Tag: Philanthropy
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Great Valentine Gala 2017 with Vim Kochhar
The Great Valentine Gala has raised over $25 million for Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons since it’s inception in 1985. It’s revenues have helped support many organizations, programs, services, special events and homes for many physically challenged Canadians. Our host Darriel Roy had a chance to speak with Toronto businessman, philanthropist and CFPDP founder…
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Motionball Toronto Gala 2017 with Paul Etherington
We were on the scene at the 16th annual Motionball Toronto Gala in support of the Special Olympics Canada Foundation. Held at Liberty Grand and hosted by KiSS 92.5’s Devo Brown, the #motionballgala welcomed 2400 guests to an incredible evening of philanthropy and fun. Some of the performances included Skratch Bastid, DJ DxB, Dr. Draw,…
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Bethenny Frankel Launches New Charity Campaign for Women in Crisis
Bethenny Frankel Launches New Charity Campaign for Women in Crisis Real Housewife and entrepreneur, Bethenny Frankel has partnered with Dress For Success to create a new campaign, called B Strong: Find Your Yes as an initiative to support women in crisis. After her bitter divorce from Jason Hoppy, Frankel has used her experience as means…
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Gifts of Hope with Plan International Canada
We visited the Plan International Canada head office to learn about their Gifts of Hope – an ethical gift-giving program that gives twice: here and abroad. Our host Darriel Roy had a chance to speak with Director of Program Management, Sangita Patel. @PlanCanada @OTSNmedia
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Bono Launches AIDS Campaign with Julia Roberts and Channing Tatum
Bono Launches AIDS Campaign with Julia Roberts and Channing Tatum Bono has recently launched a new campaign for his AIDS charity (RED), allowing donors to win the opportunity to enjoy a private U2 concert, drink tea with Julia Roberts, party with Channing Tatum, have dinner with Neil Patrick Harris, or jet ski and snapchat with…
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Sleep Envie Launches with a Philanthropic Partnership
Canadian deliver-to-door mattress company for millennials, Sleep Envie, has launched it’s new website and online store. This Toronto based company is dedicated to improving overall sleep experience through their customized mattresses. From the very beginning Sleep Envie decided to give back by partnering with SKETCH – a Toronto organization devoted to helping at-risk and homeless…
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Amy Winehouse Fans Invited to Perform Her Classic Songs for Charity
Amy Winehouse Fans Invited to Perform Her Classic Songs for Charity We’ll never forget the legacy and brilliance of Amy Winehouse and now fans are invited to recreate their own versions of the singer’s classic songs. In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of Winehouse’s 2006 album, “Back to Black”, The Amy Winehouse Foundation has featured…
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Diana Krall to Perform for Elton John’s 15th Annual AIDS Gala
Diana Krall to Perform for Elton John’s 15th Annual AIDS Gala Elton John will be hosting yet another An Enduring Vision gala for the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) on November 2nd, 2016 in New York, NY. Diana Krall is set to perform as his special musical guest. “I’m so thrilled Diana will be joining…
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Victoria Beckham and son, Brooklyn team up for UNAIDS charity mission in Kenya
Victoria Beckham and son, Brooklyn team up for UNAIDS charity mission in Kenya Fashion icon, Victoria Beckham recently toned down the glamour and visited Kenya with her son, Brooklyn (17) in an effort to raise awareness about HIV. The Beckham family joined forces with UNAIDS and Born Free Africa to advocate for HIV testing and…