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Cars.com Fuels Confidence in Kids with Launch of 'Cars Cares' During Super Bowl XLVI
Fri, 01/27/2012Cars.com Fuels Confidence in Kids with Launch of 'Cars Cares' During Super Bowl XLVI
CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Cars.com, the premier online resource for buying and selling new and used vehicles, announced today that it will be giving the massive audience of Super Bowl XLVI the power to make a big difference in the lives of kids and young adults through its "Cars Cares" campaign. During the game, when the Cars.com commercial airs, viewers who use the popular Shazam App to tag the ad will earn $1.00 for one of seven charities in contention for a maximum $100,000 donation from the site.
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"As we head back to the big game for the fifth year, we wanted to do more as an organization to contribute to our community and drive our mission of confidence," said Mitch Golub, president of Cars.com. "We are launching Cars Cares as a way to give back, and fuel initiatives that matter to our brand, employees, site users and advertising partners - including dealers and automotive manufacturers."
The maximum $100,000 donation will be given to the charity which receives the most votes on the Cars.com Facebook page between January 26 and February 13. Eligible organizations were selected for the work they do to drive confidence in kids. "Each organization has a unique focus on educating youth and providing programs and services that drive self-esteem, positive decision making and healthy behaviors," said Golub. "It was important to us to identify organizations whose culture and values match our own and to give our community a voice in deciding which organization should be the recipient of our first Cars Cares donation."
“VH1 DIVAS CELEBRATES SOUL” INCLUDES SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO AMY WINEHOUSE WITH PERFORMANCES BY SHARON JONES & THE DAP-KINGS, FLORENCE WELCH AND WANDA JACKSON
Thu, 12/15/2011“VH1 DIVAS CELEBRATES SOUL” INCLUDES SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO AMY WINEHOUSE WITH PERFORMANCES BY SHARON JONES & THE DAP-KINGS, FLORENCE WELCH AND WANDA JACKSON
“VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” Pays Tribute to the Great Cities of Soul Music Including Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Philadelphia
Special will air Monday, December 19 at 9 PM/8c on VH1
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NEW YORK – December 15, 2011 – VH1’s beloved, popular franchise, “VH1 Divas,” has announced a special tribute to Amy Winehouse at this year’s “VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” with performances by Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, Florence Welch (Florence + The Machine) and Wanda Jackson. “VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” premieres Monday, December 19 at 9 PM/8c on VH1.
The tribute will reflect Winehouse’s contribution to modern, London soul music. Some highlights of the tribute will include Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings performing “You Know I’m No Good,” and Florence Welch (Florence + The Machine) and Wanda Jackson will perform her song “Back to Black.” The Dap-Kings contributed a number of tracks for Winehouse’s Grammy Award-winning album “Back to Black.” In addition, Nas, who collaborated with Winehouse on the first single of her current posthumous album, will introduce the tribute medley.
“VH1 DIVAS CELEBRATES SOUL” ADDS ANITA BAKER, MAVIS STAPLES, WANDA JACKSON AND LEDISI AS PERFORMERS AND DOLLY PARTON, QUEEN LATIFAH, TERRENCE HOWARD, NAS, COMMON AND LA LA ANTHONY AS PRESENTERS
Thu, 12/08/2011“VH1 DIVAS CELEBRATES SOUL” ADDS ANITA BAKER, MAVIS STAPLES, WANDA JACKSON AND LEDISI AS PERFORMERS AND DOLLY PARTON, QUEEN LATIFAH, TERRENCE HOWARD, NAS, COMMON AND LA LA ANTHONY AS PRESENTERS
Red Carpet to be Livestreamed on VH1.com on Sunday, December 18
“VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” Pays Tribute to the Great Cities of Soul Music Including Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Philadelphia
Special will air Monday, December 19 at 9 PM/8c on VH1
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NEW YORK – December 8, 2011 – VH1’s beloved, popular franchise, “VH1 Divas,” announced today additional performers to join this year’s tribute to soul music including: Anita Baker, Mavis Staples, Wanda Jackson and Ledisi. In addition, Dolly Parton, Queen Latifah, Terrence Howard, Nas, Common and La La Anthony will participate as presenters in paying homage to these cities and soul music’s timeless classics at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom. “VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” premieres Monday, December 19 at 9 PM/8c on VH1.
