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East Side House Settlement Gala Preview of the 2016 New York International Auto Show

by xoJohn March 29, 2016

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

East Side House Settlement is a social service agency that aims to support poor families in the South Bronx. It makes efforts to provide education opportunities for 10,000 individuals and families each year in New York so that they may earn a good professional degree and can work to come out of poverty. Last year, it provided education to 3,500 high school students. Its philanthropist services in the education field are remarkable and due to these services now many students are able to get an education and are working to change their financial conditions.

Maria Yang, Philip Yang, Thomas Mahoney, Emily Chen, Janice Becker

March 29, 2016 0 comment

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Hillsides Gala Raises Over $400,000

by xoJohn March 2, 2016

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Hillsides, which was founded 103 years ago and serves more than 6,200 children and families throughout Los Angeles County. The charitable organization held its annual gala which hosted a slew of philanthropists, supporters, notables like Dr. Drew Pinsky. The Symphony of Dreams gala raised $408,000. The glamorous evening was held at the posh Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles. More than 400 guests packed the ballroom for a wonderful night, just before the Academy Awards were to take place the following day. Before the program started, the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus, Young Men’s Ensemble serenaded guests as they entered the hall. Attendees enjoyed cocktails and bites, all while bidding on silent auction items.

March 2, 2016 0 comment

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Women’s Health 2015 Wellness Day

by xoJohn August 4, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Women’s Health brought together health enthusiasts and philanthropists over the weekend for a day of wellness. It all started at the beautiful “Well-thy” home, where Laura Ferrer-Schmidt, Publisher of Women’s Health greeted us as we got ready for a fun-filled day. The Well-thy home is a gorgeous wooden abode, located in the heart of Montauk, NY. Several of the classes and demos took place here and were taught by top nutritionists, trainers, and chefs.

Women’s Health Hamptons day (3)

August 4, 2015 0 comment

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OCRF’s 18th Annual Super Saturday NY Hosted by Donna Karan and Kelly Ripa

by xoJohn July 27, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Over the weekend we packed up and headed to the Water Mill, NY for our first-ever Super Saturday NY. It’s the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund’s ultra-chic daylong fundraiser. Super Saturday is not your typical charity event, it for all families. There were a one-of-a-kind designer garage sale, kids’ carnival and activities, a luxury raffle and gourmet treats. The festivities were hosted by Donna Karan and Kelly Ripa and sponsored by QVC. OCRF and QVC united once again for “QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE,” alive, on-site broadcast from 2:00PM-4:00PM EST, which offered viewers nationwide the chance to purchase premier fashion, beauty, jewelry, accessories, and home items for half the suggested retail price, with net proceeds benefitting OCRF.

July 27, 2015 0 comment

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American Cancer Society Celebrates 30 Years of California Spirit

by Simone Southwell July 22, 2015

written by Simone Southwell 1 minutes read

On Sunday Sony Pictures Studio in Culver City played host to the American Cancer Society’s 30th California Spirit fundraiser. “For more than 100 years, the American Cancer Society has been leading the fight to end cancer. With the generous support from millions of people, the American Cancer Society has been able to translate their research findings into action and by doing so, has seen a 20% decline in US cancer death rates since the early 1990s.”

July 22, 2015 0 comment

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The House of Blues Welcomes The Imagine Ball LA!

by Simone Southwell June 10, 2015

written by Simone Southwell 1 minutes read

Last Thursday, The Imagine Ball LA brought to you by Randall Kaplan and John Terzian was held at the House of Blues in West Hollywood. The event benefited Imagine LA, an organization that “harnesses the power of volunteer mentorship teams (from faith communities, companies, and other committed organizations) and existing community resources to empower families to transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency.”

Celebrities were out in full force in support of Imagine LA and its continued efforts in the fight against homelessness in Los Angeles. The red carpet featured the likes of David Arquette, Anne Heche, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Markus Molinari, and Christa B. Allen.

June 10, 2015 0 comment

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Imagine LA and The Imagine Ball: Ending The Cycle Of Poverty

by Simone Southwell June 1, 2015

written by Simone Southwell 1 minutes read

On June 4th Imagine LA will be holding The Imagine Ball at the House of Blues in West Hollywood. The Imagine Ball, a benefit concert created by Randall Kaplan and John Terzian, is one of Imagine LA’s major fundraisers.

Imagine LA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to “mobilizing volunteers to end family homelessness in Los Angeles. Imagine LA matches families exiting homelessness with volunteer teams through an innovative volunteer mentorship program. One Team, One Family. Through the consistency of this relationship, trust is built, skills are taught, and barriers are crossed that most families in homelessness never thought were possible.” Because of Imagine LA’s efforts “the cycle of homelessness and poverty is being broken and new relationships and opportunities are being forged for life.”

June 1, 2015 0 comment

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A Place Called Home’s 11th Annual GirlPower Awards Luncheon

by Simone Southwell May 26, 2015

written by Simone Southwell 1 minutes read

A Place Called Home honored Robyn Browning (Herbalife Family Foundation), Lisa Licht (Yahoo), Maryann Walker (Walker Advertising), Gina Rodriguez (Jane the Virgin), Andrea Navedo (Jane the Virgin), and Ivonne Coll (Jane the Virgin) at the 11th Annual GirlPower Awards Luncheon this past Thursday. “A Place Called Home is a safe haven in South Central Los Angeles where underserved youth are empowered to take ownership of the quality and direction of their lives through programs in education, arts, and well-being, and are inspired to make a meaningful difference in their community and the world.”

A Place Called Home's 11th Annual GirlPower Awards Luncheon (3)

May 26, 2015 0 comment

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