Working to Give: Philanthropies & Philanthropic Work
Stories of Philanthropy & Corporate Giving
The 12th annual Global Citizen Festival returned to New York City’s Central Park on Saturday, September 28, 2024, drawing a crowd of 60,000 attendees despite rainy weather. This event, held in conjunction with the UN General Assembly, aims to unite world leaders, artists, and activists in the fight against extreme[…]
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In 2011, Jerry Ashton and Craig Antico, were executives in the debt collection business. The two decided to visit the Occupy Wall Street protests that were taking place in Zuccotti Park in New York City, not knowing that it would change the course of both their lives. While there,[…]
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Taylor Swift is delighting the country with her 2023 Eras Tour – but it’s not just her music that is bringing joy to fans. Swift has been making generous donations to food banks in every city where she performs. During a two-night stint in Detroit, Swift, age 33, made a[…]
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In March 2023, Roblox unveiled its latest idea to help promote giving in the youth community. This online, social gaming platform has partnered with ComicRelief US to create the “Kids Relief Presents: Solarpunk Simulator” in an effort to help kids have fun while fighting poverty. Solarpunk Simulator takes place in[…]
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With the cost of living rising across England, more citizens are finding themselves in need of basic necessities. Unfortunately, an increasing number of residents are finding it impossible to provide their families with three meals a day. FoodCycle is a London-based organization that offers meals on a weekly basis to[…]
Read moreLate this September, three hot bands will combine their efforts at one of the most popular concerts of the year- the Global Festival 2012. Tickets for the event, which will feature The Black Keys, Foo Fighters and Neil Young with Crazy Horse, cannot be bought in advance, however. Instead, fans[…]
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It’s nice to see some celebrities putting their money in the right place. On July 6, 2012, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith traveled to Ethiopia with charity:water. Their plan started in 2010 when, rather than having birthday presents that year, they donated money to charity:water. They asked their fans to[…]
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A non-profit never knows where its next big check might come from. And little did Oxfam, an international charity that fights poverty, know that Roger Federer’s win at Wimbledon would bring them $157,750. But that’s exactly what happened this week. Nine years ago when Federer won Wimbledon for the first[…]
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Run, don't walk, to Walgreens and Duane Reade will supplies last to grab up the commemorative charity bracelets they are selling for the Magic Johnson Foundation. Teaming up to raise money for health, educational and social needs or urban communities, Walgreens is selling the bracelets at all 7800 of its[…]
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Today, The Grille at Morrison House is doing a meaningful and fun fundraiser. While raising money for the Dress for Success nonprofit, they are creating an entertaining night for all. Emily Wines will be teaching those in attendance how to make champagne cocktails. Brian McPherson, the Morrison House chef, will[…]
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