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A <strong>Place</strong> <strong>Called</strong> <strong>Home</strong> (<strong>APCH</strong>)2830 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011Contact: Melissa MelinaPhone: (323) 232-7653 ext. 324Fax: (323) 232-0139Website: www.apch.orgE-mail: melissa@apch.orgDescription: <strong>APCH</strong> helps inner-city youth find their dreams through educationalenrichment.Select supporters: Stephanie Allain, Geoffrey Ammer, Aspect Ratio, DougAtchison, BET, Johnny Carson Foundation, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kimberly Elise,Shannon Elizabeth, Endeavor Foundation, Giselle Fernandez, <strong>The</strong> Firm, FocusFeatures, Sanaa Hamri, HBO, Taraji P. Henson, Janet Jackson, Randy JacksonRegina King, L.L. Cool J, Lifetime, George and Ann Lopez, Garry Marshall,Penny Marshall, Dawn Ostroff, Keke Palmer, Holly Robinson Peete and RodneyPeete, Delores Robinson, Michelle Rodriquez, Roselyn Sanchez, Marc Shmugerand Louise Hamagami, Shout! Factory, Molly Sims, Jada Pinkett-Smith, WillSmith, TV Land, Mark Wahlberg, Warner Bros., Alfre WoodardA Window Between Worlds710 Fourth Ave., Suite 5Venice, CA 90291Contact: Lonnie ResserPhone: (310) 396-0317Fax: (310) 396-9698Website: www.awbw.orgE-mail: lresser@awbw.orgDescription: A Window Between Worlds uses the creative arts as a healing toolfor battered women and children.Select supporter: Entertainment Industry FoundationAchievable Foundation5901 Green Valley Circle, Suite 320Culver City, CA 90230-6469Contact: Steven Wang or Danise LehrerPhone: (310) 258-4256Fax: (310) 258-4156Website: www.achievable.orgE-mail: DaniseL@achievable.org, additional email info@achievable.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> Achievable Foundation strives to improve the lives ofdisadvantaged people with developmental disabilities.Select supporters: Kathy Bates, Roma Downey, Entertainment IndustryFoundation, Fox Studios, Dustin Hoffman, Joe Mantegna, Maya EntertainmentCo., Michael Nouri, Antonio Sabato Jr., Amber Tamblyn, Universal StudiosAdrienne Luce
1875 Century Park East, Suite 700, Los Angeles, CA 90067Phone: (310) 770-8215Website: www.csssa.orgE-mail: aluce@csssa.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> California State Summer School for the Arts is a rigorous, fourweekresidential program for the most talented high school students in Californiaand its mission is to nurture the next generation of arts professionals inanimation, creative writing, dance, film & video, music, theatre, and visual arts.Select supporters: <strong>The</strong> Herb Alpert Foundation, <strong>The</strong> Annenberg Foundation, <strong>The</strong>Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, <strong>Hollywood</strong> Foreign PressAssociation, Paramount, Pixar, Sony Pictures, Union Bank of California, BNYMellon Wealth Management, and <strong>The</strong> Surdna Foundation.After-School All-Stars9255 Sunset Blvd., Suite 1010Los Angeles, CA 90069Contact: Ben PaulPhone: (310) 275-3232Fax: (310) 275-3230Website: www.afterschoolallstars.orgE-mail: mail@afterschoolallstars.orgDescription: After School All-Stars provides year-round after-school programs toinner-city children in 15 cities across the United States.Select supporters: Kobe Bryant, Common, Arnold SchwarzeneggerAid For AIDS8235 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 200West <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90046Contact: Jeannette BondurantPhone: (323) 656-1107Fax: (323) 650-4323Website: www.aidforaids.netE-mail: info@aidforaids.net , events@aidforaids.netDescription: One of the oldest AIDS organizations in Southern California, AFAaims to prevent homelessness and hunger, enhance self-sufficiency and helpfacilitate and maintain client wellness.Select supporters: Jason Alexander, Khandi Alexander, Loni Anderson, CarolChanning, Melinda Clarke, Jennifer Coolidge, Marcia Cross, Michael Feinstein,Teri Garr, Kathy Griffin, Sam Harris, James Earl Jones, Angela Lansbury, JuliaLouis-Dreyfus, Eric McCormack, Kathy Najimy, John C. Reilly, Debbie Reynolds,Caroline Rhea, Tori Spelling, Holland Taylor, Rachel True, Bruce Villanch,Jennifer Tilly, Jo-Anne WorleyAIDS Project Los Angeles<strong>The</strong> David Geffen Center611 S. Kingsley Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90005Contact: Gabriel McGowanPhone: (213) 201-1600Fax: (213) 201-1595Website: www.apla.orgE-mail: gmcgowan@apla.orgDescription: APLA provides prevention, advocacy and services to people livingwith HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles County.Select supporters: Clear Channel Communications, DreamWorks, FoxEntertainment Group, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson, HBO, ICM, Jeffrey andMarilyn Katzenberg, Paramount Pictures, Showtime Networks, UniversalEntertainment, Vivendi, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros.AIDS Research Alliance1400 S. Grand Ave. Suite 701Los Angeles, CA 90015Contact: Art McDermottPhone: (310) 358-2423Fax: (310) 358-2431Website: www.aidsresearch.orgE-mail: info@aidsresearch.orgDescription: AIDS Research Alliance strives to improve the quality of life for HIVpositiveindividuals by developing more effective treatments for HIV/AIDS andstudying vaccines to prevent the further spread of the virus.Select supporters: Sandy and Nancy Bresler, Entertainment Industry Foundation,Richard Gere, Mark Allen Itkin, Viggo Mortensen, R.E.M., Nancy Sinatra, SonyPictures, Video Industry AIDS Action Committee, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney CompanyAlliance for Lupus Research28 W. 44th St., Suite 1217New York, NY 10036Contact: Andrea DudleyPhone: (212) 218-2840Fax: (212) 218-2848Website: www.lupusresearch.orgE-mail: Adudley@lupusresearch.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> Alliance aims to prevent, treat and cure systemic lupuserythematosus by supporting scientific research.Select supporters: Michael Douglas, James N. Gianopulos, Mary Tyler Moore,Zenia Mucha, Robert W. Pittman, Catherine Zeta-JonesAlzheimer's Association (Los Angeles, Riverside & San BernardinoCounties Chapter)5900 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1100Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Jean Dickinson
Phone: (323) 938-3379Fax: (323) 938-1036Website: www.alz.org/californiasouthlandE-mail: jean.dickinson@alz.orgDescription: Supports people with Alzheimer's disease and their families, as wellas supporting prevention and cure research.Select supporters: Wayne Brady, James Burrows, Kate Burton, BradleyCooper, Bryan Cranston, Olympia Dukakis, Hector Elizondo, Shelley Fabares,Jack Ford, Vivica A. Fox, Peter Gallagher, Victor Garber, Phyllis George, LeezaGibbons, Deborah Gibson, Laurie Burrows Grad, Elizabeth Hasselbeck, KenHoward, Ricki Lake, Sharon Lawrence, Eric McCormack, Terry Moran, KateMulgrew, Megan Mullally, Steven Pasquale, David Hyde Pierce, Sarah Polley,Billy Porter, Ron Rifkin, Molly Sims, Jean Smart, Brent Spiner, Lea Thompson,Tracie Thoms, Dick Van DykeAmazon Foundation345 N. Canon DriveBeverly Hills, CA 90210Contact: Michelle VinkPhone: (310) 858-7838Fax: (310) 858-7816Website: http://www.amazonfoundation.com/E-mail: info@amazonfoundation.comDescription: Preserves large tracts of the Amazon rainforest in their natural statein order to maintain its ecological function, biodiversity, and climatologicfunction and to protect the region's long-term ecological viability.Select supporters: <strong>The</strong> Celebrity Vault, Sean Goodchild, Klaus MoellerAmerican Cinematheque6712 <strong>Hollywood</strong> Blvd.<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90028Contact: Margot GerberPhone: (323) 461-2020 ext. 115Fax: (323) 461-9737Website: www.americancinematheque.comEmail: info@americancinematheque.com, publicity@americancinematheque.comDescription: American Cinematheque offers public screenings uniting filmmakersand filmgoers. It is responsible for the renovation of the Egyptian and Aero<strong>The</strong>atres.Select supporters: Rick Nicita, Paula Wagner James G. Robinson, Henry ShieldsJr., Steve TischAmerican Civil Liberties Union of Southern California1313 W. 8 th StreetLos Angeles, CA 90017Contact: Vickie Fox
Phone: (213) 977 - 5227Fax: (213) 250-3919Website: www.aclu-sc.orgE-mail: ocinfo@aclu-sc.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> ACLU fights for fundamental civil liberties and civil rights,including free speech, fair police practices and nondiscrimination in every aspectof public life.Select supporters: Marilyn and Alan Bergman, Peter Benedek, Mark Brazill,Barbara Corday, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ken Hertz, Barry Hirsch,Norman Lear, Camryn Manheim, Rick Nicita, David Lee Strasberg, BarbraStreisandAmerican Film Institute2021 N. Western Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90027Contact: Elizabeth Gilcreast, AFI Sponsorship and DevelopmentPhone: (323) 856-7673Fax: (323) 856-7800Website: www.AFI.comE-mail: information@AFI.comDescription: AFI is America's promise to preserve the history of the motionpicture, to honor the artists and their work, and to educate the next generation ofstorytellers. As a national, public-supported educational and cultural organization,AFI provides leadership in film, television and digital media and is dedicated toinitiatives that engage the past, the present and the future of the moving imagearts.Select supporters: Sir Howard Stringer, Chair, AFI Board of Trustees, Robert A.Daly, Chair, AFI Board of Directors, Jon Avnet, Richard Frank, MarshallHerskovitz, Tom Pollock, Ed Zwick, Vice-Chairs, AFI Board of TrusteesAmerican Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR)120 Wall St., 13th FloorNew York, NY 10005Contact: Bennah SerfatyPhone: (212) 806-1607Fax: (212) 806-1601Website: www.amfar.orgE-mail: bennah.serfaty@amfar.orgDescription: amfAR is dedicated to ending the global AIDS epidemic throughinnovative research.Select supporters: Woody Allen, Clive Davis, Jane Eisner, Richard Gere, EltonJohn, Milla Jovovich, Liza Minnelli, Sharon Stone, Elizabeth Taylor, StanleyTucci, Harvey Weinstein, Michelle YeohAmerican Friends Service Committee634 S. Spring St., 3rd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90014Contact: Ziba MarashiPhone: (213) 489-1900Fax: (213) 489-1910Website: www.afsc.orgE-mail: losangeles@afsc.orgDescription: Works to challenge injustice and war, bring an end to poverty andthe exclusion and denial of rights.Select supporters: Ellen Burstyn, Blythe Danner, Rufus Jones, Mimi Kennedy,Bonnie RaittAmerican Heart Association7272 Greenville Ave.Dallas, TX 75231-4596Contact: Larry BlousteinPhone: (800) AHA-USA1, (818) 720 - 6900Website: www.americanheart.orgE-mail: LarryB@heart.orgDescription: Aims to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseasesand stroke.Select supporters: Ed Asner, Joy Behar, Toni Braxton, Bill Clinton, AndersonCooper, Jamie Lee Curtis, Patrick Dempsey, Michael Clarke Duncan, HectorElizondo, Morgan Fairchild, Jennie Garth, Randy Jackson, Larry King, JoanLunden, Andie MacDowell, Marie Osmond, Donny Osmond, Jane Pauley, RachelRay, Robin Roberts, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jane Seymour, Jaclyn Smith,Sharon Stone, Cecily Tyson, Vanna White, Vanessa Williams, James Woods.American Humane Association15366 Dickens St.Sherman Oaks, CA 91403Contact: Karen RosaPhone: (818) 501-0123Fax: (818) 501-8725Website: www.americanhumane.org/filmE-mail: krosa@americanhumane.orgDescription: Works to protect children and animals. <strong>The</strong> Film and TV Unitpromotes the humane care of animals used in filmed media.Select supporters: AMTPT, SAGAmerican Society of Young Musicians3250 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 808Los Angeles, CA 90010Contact: Dick Michaels, chairmanPhone: (310) 358-8301Fax: (310) 358-8304Website: www.ASYMusicians.org