JASON MRAZ LAUNCHES JASON MRAZ FOUNDATION WITH INTIMATE HOMETOWN BENEFIT CONCERT
Mon, 12/05/2011FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DECEMBER 2, 2011
JASON MRAZ LAUNCHES JASON MRAZ FOUNDATION WITH INTIMATE HOMETOWN BENEFIT CONCERT; SOLD OUT PERFORMANCE SLATED FOR TOMORROW AT THE FAMED BELLY UP TAVERN IN SOLANA BEACH, CALIFORNIA; FOUNDATION ESTABLISHED TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS DEVOTED TO HUMAN EQUALITY, ENVIRONMENT PRESERVATION,
ARTS & EDUCATION, AND RECOVERY & ASSISTANCE; CONCERT FOLLOWS GRAMMY WINNER’S WORLDWIDE ACOUSTIC TOUR ALONGSIDE PERCUSSIONIST NOEL “TOCA” RIVERA
Abbott’s ZonePerfect® Brand Inspires Flavorful Living through Musical Instrument Grant in Partnership with the VH1 Save The Music Foundation
Tue, 11/29/2011Abbott’s ZonePerfect® Brand Inspires Flavorful Living through Musical Instrument Grant in Partnership with the VH1 Save The Music Foundation
ZonePerfect Brand to Present Instruments to Students
at Neval Thomas Elementary School in Washington, D.C.
WHAT: Abbott, the makers of ZonePerfect Nutrition Bars, will present Neval Thomas Elementary School a new keyboard lab as part of its commitment to help restore music education programs across the nation. The ZonePerfect brand, in conjunction with VH1 Save The Music Foundation, donated $30,000 to Neval Thomas Elementary school. The event will feature a demonstration of the new keyboard lab.
WHO: Students and teachers from Neval Thomas Elementary School, ZonePerfect Nutrition Bar representatives, and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation.
WHEN:
Wednesday, Nov. 30
11:00 a.m. ET – Keyboard lab presentation
WHERE: Neval Thomas Elementary School
650 Anacostia Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20019
WHY: The ZonePerfect brand is funding this local grant to promote living a flavorful life and helping to restore instrumental music programs in America’s public schools in partnership with the VH1 Save The Music Foundation.
Since launching a partnership in 2009, ZonePerfect Nutrition Bars and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation have helped restore instrumental music education programs in 14 schools across the country, donating $420,000 worth of musical instruments.
CONTACT: For interview opportunities with representatives from Abbott or students from Neval Thomas Elementary School, contact Crystal Poole Bradley at 614-315-1442 (mobile) or Crystal.PooleBradley@abbott.com. For the VH1 Save The Music Foundation, contact Nick Carcaterra at nickc@susanblondinc.com or 914-563-9042.
Tracey Delio Presents: Rock & Read
Mon, 11/28/2011For Immediate Release
Tracey Delio Presents
** Rock & Read **
An Afternoon of Story and Song for Children and Their Families Benefitting the VH1 Save The Music Foundation
Inspired by her mischievous cat and her professional background, speech pathologist Tracey Delio has developed a series of children books, The Secret Adventures of Louie V. The tales of her Siamese cat’s escapades are designed as a way to foster creativity and assist with overall reading comprehension for young readers. As a strong supporter of the growth and development of children, Delio partners with several charities (donating a portion of book proceeds) including VH1 Save The Music to host events that combine both reading and music in an enjoyable manner for kids and families alike.
These unique “Rock and Read” events showcase imagination and creativity in the form of books and music combined. The event is comprised of an interactive book reading which showcases how authors come up with ideas. It also encourages children to tap into their own imaginations to generate new creative stories. The event continues with the musical stylings of talented musicians who share their creative writing talents in the form of song! This event includes prizes and giveaways for the children. No event would be complete without yummy snacks so refreshments are served.
