Support for APJ
Artists for Peace and Justice and Charitybuzz Launch Celebrity Auction
A number of Hollywood’s biggest stars have donated their designer gowns and tuxes for an online charity auction in support of Artists for Peace and Justice with 100% of the funds raised being directed to the organization. The auction will feature the glamorous red carpet apparel worn by internationally renowned celebrities at the 2010 Golden Globes including Meryl Streep, Olivia Wilde, Gerard Butler and Josh Brolin; tickets to an exclusive pre-Oscar gala in Beverly Hills and a one-of-a-kind Gibson guitar signed backstage at the Grammy awards by Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Lady Gaga and Kings of Leon among others. Let the bidding begin!
- Who:
- Artists for Peace and Justice
- What:
- An exclusive awards-themed charity auction featuring celebrity worn red carpet apparel from the 2010 Golden Globes, a one of a kind Gibson guitar signed by a number of Grammy winners and nominees and many more unique auction items
- When:
- Starting February 24, 2010 at 9am. Ending March 17th, 2010.
- Where:
- www.charitybuzz.com
- Why:
- To support the initiatives of Artists for Peace and Justice and its long term commitment to the impoverished nation of Haiti
March 8th, 2010 - Celebrity designed goods for Crafts For A Cause
Celebrity designed goods for Crafts For A Cause to be auctioned in support of Haiti and the efforts of APJ
Channeling her creative energy towards a philanthropic cause, Little Joy’s Binki Shapiro has rounded up a troop of like-minded artist friends and founded Crafts For A Cause. Custom-made t-shirts, tote bags, musical instruments and other personal wares will be auctioned online beginning March 15th with 100% of funds raised directed to Artists for Peace and Justice. Bid for a one-of-a-kind handbag designed by No Doubt, a handmade t-shirt by the Red Hot Chili Peppers or a Fender Stratocaster customized by American singer-songwriter, Conor Oberst. Other artists said to be lending their support are Daft Punk, Shirley Manson, Tegan and Sara, Mark Ronson, M. Ward and The Black Keys.
To view the details and place your bid please visit http://craftsforacause.tumblr.com/
3rd Annual Hollywood Domino Pre-Oscar Gala
One of the most exclusive pre-Oscar private events in Beverly Hills, this invitation-only event brings some of Hollywood's biggest stars together for this gaming sensation sweeping Hollywood! This elegant gala event expects attendance from by APJ Founder Paul Haggis as well as APJ celebrity supporters Penélope Cruz, James Franco, and Charlize Theron.
This event is being held on Thursday, March 4th at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, California
Brioni and Vanity Fair Pre-Oscar Cocktail
Renowned Italian fashion house Brioni with Vanity Fair will be hosting an exclusive pre-Oscar party, benefiting Artists for Peace and Justice. APJ founder Paul Haggis and supporter Gerard Butler will be joined by Lee Daniels for this important event that continues to bring the Hollywood community together in support of Haiti.
Happening on Wednesday March 3rd, 2010, this even will be held at Bar Nineteen 12 in Beverly Hills, California.
ObeyGiant Releases Haiti Print in Support of the Efforts of APJ
Diversifying the ways in which we can support the dire situation in Haiti, ObeyGiant unveils the fused talent of photographer Tao Ruspoli and artist Shepard Fairey, the creative force behind Obama’s HOPE poster. 100% of proceeds from the sale of this print will be directed to the efforts of Artists for Peace and Justice on the ground in Haiti. This expressive 18 x 24” screen print was made exclusively for APJ and comes signed and numbered. Get your copy here.
January 23rd, 2010 - NAPPYTABS Fundraiser
As an effort to give back and assist those in need during the catastrophic crisis in Haiti, NAPPYTABS will donate $5 for EVERY ORDER placed on our website beginning January 23rd through Sunday, January 31. All proceeds are going directly in the hands of Father Rick and his team, to help dig people out of their collapsed hospital and schools, to buy emergency medicine, to supply badly needed water and food, to help fly in doctors for the wounded children, and so much more.
January 28th, 2010 - Project We.the.Children Award Season Celebration
In efforts to raise funds for the natural disaster in HAITI and the need for a humanitarian movement , Project We.The.Children. Award Season celebration on January 28, 2010 at the House of Blues has decided to benefit HAITI earthquake victims in support of Artists for Peace and Justice. Grammy Nominated: MICK FLEETWOOD BLUES BAND featuring RICK VITO will headline the event with a special appearance by, ANDY and SHANI.