E-mail: Brad@ASYMusicians.orgDescription: Provides a variety of services based on the needs of strugglingartists, ranging from financial assistance and shared housing referrals, tomentorships at labels, employment services and a support network of fellowartists encompassing counseling, artistic support and an alcohol and substanceabuse referral component.Select supporters: BMI, EMI, Elton John, Dionne Warrick, Warner Music Group,SeasideAmnesty International2999 Overland Ave. , Suite 111Los Angeles, CA 90064Contact: Bonnie AbaunzaPhone: (415) 288 - 1800Fax: (310) 815-0457Website: www.amnestyusa.orgE-mail: babaunza@aiusa.orgDescription: Works to free prisoners of conscience, to ensure fair and prompttrials for political prisoners, to abolish the death penalty, torture or other crueltreatment of prisoners, and to end extrajudicial executions and disappearances.Select supporters: Antonio Banderas, Halle Berry, Nicolas Cage, Don Cheadle,Jennifer Connelly, Harrison Ford, Richard Gere, Danny Glover, Salma Hayek,Dave Matthews, Phillip Noyce, Tim Roth, Susan Sarandon, Martin Sheen, MiraSorvino, Julia Stiles, Patrick Stewart, StingAngel HarvestP.O. Box 27698Los Angeles, CA 90027-0698Contact: Helen verDuin PalitPhone: (323) 256-6881, (800) 227-5346Fax: (323) 315-5184Website: www.angelharvest.orgE-mail: info@angelharvest.orgDescription: Picks up unused perishable food and other leftovers from events,caterers, studios, corporations, schools, churches and synagogues, delivering itimmediately to nearby soup kitchens and shelters in Los Angeles.Select supporters: <strong>The</strong> Academy Awards, Country Music Awards, DreamWorks,EMA, Fox, <strong>The</strong> Grammys, Paramount, Universal, the Walt Disney Co.Ann & George Lopez FoundationWarner Bros. Studios, 4000 Warner Blvd., Bldg. 8 Room 9,Burbank, CA 91522Contact: Linda D. SmallPhone: 818-954-3320Fax: 818-977-9424Website: www.thelopezfoundation.org; www.georgelopez.com
E-mail: lindas@georgelopez.comDescription: <strong>The</strong> Charity's mission is to createpositive, permanent change for underprivileged children and adultsconfronting challenges in education and health, as well as increasingcommunity awareness about kidney disease and organ donation.Select supporters: CAA, TBS, TNT, 51 Minds, Hard Rock International,Seminole Indian Tribe, TelepicturesAnti-Defamation League10495 Santa Monica Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90025Contact: Maggie HowardPhone: (310) 446-8000Fax: (310) 470-8712Website: www.adl.orgE-mail: Mhoward@adl.orgDescription: Combats prejudice, bigotry, anti-Semitism and discrimination andpromotes harmonious relations between diverse religious and ethnic groupsthrough education, advocacy and inter-group dialogue.Select supporters: All major studios and networks, production companies, talentagencies, entertainment-based companies and private businessesArthritis Foundation, Southern California Chapter800 W. 6 th Street, Suite 1250Los Angeles, CA 90017Contact: Burgandi Onekea, executive directorPhone: (323) 954-5750, (800) 954-CUREFax: (323) 954-5790Website: www.arthritis.orgE-mail: info.sca@arthritis.orgDescription: Provides free literature, exercise classes, self-help courses, supportgroups and physician referrals for those with arthritis and more than 100 otherrelated diseases.Select supporters: William Friedkin, Kathy Ireland, Sally Struthers, Nancy Travis,Aida Turturro, Jane WymanAudrey Hepburn Children's FundContact: Ellen Fontana65 S. Grand Ave., First FloorPasedena, CA 91105Phone: (310) 393-5331Fax: (310) 395-5774Website: www.audreyhepburn.comE-mail: ahcf@audreyhepburn.com
Description: Raises funds toward children's causes worldwide and works towardpreventing child abuse and ensuring basic, quality education with UNICEF's "AllChildren in School" program.Select supporters: Audrey Hepburn CARE Centers at: Hackensack UniversityMedical Center (NJ), Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Children's Hospital NewOrleansAutism Speaks2 Park Avenue, 11th FloorNew York, NY 10016Contact: Dana MarnanePhone: (212) 252-8584Fax: (212) 252-8676Website: www.autismspeaks.orgE-mail: contactus@autismspeaks.orgDescription: Autism Speaks has a goal to change the future for all who strugglewith autism spectrum disorders.Select supporters: Jason Alexander, Marc Blucas, Gary Cole, Richard Cox, TomColicchio, Keith David, James Denton, Gary Dourdan, Minnie Driver, ToddEnglish, Don Felder, Scott Foley, Bruce Greenwood, Sam Harris, JaneKaczmarek, Matt Lauer, Dermot Mulroney, Catherine O'Hara, Elizabeth Perkins,Donald J. Pliner, Monica Potter, Mark Ruffalo, Richard Schiff, JasonSchwartzman, Dougray Scott, Amanda Seyfried, Talia Shire, Bradley WhitfordBarbara Sinatra Children's Center for Abused Children39000 Bob Hope Dr.Rancho Mirage, CA 92270Contact: Susan ReynoldsPhone: (760) 773-1627Fax: (760) 837 - 8666Website: www.sinatracenter.orgE-mail: sr@sinatracenter.orgDescription: Counsels sexually, physically and emotionally abused children,regardless of a family's ability to pay for services. Seeks to prevent and break thegenerational cycle of abuse.Select supporters: Joe Mantegna, Joe Torre, Robert Wagner, Judge Judy,Tommy Lasorda, Larry KingBogart Pediatric Cancer Research Program5900 Wilshire Blvd., 26th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Richard BondroffPhone: (323) 330-0520Fax: (323) 330-0514Website: www.bogartfoundation.orgE-mail: richard@bogartfoundation.org
Description: Dedicated to funding clinical hands-on research for the treatmentand cure for cancer, leukemia and AIDS, giving more and more children achance for life.Select supporters: Les Bider, Ronnie Dashev, Neil Diamond, Toby Emmerich,Whoopi Goldberg, Randy Jackson, Jay Landers, Sherry Lansing, Queen Latifah,Rob Light, Jay Marciano, Jonathan McHugh, Rick Shoemaker, Britney Spears,Barbra Streisand, Elizabeth TaylorBreathe California of Los Angeles County (Breathe LA)5858 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 300Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Enrique ChiockPhone: (323) 935-8050Fax: (323) 935-1873Website: www.breathela.orgE-mail: info@breathela.orgDescription: Promotes lung health and the prevention of lung disease througheducation, advocacy and research in Los Angeles County.Select supporters: Ed Begley Jr., Shirley Temple Black, Carol Burnett, CBSEntertainment, Shannon Doherty, Linda Gray, Louis Gossett Jr., Ron Howard,Chris Lemmon, Dawnn Lewis, Mary Tyler Moore, Esai Morales, Edward JamesOlmos, Primitive Entertainment, Will Smith, Kevin Sorbo, Univision, Dick VanDykeCable Positive1775 Broadway, Suite 433New York, NY 10019Contact: Max JohnsonPhone: (212) 459-1502Fax: (212) 459-1631Website: www.cablepositive.orgE-mail: max@cablepositive.orgDescription: Mobilizes the talents, resources, access and influence of the cableand telecommunications industry to raise HIV/AIDS awareness.Select supporters: Stuart Benson, Dan Brenner, Ruth Browne, Jim Coltharp,Larry Dunn, Billy Farina, Erica Goldman, Ray Gutierrez, Bonnie Hathaway, SteveHouck, Paul Jacobson, Peter Low, Dennis Mangers, Byron Marchant, PattyMcCaskill, Melissa Montuori, Chris Moseley, Tonia O'Connor, Scott Perlmutter,Rob Stoddard, Meredith Wagner, Craig Watson, Italia Commisso Weinand,David WicksCalifornia Community Foundation445 S. Figueroa St., Suite 3400Los Angeles, CA 90071Contact: Gerlie ColladoPhone: (213) 413-4130
Fax: (213) 383-2046Website: www.calfund.orgE-mail: info@ccf-la.org; additional email gcollado@ccf-la.orgDescription: Annually grants over $100 million as investments in the future oflocal communities.Select supporters: Jim Abrahams, Barbara Bosson, Nicholas Scott Cannon,Jamie Foxx, Annette Funicello, Angelina Jolie, Ed O'Neill, Gene Reynolds, Jayand Linda Sandrich, David Spade, Noah WyleCalifornia State Summer School Arts Foundation10960 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1100Los Angeles CA 90024c/o Jayme LevoieSingerLewakContact: Adrienne Luce, Executive DirectorPhone: (310) 770-8215Website: www.csssa.orgE-mail: aluce@csssa.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> California State Summer School for the Arts (formerly known asInnerSpark) is a rigorous, four-week program for the most talented and motivatedhigh school students in California who aspire to careers in animation, creativewriting, dance, film & video, music, theatre, and visual arts.Select supporters: Paramount, Disney, Pixar, Sony Pictures, <strong>The</strong> Herb AlpertFoundation, <strong>Hollywood</strong> Foreign Press Association, <strong>The</strong> Academy of MotionPicture Arts and Sciences, <strong>The</strong> Annenberg Foundation, Union Bank of California,and BNY Mellon Wealth Management.Camp Laurel75 S. Grand Ave. Pasadena, CA 91105Contact: Margot AndersonPhone: (626) 683-0800, Fax: (626) 683-0890Website: www.camplaurel.orgE-mail: manderson@camplaurel.orgDescription: Year-round camp and membership programs that teach children andyouth (6-21) living with HIV and AIDS to believe in themselves and understandthat each one of them has the ability to make his or her life as full and rich as thenext child, regardless of their illness.Select supporters: David Arquette, Tai Babalonia, CBS Studios, Courteney Cox-Arquette, Entertainment Industries Foundation, Randy Gardner, Rudy Galindo,Lauren Graham, L.A. Center Studios, Mary McCormack, Raleigh Studios, SonyPictures, Britney Spears, Kerri Strug, Universal Studios, <strong>The</strong> Walt DisneyStudios, Warner Bros.Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times1954 Cotner Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90025
Contact: Laurie DubchanskyPhone: (310) 268-8488Fax:(310) 473-3338Website: www.campronaldmcdonald.orgE-mail: laurie@campronaldmcdonald.orgDescription: Provides a cost-free sleep-away camp for children with cancer andtheir families.Select supporters: 20th Century Fox, <strong>The</strong> CW, Fox-Walden, Dustin Hoffman,Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Dylan and Cole Sprouse,Universal Studios, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros.Catholic Big Brothers Big Sisters1530 James M. Wood Blvd., 2nd floorLos Angeles, CA 90015Contact: Ken MartinetPhone: (800) 463-4066, (213) 251-9800 ext. 201Fax: (213) 251-9855Website: www.catholicbigbrothers.orgE-mail: kmartinet@catholicbigbrothers.orgDescription: Helps young people through enriching and rewarding relationshipsbetween trained mentors and youth of all faiths and backgrounds.Select supporters: CBS Television - "<strong>The</strong> Price is Right," Stan Chambers, Vin DiBona, Entertainment Industry Foundation, Jackie Flynn, Patricia Heaton,Reginald Vel Johnson, Greg Kinnear, Tawney Little, Rob Moran, Steve Paskay,Ray Romano, Michel Stern, Oliver Stone, Lynn SwannCedars-Sinai Medical Center8700 Beverly Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Janet KellerPhone: (323) 866-6875Fax: (310) 423-8244Website: www.csmc.eduE-mail: janet.keller@cshs.orgDescription: Provides patient care, research and community services whileseeking donations to support its efforts.Select supporters: Tom Arnold, Kobe Bryant, Bill Cosby, Fran Drescher, MaryHart, Ruta Lee, Monty Hall, Megan Mullally, Sharon Osbourne, Jack Osbourne,Debbie Reynolds, John Salley, Raven Simone, Steven Spielberg, MichelleTrachenberg, Denzel & Paulette Washington, WMAChambon Foundation8033 Sunset Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90046-2471Contact: Pierre SauvagePhone: (323) 650-1774 ext. 4
Fax:(323) 654-4689Website: www.chambon.orgE-mail: sauvage@chambon.orgDescription: This educational foundation and archive is committed todocumentary exploration of the Nazi era, with an emphasis on the necessarylessons of hope intertwined with the Holocaust's unavoidable lessons of despair.Select supporters: Ruth Gruber, Dennis Prager, Rabbi Harold M. Schulweis, ElieWieselChildhelp, Inc.15757 N. 78th St.Scottsdale, AZ 85260Contact: Heather DeFrancescoPhone: (480) 922-8212Fax: (480) 922-7061Website: www.childhelp.orgE-mail: info@childhelp.orgDescription: Dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect.Select supporters: Leeza Gibbons, Kathie Lee Gifford, Merv Griffin, Mary Hart,Cheryl Ladd, Martina McBride, Collin Raye, Jane Seymour, Efram Zimbalist Jr.Children Affected by AIDS Foundation6033 W. Century Blvd., Suite 280Los Angeles, CA 90045Contact: Cathy BrownPhone: (310) 258-0850Fax: (310) 258-0851Website: www.caaf4kids.orgE-mail: caaf@caaf4kids.orgDescription: Provides social, educational, recreational and other critical supportprograms to vulnerable children impacted by HIV/AIDS in the U.S. and othercountries.Select supporters: CBS, Jamie Lee Curtis, Melina Kanakaredes, Marlee Matlin,Nickelodeon, Doris Roberts, Ray Romano, Universal, <strong>The</strong> Walt DisneyCompany, Where's LunchChildren Now1212 Broadway, 5th FloorOakland, CA 94612Contact: Ronald PinedaPhone: (510) 763-2444 x 119Fax: (510) 763-1974Website: www.childrennow.orgE-mail: info@childrennow.orgDescription: This nonpartisan research and advocacy organization works to raisechildren's well-being to the top of the national policy agenda.
