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Reel Hope: "D" Celebrities
In keeping with our spirit of making a difference in our community, what could be more natural for The Independent Critic than documenting the philanthropy, community service, foundations and organizations supported by your favorite Hollywood actors, actresses, directors, writers and other film industry professionals. Listed from A-Z, this comprehensive archive will list many of your Hollywood favorites, classic and contemporary, and the causes most important to them ranging from one-time support to lifelong commitments!
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Damon, Matt
| Matt Damon in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- ONE Campaign
- H20 Africa Foundation (Founder, Charitable arm of "Running the Sahara"). Merged w/Water Partners, became Water.org in 2009.
- Water.org
- Tonic Mailstopper, formerly GreenDimes- Board Member
- Outspoken regarding his concerns regarding the Iraq war and against Sarah Palin
- War Child
- Right to Play
- Love Our Children USA
- African Children's Choir
KEY FOCUS
- Global Relief
- Environmental
- Clean Water
- Political
- Children's Issues
- Arts Advocacy
Source: Wikipedia |
Danson, Ted
Ted Danson in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Stop Seismic Airgun Testing/Offshore Drilling
KEY FOCUS
- Environmental
- Animal Welfare
Source: Whitehouse.gov
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Davis, Bette
| Bette Davis in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTED
- Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences- First female President
- U.S. Military- Sold war bonds during World War II
- Hollywood Club- Co-founded this servicemen's club
KEY FOCUS
- Arts Advocacy
- U.S. Military
Source: Wikipedia |
Dawson, Rosario
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| Rosario Dawson in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Amnesty International
- Charity: Water
- Declare Yourself
- Environmental Media Association
- Global Kids
- International Rescue Committee
- Lower East Side Girls Club
- ONE Campaign
- Operation USA
- OXFAM
- Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
- Respect! Campaign
- Scenarios USA
- V-Day
- Voto Latino
- Women's Voices, Women Vote
- Youth AIDS
KEY FOCUS
- Environmental Issues
- Political Issues
- Women's Issues
- Children's Issues
- Gay/Lesbian Issues
- Humanitarian Issues
Source: Rosario-Dawson.net |
Day, Doris
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 Photo by Terry O'Neill, Getty Images | Doris Day in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Doris Day Animal Foundation - Founded the organization in 1978
KEY FOCUS
- Animal Welfare/Protection
Source: MyLifetime.com |
Depp, Johnny
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| Johnny Depp in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Played guitar on a Haiti Relief effort single
- In October 2006, Depp received the "Courage to Care" award for his efforts on behalf of the Los Angeles Children's Hospital and other children-related charities
- Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition
KEY FOCUS
- Children's Issues
- Healthcare Issues
- Disaster Relief
Source: Ugo.com, Youtube.com, Vanity Fair (Sept. 2011),
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Diaz, Cameron
| Cameron Diaz in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Openly Supported Al Gore in 2000
- Veterans of America- Supportive of Iraqi and Afghanistan vets and on behalf of military families
- ONE Campaign
- Act Green
- Environmental Media Association
- Shortly before her break up with Justin Timberlake, it was reported that she and Timberlake intervened on behalf of a woman who collided with another skier while skiing. She and Timberlake reportedly stayed with the injured woman for 20 minutes until help arrived.
KEY FOCUS
- Political
- Environmental
- Poverty Relief
- U.S. Military/Military Families
Source: Wikipedia, Ugo.com
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DiCaprio, Leonardo
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| Leonardo DiCaprio in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- In 2008, the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation distributed over $1.5 million in grants. Known recipients include: $1,585,008 to the California Community Foundation and $10,000 to the literary magazine, Paris Review
- Known to be very active in environmental issues
- Natural Resources Defense Council - On Board of Directors since 2003
KEY FOCUS
- Community Development
- Arts Advocacy
- Environmental
Source: Giving Back Fund; Fast Company (Sept. 2011)
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Douglas, Kirk
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| Kirk Douglas In The Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- On July 28, 2012, Douglas and his wife announced a $50 million charitable donation to be distributed between five nonprofit organizations.
- Kirk Douglas Theater- This theater was just part of an announcement by Douglas to receive part of an overall $50 million donation through he and his wife's Douglas Foundation
- Harry's Haven Alzheimer's Unit at MPAA Retirement Home
- Anne's Women's Shelter in L.A.
- St.Lawrence University
KEY FOCUS
- Arts Education/Awareness
- Alzheimer's
- Health Issues
- Domestic Violence
- Academic
- Personal Foundation/Charitable Efforts
Source: Wenn.com
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Douglas, Michael
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| Michael Douglas in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Nobel Peace Prize- Hosted concert during which Iranian activist Shirin Ebadi was recognized
- Nuclear Age Peace Foundation- Active supporter of nuclear disarmament
- Appointed UN Messenger of Peace by Kofi Annan
- Ploughshares Fund- Board of Directors
- Democratic Party- Has financially contributed to Barack Obama, Christopher Dodd and Al Franken
- "Soldiers at Peace"- Participated in this film against all wars
- Michael Douglas Foundation (Primarily supports the Diandra De Morell Douglas Foundation)
KEY FOCUS
- Peace
- Nuclear Disarmament
- Political
Source: Wikipedia, USA Today
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Dreyfuss, Richard
| Richard Dreyfuss in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Involved in a nation wide enterprise to encourage teaching of American history in primary schools
- Outspoken on issues such as media informing policy, individual rights, privacy and freedom of speech
KEY FOCUS
- Education
- Civil Rights
- Freedom of speech
Source: Wikipedia |
Duke, Patty
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| Patty Duke in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- National Alliance on Mental Illness
- American Foundation for the Blind
- National Institute of Mental Health
- Social Security Spokesperson - Specific to filing for retirement online
- Numerous other organizations related to equal rights for women, visual impairment and mental illness with a specific interest in bipolar disorder
KEY FOCUS
- Mental Health Issues/Bipolar Disorder
- Women's Health
- Visual Impairment/Blindness
- Civil Rights
- Women's Issues
Source: Wikipedia, "Official Patty Duke" website |
Dunst, Kirsten
| Kirsten Dunst in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Supported John Kerry in the 2004 U.S. Presidential election
- Supported Barack Obama in the 2008 U.S. Presidential election
- Narrated the documentary "Why Tuesday" about voting
- Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation- Helped design and promote a fund-raising necklace
- Breast Cancer Awareness
- Stand Up to Cancer- Participated in telethon
- Telet'on in Mexico- Similar to Stand Up event, in Mexico with a focus on children
- Spoke out about depression after her own 2008 treatment
KEY FOCUS
- Politics
- Pediatric Aids/Children's Health Issues
- Breast Cancer Awareness
- Cancer Research
- Mental Health Issues
Source: Wikipedia |
Duvall, Robert
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| Robert Duvall in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Has been described as leaning Libertarian/Conservative politically
- Supported Republican Rudy Giuliani
- Worked the floor at GOP's 2008 National Convention and narrated videos
- Appeared on stage with John McCain/Sarah Palin. Donated $1,000 to McCain's 2000 Primary campaign.
- Spoke for historic preservation in opposing a Wal-Mart construction in Orange County, VA
KEY FOCUS
- Political
- Historic Preservation
Source: Wikipedia, Vanity Fair (June 2011)
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