Convivio 2024, a charity initiative dedicated to raising funds for HIV and infectious diseases, concluded its special edition with a magical fundraising dinner. Held at Fabbrica del Vapore in Milan, the event raised a record-breaking €1.8 million through a week-long shopping event and a dazzling gala dinner. The event featured unique table settings inspired by the theme of magic, showcasing the creativity and commitment of participating brands and sponsors.
Prince William shared a poignant anecdote about his childhood experience with homelessness, crediting his mother, Princess Diana, for opening his eyes to the issue. In a documentary, he reminisced about visiting a shelter with his brother, Harry, and how his mother’s compassion and the interactions with those living without homes shaped his perspective.
Emilia Clarke, best known for her role as Daenerys Targaryen in ‘Game of Thrones’, has overcome numerous challenges, including brain aneurysms and family secrets. Learn about her beauty routine, charity work, and the remarkable resilience that defines her life.
Air Canada hosted an event at its Montreal headquarters to celebrate its partnership with Operation Enfant Soleil, a charity dedicated to improving the lives of sick children in Quebec. The event featured speeches, a meeting with a young beneficiary, and the unveiling of the Passeport de Rêve television commercial. Air Canada’s support of Operation Enfant Soleil allows the organization to continue its mission of providing essential medical care and support to children in need.
Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, a California-based plumbing company, partnered with Watts Labor Community Action Committee (WLCAC) to install two free water-efficient toilets for a senior citizen in need. This initiative, part of their ‘Hero Helps’ program, aims to give back to the community and improve the lives of residents. The replaced toilets are expected to save significant amounts of water and lower utility bills.
GHD has launched a limited-edition Pink Collection of hair styling tools, with proceeds benefiting Breast Cancer Now. The collection includes popular products like the Platinum+ Straighteners and Helios Hairdryer, and offers a stylish way to support a worthy cause.
MUS Zenith Affair, a bespoke jewellery boutique, is holding its fifth annual fundraiser for Dementia Singapore, aiming to raise $300,000 with a focus on a special guest-designed collection. Five renowned individuals have designed unique pieces inspired by the theme ‘Hearts and Arrows,’ reflecting their personal interpretations and showcasing the power of jewellery to support a worthy cause.
A unique water bottle adorned with 280 diamonds, silver, and 18-karat gold will be auctioned for an estimated $910,000 in November 2024. The bottle, containing ‘the purest water on the planet,’ extracted from Amazonian air, aims to raise funds for socio-environmental projects in the region.
The second annual Haul for Hope plane pull at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport successfully raised over $100,000 for Hope Air, a Canadian charity dedicated to providing travel assistance to patients in need of medical care far from home. The event saw 17 teams pull a 67,000-pound Porter Airlines aircraft, highlighting the crucial role of community support in connecting patients to essential medical care.
Selena Gomez has become one of the youngest self-made billionaires, with an estimated net worth of $1.3 billion. She attributes her success to her fans and her various ventures, including her cosmetics brand Rare Beauty, which has generated a significant portion of her wealth. Gomez also emphasizes the importance of giving back, dedicating a portion of her earnings to her charity foundation, Rare Impact Fund, which supports mental health initiatives.