Select supporters: Neal Baer, Allan K. Jonas, Craig A. Parsons, David JohnsonChildren's Action Network10951 W. Pico Blvd., Suite 330Los Angeles, CA 90064Contact: Nicole CadenaPhone: (310) 470-9599Fax: (310) 474-9665Website: www.childrensactionnetwork.orgE-mail: caninformation@aol.comDescription: CAN uses the power of the entertainment community to increaseawareness about children's issues and to make them a top priority in everydaylife.Select supporters: Kate Capshaw and Steven Spielberg, Robert A. Daly, Lezlieand Mark Johnson, Diane Meehan and Gary Goldberg; Nancy Daly Riordan,Lorraine and Sid Sheinberg, Stacey and Henry WinklerChildren's Alopecia ProjectP.O. Box 6036Wyomissing, PA 19610Contacts: Jeff Woytovich, Betsy WoytovichPhone: (610) 468-1011Fax: (302) 372-1818Website: www.childrensalopeciaproject.orgE-mail: info@childrensalopeciaproject.orgDescription: Devoted to children living with the incurable autoimmune hair lossdisease, Alopecia Areata.Select supporters: Margaret H. Baker, Kermit Cintron, Amy Gibson, Art Harris,Kristy Kowal, Gail Porter, Georgia Van Cuylanberg, Staciana Stitts-Winfield.Children's Burn Foundation5000 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 450Sherman Oaks, CA 91403Contact: Carol HorvitzPhone: (818) 907-2822Fax: (818) 501-4005Website: www.childburn.orgE-mail: info@childburn.orgDescription: Provides treatment and psycho-social services for children who havebeen severely burned and burn prevention and fire safety programs for children,families, caregivers and emergency providers.Select supporters: Tom Bosley, CAA, Sam Elliott, Charles Pratt Jr., Betty WhiteChildren's Defense Fund1625 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 701Los Angeles, CA 90015
Contact: Evan HollandPhone: (213) 355-8787Fax: (213) 355-8795Website: www.childrensdefense.org , www.cdfca.orgE-mail: cdfca@cdfca.orgDescription: This non-profit child advocacy organization has worked for 35 yearsto ensure a level playing field for all children.Select supporters: CAA Foundation, Dr. Phil Foundation, Universal Studios, WaltDisney Company, Warner Bros.; Board members include Ruth-Ann Huvane,Katie McGrath, Laura Wasserman, and Actresses Jurnee Smollett and ReeseWitherspoonChildren's Diabetes Foundation777 Grant St. , Suite 302Denver, CO 80203Contact: Christine LernerPhone: (800) 695-2873 , (303)-863-1200Fax: (303) 863-1122Website: www.childrensdiabetesfoundation.orgE-mail: chrissy@childrensdiabetesfoundation.orgDescription: Funds programs of healthcare and research at the Barbara DavisCenter for Childhood Diabetes in Denver, where more than 5,000 children andyoung adults come from all over the world to receive the finest care available fortype 1 diabetes.Select supporters: CAA, CBS, <strong>The</strong> Fox Group, Guess, Inc., ICM, Mercedes-Benz, MGM, NBC Universal, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment,Viacom, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros., William Morris Agency, MACcosmetics, Pacific Wine and SpiritsChildren's Tumor Foundation8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 516Los Angeles, CA 90045-3616Contact: Kelly McGowanPhone: (310) 216-9570, (888) 314-6633Fax: (310) 216-7789Website: www.ctf.orgE-mail: kmcgowan@ctf.orgDescription: Dedicated to ending Neurofibromatosis through research.Select supporters: Steve Auer, Rick Jaffa, Shinbone Prods., Michael Silver,Sunset-Gower StudiosChildren's Hospital Los Angeles4650 Sunset Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90027Contact: Melissa Do ValePhone: (323) 361-1706
Fax: (323) 361-8655Website: www.chla.orgE-mail: mdovale@chla.usc.eduDescription: Children's Hospital Los Angeles is acknowledged throughout theUnited States and around the world for its leadership in pediatric and adolescenthealthcare.Select supporters: Among the members of the Children's Hospital Los AngelesBoard of Trustees are Mary Hart, Arnold J. Kleiner, Alex Meneses, RonPreissman, Cheryl Saban, Ph.D.., Paul Schaeffer, Joyce Bogart Trabulus andnew hospital building Co-Chair, Chris Albrecht.City of Hope1500 E. Duarte RoadDuarte, CA 91010Contact: Roya AltPhone: (800) 826-HOPE (4673)Website: www.cityofhope.orgE-mail: Lkim@coh.orgDescription: City of Hope is a research and treatment center for cancer, diabetesand other life-threatening diseases.Select supporters: AEG Live, Clear Channel Communications, EMI RecordsGroup, Jonas Bros., Sony BMG Music Entertainment, Josh Turner, CarrieUnderwood, Universal Music Group, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Company, Warner MusicGroupCity of Hope Development Center1055 Wilshire Blvd., 12th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90017Contact: Britta BucholzPhone: (213) 202-5735Fax: (213) 241-7207Website: www.cityofhope.orgE-mail: bbucholz@coh.orgDescription: City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment andeducation institution, is dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer and otherlife-threatening diseases, guided by a compassionate, patient-centeredphilosophy and supported by a national foundation of humanitarian philanthropy.Select supporters: Dell, Disney Music Group, EMI, MTV Networks, Sony BMGMusic Entertainment, Sony Pictures, Ticketmaster, Universal Music Group, andmany others.Clothes Off Our Back Foundation10 Universal City Plaza, 20th FloorUniversal City, CA 91608Contact: Michel Schneider , email: mschneider@clothesoffourback.orgPhone: (818) 753-2404
Fax: (818) 753-2414Website: www.clothesoffourback.orgE-mail: info@clothesoffourback.orgDescription: Hosts charity auctions showcasing today's hottest celebrity attire.Items are put up for bid to the public with proceeds going to benefit children'scharities.Select supporters: Clay Aiken, Jessica Alba, Halle Berry, David Boreanaz, KristinChenoweth, Chivas USA, Conde Nast, E! Network, Ellen DeGeneres, MinnieDriver, Edie Falco, Jennifer Garner, Getty Images, Mariska Hargitay, Neil PatrickHarris, Cheryl Hines, Julianne Hough, Kentucky Derby, Heidi Klum, L.A. Times,Little Black Dress Wines, Julia-Louis Dreyfus, Julianne Moore, Danica Patrick,Red Carpet Award Show Events, Ryan Seacrest, Kyra Sedgwick, Molly Sims,Meryl Streep, Swarovski, Alison Sweeney, Charlize <strong>The</strong>ron, Time Inc., KateWalsh, Forest Whitaker, casts of "Desperate Housewives," "Lost," "Heroes," UglyBetty," "<strong>The</strong> Office."Coalition for Clean Air811 W. 7th St., Suite 1100Los Angeles, CA 90017Contact: Liz Ernst or Cori TraubPhone: (213) 630-1192, (916) 498-1560, Fax: (213) 630-1158Website: www.coalitionforcleanair.orgE-mail: annette@coalitionforcleanair.orgDescription: For more than 35 years, the non-profit Coalition for Clean Air hasbeen committed to restoring clean, healthy air to California.Select supporters: Buzz Aldrin, Ed Begley Jr., Jayni Chase, Christopher Cross,Blythe Danner, Ted Danson, Disney Corporation, James Garner, Don Henley,Alan Horn, Jane Kaczmarek, Norman Lear, Lisa Rawlins, Lindsay Wagner,Warner Bros. Corp., Bradley WhitfordComic Relief6404 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1599Los Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Mike MillerPhone: (323) 655-1511, Fax: (323) 482-1095Website: www.comicrelief.orgE-mail: contact@comicrelief.orgDescription: Creates live TV shows and special events that unite the comedycommunity behind some of society's most relevant causes and pressing needs.Thus far, Comic Relief has distributed more than $50 million.Select supporters: Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, Robin Williams and the entirecomedy communityCommunities in Schools2345 Crystal Dr.Arlington, VA 22202
Contact: Cindy NixonPhone: (800) CIS-4KIDS, (703) 519-8999,Fax: (703) 837-4565Website: www.cisnet.orgDescription: CIS champions the connection of needed community resources withschools to help young people learn, stay in school and prepare for life.Select supporters: J.J. Abrams, Herb Alpert, Wally Amos, Burt Bacharach,Michael Bolton, Jerry Breslauer, Jenna Elfman, Lance Freed, Mark Gill, DanGlickman, Alicia Keys, Patti LaBelle, Rob Light, Richard Lovett, Russ Meyer,Jerry Moss, Richard Plepler, Lionel Richie, Russell SimmonsCommunity Partners1000 N. Alameda, Suite 240Los Angeles, CA 90012Contact: Adrian Brooks CollinsPhone: (213) 346-3200Fax: (213) 808-1009Website: www.communitypartners.orgE-mail: info@communitypartners.orgDescription: Provides a range of services to assist individuals, organizations andinstitutions in effectively addressing the complex social, economic and policyissues facing the Southern California region.Select supporters: City Ballet of Los Angeles, Triumverate PiCovenant House California1325 N. Western Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90027Contact: Brandy McCoyPhone: (323) 461-3131Fax: (323) 461-6491Website: www.covdove.orgE-mail: info@covdove.orgDescription: Provides street outreach, emergency shelter, transitional housing,health services, employment assistance and a variety of other supportiveservices to homeless and at-risk youth.Select supporters: Gilbert Arenas, Tom Arnold, Ed Begley Jr., Beau & WendyBridges, Collin & Elizabeth Callender, Sway Calloway, Pam Dawber, Oscar DeLa Hoya, Deluxe Laboratories, Vin Diesel, Entertainment Industry Foundation,Dean & Shannon Factor, Whoopi Goldberg, Scott & Tracie Hamilton, KeyshawnJohnson, Charlie Kauffman, Larry King, Lisa Leslie, Delroy Lindo, TobeyMaguire, Bill Maher, MGM, Brittany Murphy, Sharon Osbourne, ParamountPictures, Scott Paterson, Keanu Reeves, Susan Sarandon, William & LizShatner, Martin Sheen, Terry Thoren, Steve Tyrell, Universal Studios, ValerieVan Galder, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Studios, Robert WuhlCreate Now!
