Monthly Archives: July 2011

After Her Tragic Death, a Girl’s Birthday Wish for Clean Water Gets a Big Response

by Jennifer Mishler

Rachel Beckwith tragically died at the age of nine on Saturday, but that was not the end of her story. Thousands of people have been inspired by her selfless birthday

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Britney Spears and Other Stars Support the Show Your Hearts Charity

by Allyson Koerner

Today, stars from all over the celeb world have taken to their Twitter accounts in support of the Show Your Hearts foundation. Celebrities such as Britney Spears, Ashley Benson, Donnie

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Whole Foods Launches Charitable Organization

by China DeSpain Freeman

Austin, Texas-based health food giant Whole Foods Market recently launched a charitable organization aimed at improving child nutrition and fighting childhood obesity. The Whole Kids Foundation will work with schools

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Leonardo DiCaprio Added to Jury for Abu Dhabi Energy Prize

by lindastcyr

Leonardo DiCaprio has been at the helm for many green movements. Although he is best known for his acting abilities he has made quite an impact by campaigning for changes

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Ian Somerhalder to Testify Before Congress on Species Extinction

by China DeSpain Freeman

He may play broody, unbalanced and occasionally murderous vampire Damon on The Vampire Diaries, but in real life Ian Somerhalder is an environmental hero. The actor and activist is testifying before

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Mario Batali and Environmental Working Group Promote Meatless Mondays

by Jennifer Mishler

Chef and Food Network star Mario Batali is asking you to get healthy and save the planet by going veg…at least one day of the week. Batali has teamed up

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Alexander McQueen Leaves Large Amount of Money to His Dogs

by Allyson Koerner

Fashion icon Alexander McQueen has left a good chunk of money to his three beloved pet dogs. Minter, Juice and Callum will receive £50,000, just short of $82,000. The money

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