Category: Charitable Events

CharityNavigator.org ~ Helping Haiti

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Help Survivors of the Earthquake in Haiti

On January 12th a 7.0 earthquake hit Haiti’s capital, Port-Au-Prince and caused massive devastation to the city. The death toll is expected to be well in the thousands and a massive response by government agencies and non-profits has already begun. Here are a few of our 3 and 4-star charities responding to the crisis along with a synopsis of their plans. Each of these charities has a history of working on massive disasters and/or of working in Haiti.
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Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 2: Mason Jennings Interview

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Mason Jennings performs John Lennon’s “Child of Nature” on Minnesota Beatle Project Vol. 2

One-hundred percent of net proceeds from sales of the album benefit music and art education programs in Minnesota public schools. Purchase the CD on Target.com or on iTunes, Rhapsody, CD Baby or Amazon

Websites & Links

MasonJennings.com | Minnesota Beatle Project, Vol. 2 | Minnesota Beatle Project, Vol. I

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Warren Haynes Presents Christmas Jam ~ Dec. 12th, 2009

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DONATE TO THE CHRISTMAS JAM
Those of you who can’t make it to Asheville this year can still show your support by donating online or sending this campaign to your friends to raise awareness of the Christmas Jam and the work of The W&S Charitable Foundation. The W&S Fund is our charitable organization and is a registered and recognized 501(c)3 Organization – your donation is tax deductible.

As many of you are aware the Christmas Jam Benefits primarily the Asheville Chapter of Habitat for Humanity and we have donated nearly One Million Dollars over the past 10 years. At times such as these, charities that assist those in need are more important than ever and any donation that you can make would be greatly appreciated.

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Invisible Children ~ We Want Obama

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It is now more important than ever to intensify public pressure to pass this bill through Congress and to get President Obama to publicly commit to apprehending Joseph Kony.

On November 18th, it’s all hands on deck. Call, email, or visit your representatives’ local offices, asking them to co-sponsor this bill and help get it passed this year.

WeWantObama.com has everything you need to know, including representatives’ contact information and local office locations.

Official Site ~ InvisibleChildren.com
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Charity of the Month ~ National Parks Foundation

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Discover an American tradition of private citizens preserving the places they love – the places they know will matter into the future – as national parks. The National Park Foundation is the official charity of America’s national parks.

America’s national parks belong to all of us. The most amazing scenery and the places where history was made are owned not by a government or a king, but by the people. Your gift will help the National Park Foundation to protect these treasured landscapes for the benefit of the people and the enjoyment of future generations.

Websites & Links

National Parks Foundation | Donate Now | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

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Knollfest 2009

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Berkley Avenue Knoll ~ Indianapolis, IN
August 29th, 2009


About Knollfest
The 1st annual Knollfest took place on October 4, 2008 on the Berkley Avenue Knoll and was one of a kind! The goal last year was to raise money for tangible needs in art and music departments throughout several Indianapolis Public Schools while also promoting talented up-and-coming bands in the Midwest region. In 2009, they selected one school: Broad Ripple Magnet School for the Arts as the beneficiary. The hope is to be able to donate at least $1500 to BRMSA while also helping Indianapolis and surrounding areas discover young talent, underground groups and collectives taking positive initiatives throughout our community.
Knollfest would like people to recognize it not only as a fundraiser for Indianapolis Magnet programs (BRMSA, Shortridge Middle School and Crispus Atticks), but also as a venue where people can discover bands with a professional sound. Artists who are active in their communities, and creating a buzz both in the Midwest and throughout the U.S. Many of the bands featured at Knollfest can be found playing large festivals and venues around the U.S., such as Summer Camp, Rothbury, 10k Lakes, and many more! Most of the time, these bands perform in the shadows of more familiar names, however these festivals wouldn’t be the same if it wasn’t for the wide variety of musicians who play for the love of music and will rock you all day and all night!

2009 Artist Lineup: Groovatron, Twin Cats, Ladymoon, Shaggy Wonda, Midwest Hype, Daphne from Daphne Willis & Co and more to come!

Knollfest Sponsors: Art with a Purpose, Wuhnurth Entertainment, MIDWESTpeeps, Mousetrap, Jazz Foundation, IndyFringe, NUVO, and Earth House Collective.

Knollfest is still searching for support for this event. If you are interested in being a part of Knollfest 2009 as a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer visit http://www.knollfest.com/ or e-mail me at TheHippieSeed@gmail.com.

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Doctors Without Borders ~ Loot for Life

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Doctors without Borders – Loot for Life
“Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization working in more than 60 countries to assist people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe.” From DoctorsWithoutBorders.org

Websites & Links

DoctorsWithoutBorders.org | Video from ida Backman on Vimeo

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Charity of the Month ~ American Cancer Society

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American Cancer Society mission statement
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.

International mission statement
The American Cancer Society’s international mission concentrates on capacity building in developing cancer societies and on collaboration with other cancer-related organizations throughout the world in carrying out shared strategic directions.

History of Relay For Life
One person can make a difference. Nowhere is that more evident than with the story of the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, which began in Tacoma, Washington, as the City of Destiny Classic 24-Hour Run Against Cancer.

In the mid-1980s, Dr. Gordy Klatt, a Tacoma colorectal surgeon, wanted to enhance the income of his local American Cancer Society office. He decided to personally raise money for the fight by doing something he enjoyed—running marathons.

In May 1985, Dr. Klatt spent a grueling 24 hours circling the track at Baker Stadium at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma for more than 83 miles. Throughout the night, friends paid $25 to run or walk 30 minutes with him. He raised $27,000 to fight cancer. That first year, nearly 300 of Dr. Klatt’s friends, family, and patients watched as he ran and walked the course.

While he circled the track those 24 hours, he thought about how others could take part. He envisioned a 24-hour team relay event that could raise more money to fight cancer. Months later he pulled together a small committee to plan the first team relay event known as the City of Destiny Classic 24-Hour Run Against Cancer.

In 1986, 19 teams took part in the first team relay event on the track at the colorful, historical Stadium Bowl and raised $33,000. An indescribable spirit prevailed at the track and in the tents that dotted the infield.

Websites & Links
Cancer.org | RelayForLife.org

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