2007 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 818Los Angeles, CA 90057Contact: Jill GurrPhone: (213) 484-8500Fax: (213) 484-8555Website: www.createnow.orgE-mail: info@createnow.orgDescription: Provides creative arts mentoring, resources and opportunities tothousands of the most troubled children and youth in Southern California whohave been abused, orphaned, left homeless, or are foster kids, teen parents,gang members or incarcerated.Select supporters: Cirque du Soleil, Def Leppard, Michael Lington, ParamountStudios Paint Department Debra Skelton, Warner Bros. Encore!, Writers Guild ofAmerica FoundationCreative Visions Foundation1223 Sunset Plaza Dr., Suite B. West <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90069Contact: Kathy Eldon, Amy Eldon TurteltaubPhone: (310) 652.8833Fax: (310) 652-8020Website: www.creativevisions.orgE-mail: info@creativevisions.orgDescription: Inspired by the life of Dan Eldon, a young Reuters photojournalistkilled in Somalia in 1993, Creative Visions Foundation supports "CreativeActivists" who use media and the arts to create positive change in the world.Select supporters: Julia Roberts, Lindsay Price, Creative Visions has also beenpublicly supported by Rosie O'Donnell, Anderson Cooper, Christiane Amanpour,Sting, Trudie StylerCystic Fibrosis Foundation2150 Towne Center Pl., Suite 120Anaheim, CA 92806Contacts: Helen Johnson, Gary W. GreenPhone: (714) 842-1578, (714) 938-1393Fax: (714) 938-1462Website: www.cff.orgE-mail: scalifornia@cff.orgDescription: Funds research and patient care for people afflicted with cysticfibrosis.Select supporters: <strong>The</strong> Disney Company, Inside 12x12, Krikorian Premiere<strong>The</strong>atres, New Line Cinema Corp., Sony Pictures Entertainment, Transfilm,Universal, Warner Bros. <strong>Home</strong> Video, WEA,Daniel Pearl Foundation2365 Westwood Blvd., Suite 21Los Angeles, CA 90064
Contact: Christina WilsonPhone: (310) 441-1400Fax: (310) 441-1404Website: www.danielpearl.orgE-mail: contact@danielpearl.orgDescription: Works domestically and internationally to promote cross-culturalunderstanding, combat cultural and religious hatred, encourage responsible andcreative journalism, and to enrich people's lives through musicSelect supporters: Christiane Amanpour, <strong>The</strong> Barbra Streisand Foundation, LaFondation Andre Levy, Herbie Hancock, Elton John, Jolie-Pitt Foundation, <strong>The</strong>Los Angeles Times, Itzhak Perlman, R.E.M., <strong>The</strong> Samuel Bronfman Foundation,<strong>The</strong> Skirball Foundation, <strong>The</strong> Wall Street JournalDeaf West <strong>The</strong>atre Company5112 Lankershim Blvd.North <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 91601Contact: Kim GarfieldPhone: (818) 762-2998Fax: (818) 762-2981Website: www.deafwest.orgE-mail: info@deafwest.orgDescription: Presents productions in American Sign Language and simultaneousspoken English. Also provides educational outreach workshops for deaf andhard-of-hearing children and their families, summer conservatory for actors andASL storytelling.Select supporters: Deanne Bray, Gordon Davidson, Phyllis Frelich, RoccoLandesman, John Lithgow, Camryn Manheim, Richard Masur, Marlee Matlin,Mark Medoff, Joseph and Carolyn Sargent, Bradley WhitfordDedication and Everlasting Love to Animals (D.E.L.T.A. Rescue)P.O. Box 9Glendale, CA 91209Contact: Nancy WedlockPhone: (661) 269-4010Fax: (661) 269-5049Website: www.deltarescue.orgE-mail: contact@deltarescue.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> largest no-kill, care-for-life sanctuary in the world, home to morethan 1,500 rescued dogs and cats who were abandoned in the wilderness.Select supporters: Katherine Heigl, Ed Asner, Kim Basinger, Alec Baldwin,Charles Bronson, Kari Clark, Donna Douglas, Richard Dreyfuss, AnthonyHopkins, Richard Karn, Yolanda Kopell, John Lithgow, Rue McClanahan,Johanna McCloy, Pam McMahon, Glenn Morshower, George Putnam, DeeWallace-Stone, Betty WhiteDoctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres)
333 Seventh Avenue, 2nd FloorNew York, NY 10001-5004Contact: Jason Cone, communications directorPhone: (212) 679-6800Fax: (212) 679-7016Website: www.doctorswithoutborders.orgE-mail: info@newyork.msf.orgDescription: Sends volunteer doctors, nurses and non-medical staff to providehumanitarian medical assistance to victims of war, natural disasters andepidemics.Select supporters: Bob Bookman, Marsha Williams<strong>The</strong> Dream Foundation1528 Chapala St., Suite 304Santa Barbara, CA 93101Contact: Erinn Lynch, email: erinn@dreamfoundation.orgPhone: (805) 564-2131Fax: (805) 564-7002Website: www.dreamfoundation.orgDescription: Grants wishes to adults who have been diagnosed with a terminalillness and have a life expectancy of less than a year. <strong>The</strong> only adult wishgrantingorganization in the United States.Select supporters: Jolie Fisher, Brad Garrett, Kim Kardashian, Kenny Loggins,Kevin Nealon, Peter Noone, Priscilla Presley, Ray Romano, Bruce Springsteen,Rob Lowe, Kathy IrelandDrumming for Your Life Institute2132 Montana Ave., Suite BSanta Monica, CA 90403Contact: Steven AngelPhone: (310) 453-2348Fax: (310) 453-2344Website: www.dfyl.orgE-mail: stevenangel@dfyl.orgDescription: Dedicated to using the power of rhythm to help children and youthdevelop the emotional, academic and social skills they need to succeed in schooland in life.Select supporters: Bob Badami, Julian Bratolyubov, Justin Burnett, Vella M.Cameron, John Densmore, Gavin Greenaway, P.J. Hanke, Marylata and DanielJacob, Alan Meyerson, John Powell, Bonnie Raitt, Timothy Roder, Peter Rotter,Geoff Zanelli.Earth 9111375 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite 360Scottsdale, AZ 85257Contact: Jennifer Berry
Description: Funds AIDS prevention education and patient-care servicesworldwide.Select supporters: Audi, Bath and Body Works/<strong>The</strong> Limited Inc., Chopard, DeltaAirlines, M.A.C., Miramax, VH-1, <strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Corporation, Wells-FargoEntertainment Industries Council3000 W. Alameda Ave., Administration Building , Suite 225Burbank, CA 91523Contact: Larry DeutchmanPhone: (818) 840 - 2016Fax: (818) 840 - 2018Website: www.eiconline.orgE-mail: eicwest@eiconline.orgDescription: To bring the power and influence of the entertainment industry toraise health issues.Select supporters: Dick Askin, John Badham, Thora Birch, Erika Christensen,Penelpoe Cruz, Barbara Eden, Donald Faison, Sally Field, Leeza Gibbons,Casey Kasem, Christine Lahti, Michele Lee, Peter Liguori, Parker Posey, MelissaRivers, Peter Roth, Katey Sagal, Martin Sheen, Tony ViniciquerraEntertainment Industry Foundation's National Colorectal Cancer ResearchAlliance (EIF's NCCRA)1201 West 5th St., Suite T-700Los Angeles, CA 90017Contact: Barbara Ann BelarminoPhone: (213) 240-3900Fax: (213) 481-3100Website: www.eifoundation.orgE-mail: bbelarmino@eifoundation.orgDescription: Dedicated to the eradication of colon, breast and ovarian cancer bypromoting education, fundraising, research and early medical screening for thedisease.Select supporters: Morgan Freeman, Diane Keaton, Heidi Klum, Dennis Quaid,Ray Romano, Carmen Marc ValvoEnvironmental Media Association5979 W. 3 rd Street, Suite 204Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Jenny ShafritzPhone: (323) 556 - 2790Fax: (323) 556 - 2971Website: www.ema-online.orgE-mail: ema@ema-online.orgDescription: Works directly with the entertainment industry to promoteenvironmental content in film and television.