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WHAT: Rock & Read – An Afternoon of Story and Song Benefitting
the VH1 Save the Music Foundation
WHEN: 4:00-5:30pm on Saturday, December 10, 2011
WHERE: Barnes & Noble (901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA)
WHO: Readings by Tracey Delio, author of The Secret Adventures of Louie V series
Music by Sonora Elementary School’s Advanced Band (director: Nick St. Royal)
KATY PERRY, LUPE FIASCO, JORDIN SPARKS AND MATTHEW MORRISON JOIN THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION’S 2012 AMBASSADOR CLASS THIS YEAR’S AMBASSADOR CLASS ALSO INCLUDES GAVIN ROSSDALE, VANESSA CARLTON, AJ MCLEAN AND CHRIS DAUGHTRY
Wed, 11/09/2011KATY PERRY, LUPE FIASCO, JORDIN SPARKS AND MATTHEW MORRISON JOIN THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION’S 2012 AMBASSADOR CLASS THIS YEAR’S AMBASSADOR CLASS ALSO INCLUDES GAVIN ROSSDALE, VANESSA CARLTON, AJ MCLEAN AND CHRIS DAUGHTRY
New York, NY (November 9, 2011) - The VH1 Save The Music Foundation is thrilled to announce its 2012 Ambassador Class, dedicated to restoring instrumental music education programs in our nation’s public schools. Since 1997, the VH1 Save The Music Foundation has provided over 1.8 million children with the gift of a complete education that includes music. The Foundation’s Ambassador Program, comprised of prominent musicians, athletes and stars of the film world who have committed to being the Foundation’s most powerful advocates and fundraisers, have helped raise over 1 million dollars to support the Foundation’s cause. Joining Alumni Ambassadors like Beyonce, Colbie Caillat, Jamie Foxx, Natasha Bedingfeld and Gavin DeGraw, the 2012 VH1 Save The Music Foundation Ambassador class includes: Katy Perry, Matthew Morrison, Lupe Fiasco, Gavin Rossdale, Jordin Sparks, Vanessa Carlton, AJ McLean and Chris Daughtry. The initial announcement for the 2012 Ambassador Class was made by Chris Daughtry on VH1’s “Big Morning Buzz Live.”
VH1 DIVAS Celebrates Soul with Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, Florence + the Machine, Kelly Clarkson and Jessie J “VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” Pays Tribute to the Great Cities of Soul Music Including Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Phil
Thu, 10/27/2011VH1 DIVAS Celebrates Soul with Mary J. Blige, Jennifer Hudson, Jill Scott, Florence + the Machine, Kelly Clarkson and Jessie J
“VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” Pays Tribute to the Great Cities of Soul Music Including Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Philadelphia
The Roots Confirmed to Perform as House Band
Special will air Monday, December 19 at 9 PM/8c on VH1
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THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION AND COMCAST CELEBRATE $90,000 WORTH OF NEW MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS TO COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Wed, 10/26/2011THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION AND THE ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION GIVE BACK TO PHOENIX PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Thu, 10/20/2011MATT SPIELMAN, LISA VERSACIO AND MAUREEN REIDY JOIN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
Tue, 10/18/2011MATT SPIELMAN, LISA VERSACIO AND MAUREEN REIDY JOIN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION
New York, NY (October 18, 2011)—The VH1 Save The Music Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring instrumental music education programs in our nation’s public schools, is proud to announce the newest additions to their Board of Directors in Matt Spielman, General Manager & Vice President at Eventful, Inc., Lisa Versacio, Brand Creator & CEO of Brocade Home, and Maureen Reidy, President & CEO of The Argus Group LLC. The group joins existing board members Tom Calderone, John Sykes, Larry Cohen, Dirk Ziff, Paul Cothran, Wynton Marsalis, David Nathan, Christina Norman, Scott Rauch, Morris L. Reid, Gordon Singer and John Varvatos in their mission to ensure that no child be deprived access to a complete education that includes music.
“We are thrilled to add such accomplished individuals to our Board of Directors,” said Paul Cothran, Vice President and Executive Director of the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. “With their diverse backgrounds and desire to make an impact, Matt, Lisa and Maureen are incredible assets to the Foundation as we continue to help raise awareness about the importance of music education. We have made great strides over the past 14 years but there is still a lot of work to be done, with their help we can come closer to reaching our goals.”
THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION LAUNCHES FAMILY-THEMED ONLINE AUCTION
Tue, 10/18/2011THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION LAUNCHES FAMILY-THEMED ONLINE AUCTION
FEATURES FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCES AND PACKAGES WITH PROCEEDS HELPING TO RESTORE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC EDUCATION
New York, NY (October 18, 2011)— On Tuesday, October 18th, the VH1 Save The Music Foundation will launch a “Family-Themed Auction,” powered by charitybuzz.com, the leading online charity auction site, to help restore instrumental music education in our nation’s public schools. The auction will be the first opportunity for the public to get involved with the VH1 Save The Music Foundation’s “Family Day,” a day-long musical expo, on October 22nd, that aims to give children of all ages a stage to express their love of music, culture and creativity through an interactive musical expo for rock friendly families.
