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.
Vice President Kamala Harris’s decision to skip the prestigious Al Smith Dinner, a major fundraiser for the poor and vulnerable in New York City, has sparked controversy. Her decision, attributed to scheduling conflicts, is seen by some as a sign of her inability to navigate the complexities of American politics, while others believe it’s a calculated move to avoid potentially awkward situations. This article examines the reasons behind Harris’s absence and its implications.
ICanServe Foundation, a breast cancer awareness advocacy group, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a unique fundraiser auction called ‘The Pink Room’. The event features 25 renowned Filipino artists who have each designed a custom Nike Air Force (AF1) Triple White shoe, which will be auctioned off on September 14th. Proceeds from the auction will support ICanServe’s efforts to provide treatment, education, and early detection programs for breast cancer patients.
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is hosting the ‘Fund an Angel’ fundraiser at the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) to support Corporate Angel Network’s (CAN) mission of providing free air travel to cancer patients seeking treatment.
Mary Lamb, 65, has scaled the three highest peaks in the UK – Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Snowdon – in her wheelchair, battling harsh weather and treacherous terrain to raise money for Dogs for Good.
A Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint in California while President Biden attended a star-studded fundraiser in Los Angeles. The incident occurred on the same day that the Biden campaign raised over $30 million at the event. Authorities are investigating the robbery and are seeking public assistance in identifying the suspect(s).
A lunchtime fundraiser at a Mary Brown’s in Fredericton raised over $7,000 for the family of 14-year-old Layla Rodgerson, who died in a car crash on May 5. The restaurant sold more than 1,000 meals and received over 600 pre-orders. Customers waited patiently in a lineup that reached out the door, and staff worked overnight to prepare for the event. The fundraiser was a testament to the community’s support for the Rodgerson family and the legacy of a young girl who was remembered as outgoing, quick-witted, and bubbly.