Select supporters: Ed Begley, Blythe Danner, Frances Fisher, Dave Flemming,Eve & Bill Gerber, Wendie Malick, Cristan & Kevin Reilly, Carla & MichaelShamberg, Susan & Jon Shienberg, Amy Smart, Larry WinokurEpidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation (EBMRF)8909 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 222Beverly Hills, CA 90211Contact: Andrea Pett - JosephPhone: (310) 854-0957Website: www.ebkids.orgE-mail: a.pett@bep-la.comDescription: Dedicated to helping medical scientists learn more about EB, itscauses, the development of successful treatments, and, ultimately its cure.Select supporters: Jennifer Aniston, Brillstein Entertainment Partners, CAACourteney Cox & David Arquette, Catherine Keener, James Marsden, Brad PittFamous Fone Friends9101 Sawyer St.Los Angeles, CA 90035Contact: Linda StonePhone: (310) 204-5683Fax: (310) 204-5683Website: www.famousfonefriends.orgE-mail: fonefriends@aol.comDescription: Organization where celebrities call hospitalized children throughoutthe country to lift their spirits. Calls are made throughout the year to more than300 participating hospitals.Select supporters: Corbin Bleu, Nancy Cartwright, John Cena, Jimm Cummings,Miley Cyrus, Tom Kenney, Jeff Kinney, Jay Leno, Jannette McCurdy, BenRoethlisberger, Robin WilliamsFarm SanctuaryP.O. Box 150Watkins Glen, NY 14891Contact: Tricia BerryPhone: (607) 583-2225Fax: (607) 583-2041Website: www.farmsanctuary.orgE-mail: info@farmsanctuary.orgDescription: Rescues abandoned and abused farm animals.Select supporters: Casey Affleck, Kim Basinger, Thora Birch, James Cromwell,Daryl Hannah, Peter Max, Mary Tyler Moore, Kevin Nealon, Doris Roberts, AliciaSilverstone, Debra Wilson, Noah WyleFilm Independent (FIND)9911 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90035Contact: Folayo LafakiPhone: (310) 432-1200, Fax: (310) 432-1203Website: www.filmindependent.orgE-mail: tpruitt@filmindependent.orgDescription: Champions independent film and supports artists who embodydiversity, innovation, and uniqueness of vision.Select supporters: Adobe, Eastman Kodak, Entertainment Weekly, IndependentFilm Channel, In Style, Intel, Los Angeles Times, Netflix, Pop SecretFilmAid International363 7 th Ave, 20th FloorNew York, NY 10001Contact: Caroline BaronPhone: (212) 529-1088, Fax: (212) 529-1084Website: www.filmaid.orgE-mail: info@filmaid.orgDescription: Screens films at refugee camps in Kenya and Ethiopia.Select supporters: Danny GloverFINCA International (<strong>The</strong> Foundation for International CommunityAssistance)1101 14th St. NW, 11th FloorWashington, DC 20005Contact: Diane Jones, Public Relations ManagerPhone: (202) 682-1510Fax: (202) 682-1535Website: www.villagebanking.orgE-mail: djones@villagebanking.orgDescription: Provides financial services to low-income entrepreneursinternationally so that they can create jobs and improve their standard of living.Select supporters: AIG, GE Capital Global Banking, VisaEducation Foundation1649 16th St.Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Linda GrossPhone: (310) 396-4557, Fax: (310) 396-4557Website: www.smmef.orgE-mail: smmef@smmusd.orgDescription: Dedicated to supporting and enhancing quality education for allstudents in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.Select supporters: Entertainment Industry Foundation, Intel, Panavision, <strong>The</strong>Recording Academy, Yahoo!Frank Nelson Memorial Sick and Benefit Fund of AFTRA
5757 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 900Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Olga PerezPhone: (323) 634-8104Fax: (323) 634-8107Website: www.aftra.comE-mail: operez@aftra.comDescription: Provides emergency financial aid and other resources to qualifiedAFTRA members in western U.S. faced with injury, illness, prolongedunemployment or other emergencies.Select supporters: AFTRA members, Entertainment Industry Foundation, <strong>The</strong>atreAuthority WestFree Arts for Abused Children12095 W. Washington Blvd., Suite 104Los Angeles, CA 90066Contact: Karrah LompaPhone: (310) 313-4ART (4278)Fax: (310) 313-5575Web site: www.freearts.orgE-mail: info@freearts.orgDescription: Volunteers deliver creative arts programs to abused, homeless andat risk children.Select supporters: Sony, Paramount, CAAFriends of the Family15350 Sherman Way, Suite 140Van Nuys, CA 91406Contact: Brenda HillhousePhone: (818) 988-4430Fax: (818) 988-4633Website: www.fofca.orgE-mail: brenda@fofca.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> mission of Friends of the Family is to foster strong, selfsufficientfamilies, joyful and resilient children, and vibrant communities byproviding respectful, responsive family support programs in the greater LosAngeles area.Select Supporters: Monica and Philip Rosenthal, Cindy Crawford, Melissa JoanHart, Disney/ABC Television Group, Amy Baer, CBS Films, Fox 21 TV, JaneFrancis, Holly Robinson Peete, Magic JohnsonFriends of the Observatory2800 East Observatory RoadLos Angeles, CA 90027-0310Contact: Melissa DevorPhone: (213) 473-0879
Fax: (213) 473-0819Website: www.GriffithObservatory.org/FOTOE-mail: fotofriend@earthlink.netDescription: Supports the Griffith ObservatorySelect supporters: Leonard and Susan Bay NimoyFulfillment Fund6100 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 600Los Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Kari Roberts,Phone: (323) 900-8761Fax: (323) 525-3095Website: www.fulfillmentfund.orgE-mail: info@fulfillmentfund.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> Fulfillment Fund is a college access organization.Select supporters: Creative Artists Agency, Fox/Newscorp, Revolution Studios,Sony Pictures Entertainment, Universal Studios/Imagine, <strong>The</strong> Walt DisneyCompany, William Morris AgencyGay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation5455 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1500Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Nick AdamsPhone: (323) 933-2240Fax: (323) 933-2241Website: www.glaad.orgE-mail: adams@glaad.orgDescription: Dedicated to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate and inclusiverepresentation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminatinghomophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.Select supporters: Bravo, Bunim-Murray Productions, CBS Corporation, ComedyCentral, Court TV, Disney/ABC Television Group, HBO, Lifetime Networks, MTVNetworks, NBC Universal, Scripps Network, Sundance Channel, Showtime, TimeWarner, Warner Bros./Reprise Records, <strong>The</strong> Weinstein CompanyGRAMMY Foundation®3030 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Christina CassidyPhone: 310.392.3777Fax: 310.392.2188Website: www.grammyfoundation.comE-mail: grammyfoundation@grammy.comDescription: <strong>The</strong> GRAMMY Foundation cultivates an awareness and appreciationof the impact of music on the human condition through programs and fundingsupport in two key areas of focus: music education and preservation andadvancement.
Select supporters: Bucher, George Jones, Beatriz Perez, Neil Portnow, RustyRueff, Best Buy, Campbell's Labels For Education, Converse, Ford MotorCompany Fund, Gibson Foundation, Hot Topic FoundationHabitat for Humanity17700 S. Figueroa StreetGardena, CA 90248Contact: Alison TreleavenPhone: (310) 323-4663Fax: (310) 323-0789Website: www.habitatla.orgE-mail: info@habitatla.org, volunteers@habitatla.orgDescription: Builds homes for underserved but deserving members of thecommunity.Select supporters: John Abraham, Patricia Arquette, Elgin Baylor, Jon Bon Jovi,Julie Bowen, Ryan Braun, Garth Brooks, Michael Cera, Baron Davis, KristinDavis, Mike Dunleavy, A.C. Green, Seth Green, Green Day, Paige Hemmis,Dustin Hoffman, Quincy Jones, Greg Kinnear, Talib Kweli, Linkin Park,Constance Marie, Ricky Martin, John Mayer, Barry Pepper, Tyler Perry, Brad Pitt,Susan Sarandon, Doug Savant, William Shatner, Maria Shriver, Switchfoot, ThirdDay, Jeanne Tripplehorn, Glynn Turman, Blair Underwood, Bradley Whitford,Robin Williams, Chandra Wilson and Trisha Yearwood.Haven HouseSheila HalfonP.O. Box 50007Pasadena, CA 91115Phone: (626) 564-8880, (323) 681-2626 (hotline)Fax: (626) 564-9348Website: www.havenhousela.com, www.itsnotok.orgE-mail: shalfon@havenhousela.comDescription: Provides various programs to battered women and their children. Itis also the first shelter of its kind in the United States.Select supporters: Kim Basinger, Kevin Costner, Ted Danson and MarySteenburgen, Brad Garrett, Erin Gray, Jane Kaczmarek, Christine Lahti, JayLeno, Howie Mandel, Ali McGraw, Leonard Nimoy, Rob Reiner, Bob Saget,Courtney Thorne-SmithHeal the Bay1444 9th St.Santa Monica, CA 90401Contact: Matthew KingPhone: (310) 451-1500Fax: (310) 496-1902Website: www.healthebay.orgE-mail: info@healthebay.org
Description: Dedicated to making Santa Monica Bay and Southern Californiacoastal waters safe and healthy for people and marine life.Select supporters: Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Amy Smart, Nicolas CageHealthy Child Healthy World12300 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 320Los Angeles, CA 90025Contact: Christopher GaviganPhone: (310) 820-2030Fax: (310) 820-2070Website: www.healthychild.orgE-mail: info@healthychild.orgDescription: Nonprofit organization that raises public awareness on howchemicals affect children's health and developmentSelect supporters: Gerald Brelauser, Amy Brenneman, Erin Brockovich, Nancyand James Chuda, Laura Dern, Anna Getty, Dr. Harvey Karp, Michael and JenaKing, Tobey Maguire, Olivia Newton-John, Gwyneth Paltrow, Brooke Shields,Meryl StreepHeart of Los Angeles Youth (HOLA)2701 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 100Los Angeles, CA 90057Contact: Tony BrownPhone: (213) 389-1148Fax: (213) 389-1085Website: www.heartofla.orgE-mail: tbrown@heartofla.orgDescription: A nonprofit youth center serving kids 6-18 in education, fine arts andathletics.Founder: Mitchel D. MooreSelect supporters: Jessica Biel, Fox Sports en espanol, Los Angeles Lakers, CarlReiner, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Rosaline Sanchez, John Densmore.Hollygrove, an EMQ Children and Family Services Agency815 N. El Centro Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90038Contact: Martine SingerPhone: (323) 463-2119Fax: (323) 463-9291Website: www.hollygrove.orgE-mail: msinger@hollygrove.orgHelps children, strengthens families and builds community and advocates forsystems change to ensure that families thrive.Select supporters: Mrs. Dan G. Stephens and Mrs. Frank A. Gibson<strong>Hollywood</strong> Arts Council
