Mending Kids, a nonprofit organization is hosting its first ever "MASKrAID Campaign" virtual online auction to raise funds for the ongoing shortages of PPE for frontline health care workers, teachers and students in disadvantaged communities. The auction will launch on Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Up for bid will be a collection of one-of-a-kind celebrity … [Read more...] about Courteney Cox, Matthew McConaughey, Thandie Newton, Kaia Gerber, Gene Simmons Come Together to Design One-of-a-Kind Face Masks for COVID-19 Relief Auction: MASKrAID
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Evergreen Podcasts Launches Movie Marathoners
As part of its growth strategy, Evergreen Podcasts is adding a number of movie-based podcasts to its ever-growing podcast network during July. Evergreen is proud to announce the launch of Movie Marathoners, a podcast with a quick-witted take on modern movie making. The podcast was created and is hosted by Matti Groll. The podcast joins a growing list of movie-based content … [Read more...] about Evergreen Podcasts Launches Movie Marathoners
Noise for Now X Seeding Sovereignty Mask Campaign Announced
In partnership, NOISE FOR NOW and Seeding Sovereignty announce the NOISE FOR NOW X SEEDING SOVEREIGNTY MASK CAMPAIGN, in response to the severe impacts Indigenous communities are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With each purchase of the NOISE FOR NOW X SEEDING SOVEREIGNTY Mask or Bandana, one mask will be donated to the Indigenous Impact … [Read more...] about Noise for Now X Seeding Sovereignty Mask Campaign Announced
With Its Film Fest Postponed by the Pandemic, Rare-Disease Group Starts Its Own Streaming Channel
Rare Outreach Coalition was forced to postpone its May 18th event in New York City (Disorder: The Rare Disease Film Festival) due to COVID-19. ROC has now launched The Disorder Channel as a new platform to provide another showcase for rare disease films. The channel is available for free on the Roku platform and Amazon Fire TV. It features many previously unseen rare films and … [Read more...] about With Its Film Fest Postponed by the Pandemic, Rare-Disease Group Starts Its Own Streaming Channel
CUPID Supports Mental Wellness With the Cupid Shuffle in ‘All of Us’ World Dance Battle 2020
Social distancing has kept people from each other with business shutdowns with new levels of sanitation and safety. World-renowned American singer, Cupid, known for his freestyle solo dance song “Cupid Shuffle,” is joining CBZ Reboot, Inc., a non-profit organization for movement and mental wellness, to take the challenge and submit a 10-20 second video of the “The … [Read more...] about CUPID Supports Mental Wellness With the Cupid Shuffle in ‘All of Us’ World Dance Battle 2020
Gospel, R&B Artists to Lend Voices for World Sickle Cell Day Livestream on June 18 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Several gospel and R&B artists are lending their voices for a livestream on World Sickle Cell Day to raise awareness and support for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Called 'Inspired: Together #forStJude,' the event will take place from 6-8 p.m. ET, on Thursday, June 18, on St. Jude social media channels, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, … [Read more...] about Gospel, R&B Artists to Lend Voices for World Sickle Cell Day Livestream on June 18 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
16-Year-Old Filmmaker & Actress Meredith Grace Dabney Releases Award-Winning Short “HERE TODAY”
Filmmaker and actress Meredith Grace Dabney releases her award-winning short film HERE TODAY which chronicles the life of a high school girl struggling to find her identity with a new group of friends. The film comes directly from the filmmaker’s production company Astrabeta Creations in association with Arvold Productions and Point Nine Films. This universally … [Read more...] about 16-Year-Old Filmmaker & Actress Meredith Grace Dabney Releases Award-Winning Short “HERE TODAY”
Debbie Allen and Friends Join Forces to Create an International Dance-a-Thon to Support the Dance Community During COVID-19 – June 13, 2020
Debbie Allen Dance Academy, JaQuel Knight Foundation, Dance Media, AIDS Healthcare Foundation, and Annenberg Foundation present Dance To The Music, a worldwide digital dance-a-thon on Saturday, June 13, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. (noon to midnight PT) on Instagram and Facebook. COVID-19 created an instant BLACKOUT for theaters, dance schools, concerts, festivals, … [Read more...] about Debbie Allen and Friends Join Forces to Create an International Dance-a-Thon to Support the Dance Community During COVID-19 – June 13, 2020
James Taylor Debuts New Video for “As Easy as Rolling Off a Log”
James Taylor debuted the video for "As Easy As Rolling Off A Log," a track from his critically acclaimed new album American Standard, during the sixth annual "Red Nose Day Special," which aired last week on NBC. The two-hour primetime event -- which raised awareness and critical funds for children who are living in poverty around the world - also featured appearances by Blake … [Read more...] about James Taylor Debuts New Video for “As Easy as Rolling Off a Log”
Hormel Foods Announces the First-Ever Hormel Film Festival: Six Films Showcasing Heroes Making a Difference May 11-15
Hormel Foods, a global branded food company, announced it will present six powerful and hope-filled short films during a five-day virtual film festival, starting Monday, May 11, and running through May 15. Each film profiles uncommon heroes ranging in age from 12 to 101 who show us that it is possible to thrive against incredible odds. See SPAM products. "Given the current … [Read more...] about Hormel Foods Announces the First-Ever Hormel Film Festival: Six Films Showcasing Heroes Making a Difference May 11-15