes they can also use the pick-me-up of a great cup of coffee as well. That’s what Dunkin’ Donuts is assuming, anyway, as it gives away thousands of cups of coffee for charity. Dunkin’ Donuts just recently donated 500 pounds of[…]
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Pushups For Charity seems to have taken on a life of its own – and for good reason. The annual charity event is a way to raise money for a worthy cause, and Pushups For Charity 2012 will donate the proceeds to The Boot Campaign. The Boot Campaign is a[…]
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It’s hard to take anything that Charlie Sheen has to say these days too seriously, but the man does have 7 million followers on Twitter. So, when he tweets something out – people do seem to be listening. That’s why it was big news when he tweeted recently to his[…]
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Kim Kardashian is, apparently, inspiring those in Glendale. After she mentioned on camera that she wants to become the mayor of Glendale (a position that doesn’t exist), Kim inspired Massage Envy Spa of Glendale owner Helen McDonagh. Her Massage Envy Spa is now going to be the campaign headquarters from[…]
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The MLB All-Star Game Charity 5K and Fun Run just got that much more exciting. Set to take place on Sunday, July 8th in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, the charity event just signed on award-winning actress, singer and Stand Up To Cancer Ambassador Kristin Chenoweth. She’ll be joining Hall of[…]
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Anyone who enjoys the Indy 500 will want to be present at the Indy 500 Soiree presented by Lucas Oil taking place at the Lucas Estate on Friday, May 25th at 7pm. This is an annual event that raises money for important charities in Indianapolis and the surrounding area. The[…]
Read moreMorningside Elementary in Great Falls, Montana understands how to motivate students and how to teach them about charity work. When Melody Stevens, a popular kindergarten teacher, was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, the school decided to show its support by joining Pop Tabs for Charity through the National Institutes[…]
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Laura Bush is coming out of the woodwork to be the keynote speaker at the third Star Executive Summit on May 24th at the Embassy Suites Frisco Conference Center. Star Children’s Charity financially supports non-profit organizations in Collin County, Texas that focus on the wellbeing of children. It was founded[…]
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Just a few days ago, Jack Wagner hosted the 6th Annual Jack Wagner Celebrity Classic golf tournament which benefited The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. On April 16th, 2012, the Emmy Award nominated actor, recording artist and committed philanthropist showed how committed he is to charitable causes and to cancer research.[…]
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