P.O. Box 931056<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90093-1056Contact: Nyla ArslanianPhone: (323) 462-2355Fax: (323) 465-9240Website: www.hollywoodartscouncil.orgE-mail: info@hollywoodartscouncil.orgDescription: With its mission to promote, nurture and support the arts in<strong>Hollywood</strong>, HAC works for the betterment of the community through the arts.Select supporters: Oscar P. Arslanian, Randall Baumberger, Judy Doherty, JoanMcCarthy, George Pennacchio, Maureen Schultz<strong>Hollywood</strong> Entertainment Museum1140 N. Citrus Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90038Contact: Stephanie SurabianPhone: (323) 465-7900Fax: (323) 469-9576Website: www.hollywoodmuseum.comE-mail: info@hollywoodmuseum.comDescription: Promotes the empowering spirit, history and diversity of Los Angelesand honors its achievements and innovation, and continues the movement tointegrate education and culture through exhibits and programs that nurture thecreative arts.Select supporters: Jack Haley Jr. , Sherry Lansing, Earl Lestz, and David Roberti<strong>Hollywood</strong> for Habitat for Humanity15464 Ventura Blvd.Sherman Oaks, CA 91403-3002Contact: Danielle LemmonPhone: (818) 503-2154Fax: (818) 907-0819Website: www.hollywoodforhabitat.comE-mail: info@hollywoodforhabitat.comDescription: Unites influential players in <strong>Hollywood</strong> with Habitat for Humanity tobuild homes.Select Supporters: ABC, CAA, Disney, EIF, Endeavor, Fox, HBO, ParamountPictures, People Magazine, Rogers & Cowan, Shady Acres, Sony, UTA,Universal Studios, Randall Wallace, Warner Bros., Wheelhouse Entertainment,William Morris AgencyHouse Ear Institute2100 W. Third St.Los Angeles, CA 90057Contact: Kirsten HolguinPhone: (213) 483-4431
Fax: (213) 483-8789Website: www.hei.orgE-mail: info@hei.orgDescription: Research institute for hearing loss, ear and balance disorders. <strong>The</strong>institute's Children's CARE Center provides care for deaf and hard-of-hearingchildren.Select supporters: Ahmanson Foundation, Nanette Fabray, David Foster, Davidand Larraine Gerber, Florence Henderson, Dolores Hope, Howard P. House,M.D., MIX Foundation, SHURE, Inc., Skirball FoundationHuman Rights Watch11500 W. Olympic Blvd. Suite 441Los Angeles, CA 90064Contact: Camille Joseph, Coordinator, Outreach & DevelopmentPhone: (310) 477-5540, (212) 216-1832Fax: (310) 477-4622Website: www.hrw.org; www.hrwcalifornia.org/southE-mail: hrwlasb@hrw.org, hrwpress@hrq.orgDescription: Defends and protects human rights through investigations,promoting awareness, and advocacy.Select supporters: Bob Bernstein, Bob Daly, Barry Diller, Mike Farrell, DennisHaysbert, Jeffrey Katzenberg, Jeri Laber, Norman Lear, Barry Meyer, RonMeyer, Aryeh Neier, Skip Paul, Victoria Riskin, Orville Schell, Terry Semel, SidSheinberg, Casey Wasserman, Noah WyleIn Defense of Animals3010 Kerner Blvd.San Rafael, CA 94901Contact: Jerry DahlkePhone: (415) 448-0048Fax: (415) 454-1031Website: www.idausa.orgE-mail: ida@idausa.orgDescription: Committed to advocacy, rescue and protection of animals.Founder: Elliot M. Katz, D.V.M.Inner-City ArtsGarmen Shiu720 Kohler St.Los Angeles, CA 90021Contact: Garmen ShiuPhone: (213) 627-9621Fax: (213) 627-6469Website: www.inner-cityarts.orgE-mail: info@inner-cityarts.org
Description: Professional artists teach students in visual arts, dance, drama,music, ceramics and animation in a real studio environment. Inner-City Arts hasserved 150,000 of the city's most at-risk children at no cost to the students.Select Supporters: Bob Bates, Endeavour Foundation, Entertainment IndustryFoundation, Carla Gugino, Patricia Heaton, Irwin Jaeger, Lisa Kudrow, LMNOProductions, Sara Ramirez, Philip and Monica Rosenthal, VarietyInner-City Filmmakers3000 W. Olympic Blvd. Building 3, Suite 2413Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Stephania Lipner, (310) 739-1469Phone: (310) 264-3992Fax: (310) 264-3981Website: www.innercityfilmmakers.comE-mail: innercityfilms@earthlink.netDescription: Provides education, career development, and job placementservices for diverse low-income and minority youth who have a desire to buildcareers in the entertainment industry.Select supporters: Stephania Lipner, Fred HeinrichInsideOUT Writers/Alethos Foundation1680 N Vine St. Suite 614<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90028Contact: Wendy KillianPhone: (310) 858-1245Fax: (310) 858-1219Website: www.insideoutwriters.orgE-mail: info@insideoutwriters.orgDescription: Creative writing program for at-risk and incarcerated youth aimed atdiscouraging violence while providing a structured teaching and mentoringprogram led by professional journalists.Founders: Sr. Janet Harris and Karen HuntSelect supporters: Steven Bochco, Scott Budnick, Antwone Fisher, David Gale,Jamie Gertz, Gigi Levangle Grazer, Susan Koch, Todd Phillips, Greg Silverman,Michael Sugar, Jeff WernerIsraFest Foundation6404 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1240Los Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Meir FenigsteinPhone: (323) 966-4166Fax: (323) 658-6346Website: www.IsraelFilmFestival.orgE-mail: Meir@IsraelFilmFestival.orgDescription: Aims to enrich the American vision of Israeli life and culture andcreate an intercultural exchange through film.
Founder: Meir FenigsteinSelect Supporters: <strong>The</strong> <strong>Hollywood</strong> <strong>Reporter</strong>, Time Warner, Clear Channel,Outdoor, Israel Film Fund, New Image, Millenium Films, and many othersJames Redford Institute for Transplant Awareness (JRI)10573 W. Pico Blvd., Suite 214Los Angeles, CA 90064Contact: Annie Aft, Jamie Redford (310) 441-4906Phone: (310) 559-6325Fax: (310) 559-6370Website: www.jrifilms.org; www.sharethebeat.orgE-mail: web@jrifilms.orgDescription: Dedicated to educating the public, youth in particular, about theneed for organ and tissue donation through film, educational outreach materialsand the Web.Select supporters: Britt Allcroft, Neal Baer, Tom Brokaw, Sandy Climan, JamesDenton, Jake Eberts, Fredi Edwards, Reg Gipson, Mariska Hargitay, KatherineHeigl, Chris Meledandri, Ryan Merriman, Tim McGraw, James Redford, RobertRedford, Dr. Byers Shaw, Barry Tyerman, Phil VassarJewish Community Foundation6505 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1200Los Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Lewis GronerPhone: (323) 761-8700Fax: (323) 761-8729Website: www.jewishfoundationla.orgE-mail: info@jewishfoundationla.orgDescription: Founded in 1954 by the Jewish Federation Council of Greater LosAngeles, the Jewish Community Foundation manages charitable giving in orderto maximize its effect on the community.Select supporters: Mitch Kaplan, Doug Mankoff, Ben RederJewish Family Service of Los Angeles (JFS)3580 Wilshire BlvdLos Angeles, CA, 90010Contact: Remy GlickPhone: (323) 761-8800Fax: (323) 761-8801Website: www.jfsla.orgE-mail: lbrooks@jfsla.orgDescription: Jewish Family Service offers family services for people in need.Provides care and support for the homeless, the hungry, the elderly and theabused, as well as counseling for families and individuals in crisis, regardless ofage, ethnicity or religion.
Select supporters: Marc Graboff, Howard Kurtzman, Rick Kurtzman, DavidLonner, Debby Barak MilgromJohn Wayne Cancer Institute2200 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 131Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Garrett DurandPhone: (310) 315-6111Fax: (310) 315-6195Website: www.jwci.orgE-mail: Events@jwci.org, durandg@jwci.orgDescription: Cancer research institute.Select supporters: Donald L. Morton, the family of John Wayne.Junior League of Los Angeles630 N. Larchmont Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90004Contact: Anika JacksonPhone: (323) 957-4280Fax: (323) 957-2072Website: www.jlla.orgE-mail: JLeagueLA@aol.comDescription: Comprised of more than 1,300 trained women volunteers, the JuniorLeague sponsors projects and programs focused in the areas of health andeducation for women and children.Select supporters: Mrs. Harold Braly (Henriette Janss), Michael Eisner, Mrs.Victor Jacomini (Katharine Thomas), Jim Henson Studios, Sherry Lansing, SonyStudios, Warner Chappell MusicL.A. Cancer Challenge2990 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 300-C, Los Angeles, CA 90064Contact: Lisa ManheimPhone: 310-473-5121Fax: 310-473-5107Website: www.lacancerchallenge.comE-mail: lmanheim@pancreatic.orgDescription: Celebrating its 13th year raising awareness about pancreatic cancerand fundraising for the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research onSunday, October 31, 2010, the L.A. Cancer Challenge 5K/10K Walk/Runcomprised of family-fun activities continues the fight to find for a cure pancreaticcancer.L.A. SHARES3224 Riverside Dr.Los Angeles, CA 90027Contact: Bert Ball, Executive Director
Phone: (213) 485-1097Website: www.lashares.orgE-mail: admin@lashares.orgDescription: Collects donations of reusable goods and materials from localbusinesses and redistributes them to nonprofit agencies and schools.Select Supporters: Abrams Artists Agency, CAA, Carsey-Werner, Endeavor,ICM, MGM Studios, NBC Universal, Paramount Pictures, Sony PicturesEntertainment, Turner Broadcasting, Universal Studios, <strong>The</strong> Walt DisneyCompany, Warner Bros., <strong>The</strong> William Morris AgencyL.A. Works570 West Avenue 26 Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90065Contact: Reena De AsisPhone: 323-224-6510Fax: 323-352-201Website: www.laworks.com E-mail: reena@laworks.comDescription: L.A. Works empowers Angelenos to address pressing social issuesthrough volunteerism and community collaborations.Select supporters: Northrop Grumman, Target, Accenture, <strong>The</strong> <strong>Home</strong> DepotFoundation, <strong>The</strong> City of Los Angeles, HandsOn Network, CBEYOND, UCLAAnderson, Westin Bonaventure Hotel, California Community FoundationLearning Enrichment Academy Programs, Inc.5705 Fallbrook AvenueWoodland Hills, CA 91367818-887-0076E-mail: leap@socal.rr.comWebsite: www.LeapAfterSchool.comDescription: 501- C3 Non Profit Organization. LEAP Is a tuition-based program,offering elementary children the opportunity to experience the benefits andrewards of Musical <strong>The</strong>ater, Dance, Improv, Voice, Guitar, Keyboard,Percussion, Science, Art, Sports, Cooking, and many other classes that theywould not normally have the opportunity to participateLiberty Hill Foundation2121 Cloverfield Blvd., Suite 113Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Barbara Osborn, (310) 453-3611 x118Phone: (310) 453-3611Fax: (310) 453-7806Website: www.libertyhill.orgE-mail: info@libertyhill.orgDescription: Funds organizations working for social justice and social change inLos Angeles County.