- Featuring:
- A Special Performance By Slash
- Celebrity participants, host committee, judging committee attendees: Mick Fleetwood (Fleetwood Mac), Mark Isham, Oscar Nominee & Emmy Winner Shohreh Aghdashloo, Colbie Caillat, Nick Cannon, Scarlett Johansson, LeAnn Rimes, Sean Patrick Thomas, Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez, Marla Maples, Senator Patricia Higgins, Morena Baccarin, Lisa Bloom, Recording Artist Shani Rigsbee (Crash, House of Sand and Fog), Persian Super Star ANDY and more to be confirmed.
- When:
- Thusday, January 28th.
- Where:
- House of Blues
- 8430 West Sunset Boulevard
- West Hollywood, CA 90069
- Tickets:
- $40 - General
- $65 - Preferred
- $125 - VIP
- Contact:
- 818-914-7310
- info@wethechildren2010.com
- www.wethechildren2010.com
Exclusive Package for $1000.00 limited quantity
(First come first serve due to The Foundation Room capacity):
An EXCLUSIVE Private Dinner with Mick Fleetwood will be held at the Foundation room prior to the program for all celebrity participants including celebrity endorsers, host committee, judging panel and sponsors, featuring Mick Fleetwood Private Cellar Wine with a special toast by Mr. Fleetwood. As well as a bottle of wine give away from Mick Fleetwood Private Cellar autographed by Mick. This event is by Invitation Only and it would be a night to remember.
- Includes:
- 2 Dinner tickets to the exclusive dinner with Mick Fleetwood (by invitation only under the normal circumstance)
- 1 Bottle of Wine from Mick Fleetwood’s Private Cellar Autographed by Mick.
- 2 VIP Tickets which will provide them access to the Celebrity Lounge, Back Stage and red Carpet Arrivals.
- 2 Copies of Mick Fleetwood Blues Band DVD “Blue Again”
- Contact:
- Asal Masomi
- 818-914-7328
- asal@wethechildren2010.com
January 28th, 2010 - Artists for Haiti
Olivia Wilde & Artists for Peace and Justice along with James Franco, Brandon Boyd, Rashida Jones, Taraji P. Henson, AnnaLynne McCord, Zachary Quinto, Will McCormack, Michael Stahl-David, Barbara Burchfield, Tao Ruspoli & Bryn Mooser Invite you to join Artists for Haiti. A minimum donation of $100 is requested of all guests. 100% of all donations will be given directly to Father Rick Frechette of St. Damien’s Hospital and the ground-level doctors and rescue workers.
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- Featuring
- Music by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros & KCRW DJ Mathieu Schreyer.
- Photographs of Haiti by Tao Ruspoli
- Short Films from the Jacmel Film School.
- Silent Auction featuring artwork by Ed Moses, Ed Ruscha, Corinne Chaix, Raymond Pettibon, Huguette Caland, Larry Bell, Chuck Arnoldi, Robert Graham. & more...
- When:
- Thusday, January 28th. 8pm - 11pm
- Where:
- Track 16 Gallery - Bergamot Station
- 2525 Michigan Ave. Bldg C-1
- Santa Monica, CA 90404
- RSVP:
- Monica Lambert at Monica@thealist.us | 310.659.7783
January 20th, 2010 - Susan Sarandon SPiNs Support for Haiti
Susan Sarandon will host a fundraiser as SPiN New York — a social ping pong club in the Gramercy section of NYC — on Wednesday evening. To support the cause of helping Haiti, all donations and a portion of the proceeds from the bar and silent auction will go to the Artists for Peace and Justice. There is a $20 suggested donation at the front door, and the event will include ping-pong along with fashion items and sports memorabilia at the auction.
Susan is co-hosting the event along with SPiN NYC founder Franck Raharinosy, Veronica Webb, Wyclef Jean, Josue Sejour, Selita Ebanks, Dylan Lauren, Franckie Diago, Marchesa designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig, fashion designer Rachel Roy, and 30 Rock’s Judah Friedlander.
Modelinia is co-sponsoring the event with the ping pong club and has invited the top faces of fashion to battle it out in ping pong.
- When:
- Wednesday, January 20th.
- Where:
- SPiN New York
- 48 East 23rd Street
- New York NY 10010
- 212.982.8802
... even the smallest amount helps.