The Family-Themed Auction launches today and is open for bidding through November 8th at www.charitybuzz.com/VH1FamilyDay with proceeds benefiting the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. Highlights of the auction items that promote family-friendly experiences to hundreds of thousands of people nationwide, include:
ST. LOUIS’ CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL GETS THE GIFT OF MUSIC FROM ENERGIZER AND THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION
Mon, 10/17/2011ST. LOUIS’ CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL GETS THE GIFT OF MUSIC FROM ENERGIZER AND THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION
Local Musician, Javier Mendoza, Surprises School In Celebration of Donated Instruments, Participates in Master Class and Raises Awareness for Importance of Music Education
WHO: St. Louis-based musician, Javier Mendoza is joining forces with hometown company, Energizer and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation to provide a $30,000 “now that’s positivenergy™” grant in the form of much-needed instruments to St. Louis’ Central Middle School in the Riverview Gardens School District. St. Louis is one of eight communities across the country to receive a “now that’s positivenergy™” grant from Energizer and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation.
WHAT: Javier will make a surprise visit to Central Middle School along with Energizer, the iconic Energizer Bunny® and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation to celebrate the donation of instruments granted by Energizer and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. After performing for the students and talking about the importance of music education, Javier will participate alongside the students in a master class using the very instruments donated to them through the “now that’s positivenergy™” grant.
WHERE: Central Middle School
9800 Patricia Barkalow
St. Louis, MO 63137
WHEN: Monday, October 17, 10:30-11am
PARENTING MAGAZINE AND THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION PARTNER TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC EDUCATION
Wed, 10/12/2011PARENTING MAGAZINE AND THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION PARTNER TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC EDUCATION
Partnership Kicks Off With The VH1 Save the Music Foundation’s First Annual Family Day Event in New York City October 22nd
New York, NY, October 11, 2011 – Bonnier Corp.’s Parenting Group, publisher of Parenting and Babytalk magazines and Parenting.com, today announced a new strategic partnership with the VH1 Save the Music Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring instrumental music education programs in America’s public schools. The two organizations will collaborate on a variety of events, marketing programs and editorial projects throughout the year, the first of which will take place on October 22nd, when the VH1 Save the Music Foundation hosts its first annual Family Day event in New York City.
As the Foundation’s exclusive media partner for the event, Parenting will bring its November issue to life with family activities and product giveaways based on its “Fam Jam” product feature of the best new music toys and rock ‘n roll themed gear. Performances throughout the day-long festival of music and family fun will include Mat Kearney, HANSON, Hot Peas ‘N Butter, SafetySuit, The American Secrets a.k.a. the freecreditscore.com band, and Brianna Kahane.
THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH GROUPON’S G-TEAM TO HELP SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC EDUCATION
Wed, 10/05/2011THE VH1 SAVE THE MUSIC FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH GROUPON’S G-TEAM TO HELP SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF MUSIC EDUCATION
NEW YORK, NY (October XX, 2011) - The VH1 Save The Music Foundation and G-Team, the philanthropic arm of Groupon, announce the launch of a digital campaign to help the Foundation’s mission of restoring instrumental music education in our nation’s public schools. The VH1 Save The Music Foundation has partnered with G-Team based on its ability to gather support for worthwhile causes and skill to produce tangible results for participating organizations.
The G-Team campaign with the VH1 Save The Music Foundation will be available on Groupon New York, Long Island, North Jersey, Fairfield County and Westchester County’s G-Team page beginning on Tuesday, October 11th and continuing through Thursday, October 13th. G-Team campaigns are live on Groupon for 72 hours, giving subscribers time to learn about the campaign and make appropriate contributions thereafter. Utilizing G-Team’s action model, Groupon followers can pledge support for the VH1 Save The Music Foundation’s G-Team campaign and 100% percent of the proceeds will be used to support the Foundation.
“We are thrilled to partner with Groupon’s G-Team and greatly appreciate all of their support,” said Paul Cothran, Executive Director of the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. “Together we are working to ensure that all students throughout the country receive the benefits of music study and are continuing to raise awareness about the need for music education programs in our nation’s public schools.”