Select supporters: J.J. Abrams, Laurie McDonald, Walter Parkes, SarahPillsbury, Mary Steenburgen, Alfre Woodard, Steve ZaillianLiteracy Network of Greater Los Angeles202 West 1st St.Los Angeles, CA 90012Contact: Nikki McAndrew, Manager, Operations & Special ProjectsPhone: (213) 237-6643Fax: (213) 237-6499Website: www.literacynetwork.orgE-mail: literacy.network@latimes.comDescription: Works with a coalition of literacy providers, provides volunteers andadvocates for literacy.Select supporters: Arenas Entertainment, David E. Kelley Productions,Endeavor, HBO, KTLA, Lifetime Television, Mohawk Productions, Olive BridgeEntertainment, Showtime, Time Warner, United Talent Agency, Warner Bros.Los Angeles Free Clinic8405 Beverly Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Angela PrestonPhone: (323) 330-1670Fax: (323) 658-5072Website: www.thesabanfreeclinic.orgE-mail: apreston@sabanfreeclinic.orgDescription: Founded in 1967, the clinic offers free professional medical, dental,health and human services to men, women and children of all ages at five sites inLos Angeles.Select supporters: Lenny SombergLos Angeles Regional Foodbank1734 E. 41st St.Los Angeles, CA 90058Contact: Darren Hoffman, (323) 234-3030 x134Phone: (323) 234-3030Fax: (323) 234-0943Website: www.lafightshunger.org; www.lafoodbank.orgDescription: Collects surplus food from all sectors of the food industry forredistribution to 1,000 local charities throughout L.A. County.Select supporters: Tony Collier, Hilton Hotels, KCAL-TV, KLSX-FM, KNBC-TV,Louis and Harold Price Foundation, Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, Rose HillsMemorial Foundation, Trader Joe's Co.Love Our Children USA220 E. 57th St., 9th Floor, Suite GNew York, NY 10022-2820
Contact: Ross Ellis, founder/CEOPhone: (888) 347-KIDSWebsite: www.loveourchildrenusa.org, www.stompoutbullying.orgE-mail: info@loveourchildrenusa.orgDescription: Since 1999, Love Our Children USA has paved the way inprevention as the national nonprofit leader that works to break the cycle ofviolence against children.Select supporters: Tom Arnold, Mario Batali, Tom Bergeron, Martha Byrne,Melissa Etheridge, Jo Frost, Alex Kingston, DemiLovato, Cameron Mathison, Mandy Moore, Brittany Snow, Alan Thicke, BlairUnderwoodLupus LA9220 West Sunset Boulevard West <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90069Contact: Linda DavidPhone: (310) 657-5667Website: www.lupusla.orgE-mail: ldavid@lupusla.orgDescription: Lupus LA partners with the LupusResearch Institute (LRI) to fund novel lupus research that will prevent,treat and cure the complex disease.Select supporters: Glenn Frey, Snoop Dogg, Shante Broadus, Melissa JoanHart, George Lopez, Nancy Utley, Lauren Shuler Donner, Richard Donner,Scott Grimes, Seal, Jesse MetcalfMadison's FoundationP.O. Box 241956Los Angeles, CA 90024Contact: Marcy SmithPhone: (310) 264-0826Fax: (310) 264-4766Website: www.madisonsfoundation.orgE-mail: getinfo@madisonsfoundation.orgDescription: Dedicated to helping doctors and parents with children who haverare diseases through research, education and support.Select supporters: Tom Hanks, Matthew Lillard, Marcy Smith, John Stamos,Charlize <strong>The</strong>ron, Rita WilsonMake-a-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles1875 Century Park East, Suite 950Los Angeles, CA 90067Contact: Jessica PartidaPhone: (310) 788-9474, ext. 109Fax: (310) 785-9474Website: www.wishla.orgE-mail: info@wishla.org
Description: Fufills wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions toenrich their experience with hope, strength and joy. Founded in 1983, the chapterhas granted over 6,800 wishes.Select supporters: Suzanne Sutter, CEOMarch of Dimes3699 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 520, Los Angeles, CA 90010Contact: Debbie Martin, (213) 637-5041Phone: (213) 637-5050Fax: (213) 637-5055Website: www.marchofdimes.com/caE-mail: ca603@marchofdimes.comDescription: Oldest nonprofit in the US, the March of Dimeshelps with prematurebirths and infant mortality issues.Founder: President Franklin Delano RooseveltSelect supporters: Tom Bergeron, Kelly Clarkson, Diane Farr, Angie Harmon,Melissa Joan Hart, Cheryl Hines, Lauren Holly, Kevin James, Kellie Martin,Nancy O'Dell, Holly Robinson Peete, Jaime Pressly, Tori Spelling, Thalia,Vanessa WilliamsMuch Love Animals RescueP.O. Box 341721Los Angeles, CA 90034-1721Phone: (310) 636-9115Fax: (310) 234-5310Website: www.muchlove.orgE-mail: info@muchlove.orgDescription: Saves animals from euthanasia at animal sheltersSelect supporters: Nikki Ferraro, Ruthanne Secunda, Niki WiorMulticultural Motion Picture Association3250 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 808PO Box 3860Beverly Hills, 90212Contact: Jarvee HutchersonPhone: (310) 358-8300Fax: (310) 358-8304Website: www.thediversityawards.orgE-mail: jhmmpa@sbcglobal.netDescription: Promotes diversity in the arts, especially in television.Select supporters: Bravo Networks, <strong>The</strong> Coca Cola Co., Comedy Central, E!Network, Fox Broadcasting, Fuji Film, <strong>The</strong> <strong>Hollywood</strong> <strong>Reporter</strong>, NBC Universal,Scripts Networks, HBOMuseum of the Moving Image35 Avenue at 36th St., Astoria, NY 11106
Contact: Tomoko Kawamoto, tkawamoto@movingimage.usPhone: (718) 784-4520Fax: (718) 784-4681Website: www.movingimage.usDescription: Museum that promotes public understanding and appreciation of art,history, technique, and technology of film, television, and digital media.Founder: Rochelle Slovin,Select supporters: DreamWorks, ESPN, Fox Filmed Entertainment, NBCUniversal, New Line Cinema, Paramount, Screen Actors Guild, ShowtimeNetworks, Sony, Time Warner, ViacomMusiCares Foundation®3030 Olympic Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Christina CassidyPhone: 310.392.3777Fax: 310.392.2188Website: www.musicares.comE-mail: MusiCares@grammy.comDescription: MusiCares® provides confidential emergency health and humanservices and addiction recovery resources to music people in need.Select supporters: John Branca, Paul Caine, Ken Levitan, Scott Pascucci, NeilPortnow, Actor's Fund, AEG, Gibson Foundation, Guitar Center, KJMEnterprises, Inc., Vans Warped TourMusiCares/MAP Fund817 Vine St. Suite 219<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90038Contact: Harold OwensPhone: (323) 993-3197Fax: (323) 993-3198Website: www.musicares.comDescription: Makes it possible for members of the music industry to receivetreatment for drug and alcohol addiction, regardless of their financialcircumstances.Select supporters: Buddy Arnold, Carole Fields, RIAAMy Friend's <strong>Place</strong>5850 <strong>Hollywood</strong> Blvd.<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90028Contact: Heather Carmichael, Executive Director (x106)Phone: (323) 908-0011Fax: (323) 468-1243Website: www.myfriendsplace.orgE-mail: hcarmichael@myfriendsplace.orgDescription: Offers food, clothing, and health and education services to homelessyouth.
Select supporters: Steve LePore, Craig SchultzNational Alopecia Areata Foundation (NAAF)14 Mitchell Blvd.San Rafael, CA 94903Contact: Lisa ButlerPhone: (415) 472-3780Fax: (415) 472-5343Website: www.naaf.orgE-mail: info@naaf.orgDescription: Encourages and funds medical research for better treatment andultimate cure; provides support and resources for those with the condition; andraises public consciousness of the disease.Select supporters: Barry Corbin, Ryan McPartlin, Charlie VillanuevaNational Film Preservation Foundation (NFPF)870 Market St., Suite 1113San Francisco, CA 94102Contact: David WellsPhone: (415) 392-7291Fax: (415) 392-7293Website: www.filmpreservation.orgE-mail: info@filmpreservation.orgDescription: Aims to preserve America's film heritage.Select supporters: Academy Foundation, Charles Benton, Leonard Maltin, RogerMayer, Annette Melville, John Prak, Cecilia DeMille Presley, Robert Rehme,Martin Scorsese, Fred Thompson, Paula Wagner, Alfre WoodardNational Multiple Sclerosis Society (Southern CA Chapter)2440 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 115Los Angeles, CA 90064Contact: Marni Deckter, ext. 115Phone: 1-800-FIGHT-MS; (310) 479-4456Fax: (310) 479-4436Website: www.nationalmssociety.org/cal or www.msevents.comE-mail: ms@cal.nmss.orgDescription: Dedicated to achieving a world free of multiple sclerosis.Funds more MS research, provides more services to people with MS, offersmore professional education and furthers more advocacy efforts than anyother MS organization in the world.Select supporters: Deluxe Entertainment Services, Oxymoron Entertainment,<strong>The</strong> Malick Group,Regal Entertainment Group, Toy Box Entertainment, Universal StudiosNatural Child ProjectPO Box 3183, Sunriver, OR 97707
Contact: Jan Hunt, M.Sc.Phone: 541-593-1547 (for public posting, please use 877-593-1547)Fax: 877-593-1547Website: http://www.naturalchild.orgE-mail: jan@naturalchild.orgDescription: Established in 1996, <strong>The</strong> Natural Child Project (naturalchild.org)provides information and support on attachment parenting, natural learning, andchild advocacy. <strong>The</strong> site also includes the Global Children's Art Gallery, with over1000 pictures by children age 1 to 12 from around the world.Select supporters: Eric and Eliza RobertsNatural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)1314 Second St.Santa Monica, CA 90401Contact: Coretta Anderson: canderson@nrdc.orgPhone: (310) 434-2300Fax: (310) 434-2399Website: www.nrdc.orgDescription: Uses law, science and the support of 1.2 million members andonline activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure asafe and healthy environment for all living things. Has helped to craft and passenvironmental statutes including the California Global Warming Solutions Act.Aims to curb global warming and use of oil; save endangered wild places; revivethe world's oceans; phase out the most toxic chemicals; and accelerate thegreening of China.Founder: John H. Adams, Founding DirectorSelect supporters: Sarah Addington, Dayna and Steven Bochco, Laurie David,Leonardo DiCaprio, Ariel Emanuel, Viveca and Will Ferrell, Cindy and Alan Horn,Jena and Michael King, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Peter Morton, Robert Redford,Elizabeth and Jim Wiatt.Oceana1351 Third St., Suite 301Santa Monica, CA 90401Contact: Dana DuBose, Director of Southern CAPhone: (310) 899-3026Fax: (310) 899-3027Website: www.oceana.orgE-mail: SoCal@oceana.orgDescription:Select supporters: Keith Addis, Pierce Brosnan and Keely Shaye Smith, TedDanson and Mary Steenburgen, Leonardo DiCaprio, Entertainment IndustryFoundation, Diane Lane, <strong>The</strong> Streisand FoundationOlive Crest17800 Woodruff Ave. Suite F
Bellflower, CA 90706Contact: William BedrossianPhone: 1-800-550-CHILD (2445)Fax: 562-866-4158Website: www.olivecrest.orgE-mail: william-bedrossian@olivecrest.orgDescription: From foster care and adoption servicesto counseling, education and transitional living assistance, Olive Crestserves nearly 1,000 abused, neglected and at-risk children and theirfamilies each day throughout California, Nevada and the Pacific Northwest.Select supporters: Jenine Leigh, Perry King, Michael Klausman, CBS StudioCenter; David McKenna, Jennifer VernonOPCC (Ocean Park Community Center)1453 16th St.Santa Monica, CA 90404Contact: Donna Miller (x235), Associate Development, Dmiller@opcc.netPhone: (310) 264-6646Fax: (310) 264-6647Website: www.opcc.orgE-mail: customerservice@opcc.netDescription:Select supporters: Rosario Dawson, Vivica A. Fox, Greg Germann, Seth Green,Jennifer Love-Hewitt, Wendie Malick, Julianna Margulies, Kathryn Morris, KateMulgrew, Lisa Rinna, Victor Rivers, Nigel Sinclair, Allison Sweeney, ChandraWilsonOptimist Youth <strong>Home</strong>s & Family Services6957 N. Figueroa St.Los Angeles, CA 90042Contact: Silvio John OrlandoPhone: (323) 443-3175Fax: (323) 443-3264Website: www.oyhfs.orgE-mail: rmartinez@oyhfs.orgDescription: Provides culturally sensitive treatment, specialized education andsupport services for abused, family impaired and at-risk youths.Select supporters: Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, Tracy Bingham, Steven Bochco,Mindy Burbano, Bill Clark, Oscar De la Hoya, Giselle Fernandez, GeorgeForeman, L.A. Dodgers, Kate Linder Corey Maggette, David Milch, Esai Morales,Edward James Olmos, Michaela Pereira, Raquel WelchPAWS/LA1150 S. Hope St #ALos Angeles, CA, 90015Contact: Pamela Magette, Executive Director, pmagette@pawsla.org
