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Reel Hope: "M" 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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Macy, William H.
| William H. Macy in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Supported John Kerry in the 2004 U.S. Presidential election
- United Cerebral Palsy Association national ambassador
- Atlantic Theater Company- DIrector-in-Residence
KEY FOCUS
- Political
- Cerebral Palsy
- Arts Advocacy
Source: Wikipedia |
Maguire, Tobey
| Tobey Maguire in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Natural Resources Defense Council
- Heal the Bay
- Maguire is a vegan who supports cruelty-free animal living
KEY FOCUS
- Environmental
- Conservation
- Animal Welfare
Source: Ugo.com |
Malone, Jena
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| Jena Malone in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- In 2008, participated in permaculture projects at Lost Valley Educational Center
KEY FOCUS
- ecological, social and economic regeneration
Source: E-mail Tip
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McAvoy, James
| James McAvoy in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
KEY FOCUS
Source: Wikipedia |
McCarthy, Jenny
| Jenny McCarthy in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Actively involved in Autism awareness/treatment issues and has controversially claimed that vaccines cause autism
- Talk About Curing Autism- Spokesperson
- Generation Rescue
- Received a mocking award for her work in autism, the James Randi Educational Foundation's Pigasus Award, recognizing a performer who has fooled the most amount of people with the least amount of effort
KEY FOCUS
- Autism Awareness/Treatment
Source: Wikipedia |
McConaughey, Matthew
| Matthew McConaughey in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- j.k. livin foundation (all lower case)- Encourages teenagers to live healthy lives and to be active. McConaughey's attitude is "Just Keep Livin'" He started the foundation.
- Rescued various pets after Hurricane Katrina
- In 2006, rescued a cat from two youths in Sherman Oaks, CA who had sprayed the cat with hair spray and were attempting to set it on fire
KEY FOCUS
- Animal Welfare
- Children/Youth
- Philanthropy
Source: Wikipedia |
McDormand, Frances
| Frances McDormand in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- New York International Children's Film Festival- Juror
KEY FOCUS
- Arts Advocacy
- Children's Film
Source: Wikipedia |
McGregor, Ewan
| Ewan McGregor in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- UNICEF- Has worked in Africa
- GO Campaign- Has hosted at least two fundraisers
- Zoological Society of London- He and his wife are patrons
KEY FOCUS
- Humanitarian
- Animal Welfare
Source: Wikipedia |
Mendes, Eva
| Eva Mendes in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Art of Elysium- Organization founder Jennifer Howell calls Mendes the "spirit" of Art of Elysium, an art therapy-centered organization that enriches the lives of critically ill children. Mendes is a hands-on volunteer, having been introduced to the organization by Joaquin Phoenix. She volunteers on a regular basis and works directly with the children.
KEY FOCUS
- Children and Health
- Arts Advocacy
Source: Variety, 9/30/10 |
Mirren, Helen
| Helen Mirren in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- In 2006, awarded the Critics' Circle award for Distinguished Service to the Arts
- In 1990, stated she is an atheist
KEY FOCUS
Source: Wikipedia |
Moore, Demi
| Demi Moore in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Supported Barack Obama in 2008 U.S. Presidential elections
- Reported to have helped save a Twitter user when she responded to what appeared to be a despondent tweet. She contacted authorities who rescued the man.
- Moore is a former Scientologist
KEY FOCUS
Source: Wikipedia |
Moore, Julianne
| Julianne Moore in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Pro-Choice
- Donated $2,000 to John Kerry campaign in U.S. 2004 Presidential election
- TS Alliance- Supports organization on tuberous sclerosis awareness
- Save the Children
KEY FOCUS
- Women's Reproductive Health
- Political
- Tuberous Sclerosis Awareness
- Children's Welfare
Source: Wikipedia |
Moore, Michael
| Michael Moore in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Outspoken critic of America's healthcare system, former President George W. Bush, Iraq war and corporate America
- Self-described liberal
- In 2004, actively participated in "Slacker Uprising Tour" on college campuses to encourage voting and political involvement
- Supported Ralph Nader in 2000, but encouraged Nader not to run in 2004 so as not to split the vote
- Endorsed General Wesley Clark for Democratic nomination for President
- Supported Barack Obama in 2008 U.S. Presidential election
- States he is not a Democrat
- Acknowledges being Catholic, but is at odds with the church on certain issues including abortion and gay marriage
- Started the Traverse City Film Festival
KEY FOCUS
- Political
- Social Justice
- Arts Advocacy/Cinema
Source: Wikipedia, MichaelMoore.com
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Moore, Roger
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| Roger Moore in the Community
ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for nearly 20 years
- Dreams for Kids
- Unified Theater
KEY FOCUS
- Children with disabilities
Source: Huffington Post (6/4/11) |
Mortensen, Viggo
| Viggo Mortensen in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- Supported Barack Obama in 2008 U.S. Presidential election
- At his college graduation, refused to wear a gown because they were made by sweatshop workers
- Was one of the signees of the "Toronto Declaration," opposing the Tel Aviv feature at the Toronto International Film Festival
KEY FOCUS
- Political
- Arts Advocacy
- Humanitarian
Source: Wikipedia |
Morton, Samantha
| Samantha Morton in the Community ORGANIZATIONS SHE SUPPORTS
- Medical Aid for Palestinians- In 2009, appeared at benefit and vowed not to work for BBC again following their refusal to air an appeal for aid for victims of an Israeli attack
- In January 2011, will be speaker at North of England Education Conference
- Has returned to her hometown in support of children's homes facing closure and to support social workers
KEY FOCUS
- Palestinian Relief
- Education
- Children's Issues/Child Welfare
Source: Wikipedia |
Murphy, Eddie
| Eddie Murphy in the Community ORGANIZATIONS HE SUPPORTS
- AIDS Foundation
- Murphy is known to have donated to cancer, creative arts, family/parent support, health and homeless charities
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Center
- Donated $100,000 to the Screen Actors Guild Strike Relief Fund
KEY FOCUS
- Philanthropy
- AIDS Awareness
- Civil Rights
- Arts Advocacy
- Health Issues
- Cancer Awareness
- Family/Parenting
- Homeless
Source: Wikipedia |
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