Phone: (213) 741-1950 x 113Fax: (323) 464-0511Website: www.pawsla.orgE-mail: info@pawsla.orgDescription: Helps people living with life-threatening illnesses by providingassistance in the care of their animals--pet food and supplies, veterinary careand pet foster homes--while clients are in the hospital.Select supporters: Jeff Bridges, Ellen DeGeneres, Wendie Malick, Mike Meyers,Megan Mullally, Elizabeth Taylor, Lily TomlinPeace Through Parenting12025 1/2 Ventura Blvd.Studio City, CA. 91604Contact: Jan Hunt: jan.hunt@naturalchild.org, Eliza Simons:elizasimons@aol.comPhone: (818) 769-3899, (818) 769-5099,Fax: (818) 227-0804Website: www.naturalchild.orgE-mail: tripleeeproductions@yahoo.comDescription: Provides information on child development and parenting.Select supporters: Eliza Roberts, Eric Roberts, Keaton Simons, Morgan SimonsPenny Lane15305 Rayen St.North Hills, CA 91343Contact: Nydia BarakatPhone: (818) 332-8260; (818) 892-3423Fax: (818) 892-3574Website: www.pennylane.orgE-mail: contact@pennylane.orgDescription: Provides residential treatment, foster care, adoption services,schooling, mental health services, and transitional housing for foster youth.Founder: Ivelise MarkovitsSelect supporters: Rosanna Arquette, Simon Baker, Enrico Colantoni, Beniciodel Toro, Elliott Gould, Dylan McDermott, Danica McKeller, Shanna Moakler,Edward James Olmos, Alan Rosenberg, Forest WhitakerPeople for the American Way Foundation100 North Crescent Dr., Suite 113Beverly Hills, CA 90210Contact: Valerie IsraelPhone: (310) 385-4181Fax: (310) 385-4188Website: www.pfaw.orgE-mail: pfawca@pfaw.org
Description: Provides information for policymakers, scholars and activistsnationwide. Engages in legal action to protect the rights and liberties of Americancitizens. Committed to countering the forces of social discord and fragmentationwith an affirmation of "the American Way:" respect for diversity; freedom ofthought, expression and religion; equal justice; and a sense of community.Select supporters: Ben Affleck, Alec Baldwin, George Clooney, <strong>The</strong> Dixie Chicks,Norman Lear, George Lopez, Edward Norton, Sharon Stone, Kathleen TurnerPeople for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)1536 16th St NWWashington DC, 20036Contact: Colleen O'Brien, Director of Communications; Marissa Angeletti:MarissaA@peta.orgPhone: (202) 483-7382Fax: (202) 540-2206Website: www.peta.orgE-mail: Info@peta.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> largest animal rights organization in the world, PETA promotesthe welfare of animals, particularly on factory farms, in laboratories, in theclothing trade, and in the entertainment industry.Founder: Ingrid E. NewkirkSelect supporters: Bryan Adams, Casey Affleck, Emily Deschanel, Joan Jett, SirPaul McCartney, Shanna Moakler, Alicia Silverstone, Joss Stone, ForestWhitakerPhoenix Houses of California11600 Eldridge Ave.Lake View Terrace, CA 91342Contact: Stephanie Horsley, (818) 896-1211 x4027Phone: (818) 686-3028Fax: (818) 896-3701Website: www.phoenixhouse.org/california/E-mail: shorsley@phoenixhouse.orgDescription: Helps thousands of young men and women to overcome theproblems associated with substance abuse and to lead healthy, productive andrewarding lives.Select supporters: Mitchell S. Rosenthal, M.D.Planet Hope4335 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 413Sherman Oaks, CA 91403Contact: Lea Yardum, Perception PRPhone: (818) 461-9120Fax: (818) 981-1421Website: www.planethope.orgE-mail: planethope1@earthlink.net
Description: Offers innovative programs to transition families from homelessnessto self-sufficiency through filed trips, hot meals, holiday meals and gifts, and anannual summer camp.Select supporters: Tom & Shelby Arnold, David Arquette and Courteney Cox-Arquette, Ed Begley Jr., Thora Birch, Quincy Jones, Jack Nicholson, Matthew St.Patrick, Kelly and Sharon Stone, Noah & Trace Wyle, Catherine Zeta-JonesPlanned Parenthood Federation of America434 West 33rd St.New York, NY 10001Contact: Caren Spruch, Director, Office for Arts and Entertainment EngagementPhone: (212) 541-7800Fax: (212) 765-4711Website: www.plannedparenthood.orgDescription: Nation's leading sexual and reproductive health care provider andadvocate. Providing medical services and sexuality education for millions ofwomen, men, and teenagers each year, and helping them make informed andresponsible choices by ensuring that they have the right and the means to meettheir sexual and reproductive health care needs.Select supporters: JoAnna Garcia, Whoopi Goldberg, Julianne Moore, CynthiaNixon, Judy Reyes, Amber Tamblyn, Stanley Tucci, Aisha Tyler, EmilyVanCamp, Kate Walsh.POWER UP (Professional Organization of Women in EntertainmentReaching UP)419 N. Larchmont Blvd., Suite 283Los Angeles, CA 90004Contact: Angela HartmanPhone: (323) 463-3154Fax: (323) 467-6249Website: www.power-up.netE-mail: joinPOWERup@aol.comDescription: Endeavors to make films that challenge perception. Four years asan official selection of the Sundance Film Festival and winner of over 75 nationaland international awards. Educational organization.Select supporters: Stacy Codikow, Kodak, Logo, Showtime, Universal StudiosProject ALS900 Broadway, Suite 901New York, NY 10003Contact: Andrea BrownPhone: (212) 420-7382Fax: (212) 420-7387Website: www.projectals.orgE-mail: info@projectals.org
Description: Raises awareness and funds toward treatments and a cure for ALS(Lou Gehrig's Disease).Select supporters: William Baldwin, Jenifer Estess, Meredith Estess, ValerieEstess, Brad Grey, Julianne Hoffenberg, Richard Kind, Julianna Margulies, BenStillerProject Angel Food922 Vine St.Los Angeles, CA 90038Contact: Margaret Steele; CEO msteele@angelfood.orgPhone: (323) 845-1800Fax: (323) 845-1818Website: www.projectangelfood.orgE-mail: contactus@projectangelfood.orgDescription: Prepares and delivers more than 13,000 free meals, nutritious mealsweekly to men, women and children disabled by HIV/AIDS, cancer and otherserious illnesses.Select supporters: Selma Blair, CAA, David Geffen, <strong>The</strong> Gersh Agency, WhoopiGoldberg, Tom Hanks, Anjelica Huston, Kathy Kinney, Eric McCormack,Paramount, Pauley Perrette, Doris Roberts, Sharon Stone, Elizabeth Taylor,UTA, Warner Bros., Marianne Williamson, Christina HendricksProject New Hope1004 Echo Park Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90026Contact: Kim Anderson, Kanderson@projectnewhope.orgPhone: (213) 250-9481Fax: (213) 250-9531Website: www.projectnewhope.orgDescription: Provides permanent affordable housing and employment training toindividuals with HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles.Select supporters: Leeza Gibbons, Larry King, Judith Light, Eric and JanetMcCormack, Jack H. Plimpton, Sidney Poitier, Priscilla Presley, SuzanneSomers, Jean StapletonRegenerate1408 Thousand Oaks BlvdThousand Oaks, CA 91362Contact: David Miller, Mark BarkerPhone: (805) 495-9709; (805) 497-8617Fax: (805) 497-8609Website: www.regenerate.orgE-mail: info@regenerate.orgDescription: Engages youth in filmmaking to spread awareness about health andsafety.
Select supporters: Mark Barker, CAA, City of Thousand Oaks, Countrywide, DWDrums, Farmers Insurance, Fast Carrier Pictures, Guitar Center, KTLA, MerexInc., David Miller, Oxygen Network, Roaring Mouse Entertainment, State FarmInsurance, THQ, Tribune EntertainmentRoots of Peace1299 Fourth St., Suite 200San Rafael, CA 94901Contact: Heidi Kuhn, founder/CEOPhone: (415) 455-8008Fax: (415) 455-9086Website: www.rootsofpeace.orgE-mail: info@rootsofpeace.orgDescription: Dedicated to eradicating landmines worldwide and rehabilitating theland to make it productive once more.Select supporters: Mary Apick, Diane Baker, Judy Collins, Jeffrey SkollRP InternationalP.O. BOX 900Woodland Hills, CA 91365Contact: Helen Harris; helenjharris@aol.comPhone: (800) FIGHT-RP; (818) 992-0631Fax: (818) 992-4049Website: www.rpinternational.orgE-mail: rpint@pacbell.netDescription: Raises money to fight Retinitis Pigmentosa (blindness), spreadsawareness about the disease, and counsels victims.Supporters: Alec Baldwin, George H. W. Bush, James Cameron, Bill Cosby, TomCruise, Matt Damon, Mel Gibson, Helen Harris, Charlton Heston, KathleenKennedy, Michael Mann, George Lucas, Vin and Sandra Scully, Stevie WonderRx Laughter, Inc.495 Bristol StreetCambria, CA 93428Contact: Sherry Dunay Hilber, Founder and PresidentPhone: (805) 927-4197Fax: (805) 927-4219Website: www.rxlaughter.orgE-mail: ContactRxLaughter@gmail.comDescription: Rx Laughter is a 501c3 nonprofit Entertainment <strong>The</strong>rapy, Educationand Research organization that helps children & adults through painful andtraumatic medical procedures.Select supporters: Families of Charlie Chaplin, WC Fields, Buster Keaton, HarpoMarx, Lou Costello, Harold Lloyd, Comedy Central, WME, Playtone Productions,JHRTS, Ray Romano, Kevin James, Gene Wilder, Goldie Hawn.
Santa Monica Baykeeper120 Broadway Ste. 105Santa Monica, CA, 90401Contact: Liz Crosson Executive Director (x 100)Phone: (310) 305-9645Fax: (310) 305-7985Website: www.smbaykeeper.orgE-mail: info@smbaykeeper.orgDescription: Dedicated to the restoration and protection of the Santa Monica Bay,San Pedro Bay and adjacent coastal waters.Select supporters: James Brolin & Barbra Streisand, Entertainment IndustryFoundation, Environment Now, David Foster, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.Gil Segel,Terry Tamminen, Linda Thompson-FosterSanta Monica-Malibu Education Foundation1649 16th StreetSanta Monica, CA 90404Contact: Linda GrossPhone: (310) 396-4557Fax: (310) 396-4557Website: www.smmef.orgE-mail: smmef@smmusd.orgDescription: Dedicated to supporting and enhancingquality education for all students in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified SchoolDistrict.Select supporters: Entertainment Industry Foundation, Intel, Panavision, <strong>The</strong>Recording Academy, Yahoo!Save Our Selves4773 <strong>Hollywood</strong> Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90027Contact: James Christopher, (323) 666-4295, sos@cftwest.orgPhone: (323) 666-4295Fax: (323) 666-4271Website: www.sossobriety.orgE-mail: sos@cfiwest.orgDescription: Founded in 1985 as an alternative to AA, this self-help group forrecovering alcoholics and addicts is also known as Secular Organizations forSobriety.Select supporters: Jim Christopher, CAS, DAPA, Robert Forster Veronica Redd,Julia SweeneySave the Whales1192 Waring St.Seaside, CA 93955Contact: Maris Sidenstecker
Phone: (831) 899-9957Fax: (831) 394-5555Website: www.savethewhales.orgE-mail: maris@savethewhales.orgDescription: Focuses on educating children and adults about marinemammals, their environment and their preservation. Save the Whales haseducated over 285,000 students with hands-on school outreach programs.Select supporters: Linda BlairScreen Actors Guild Foundation5757 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 124Los Angeles, CA 90036-3600Contact: Rufino Cabang, Director of CommunicationsPhone: (323) 549-6661Fax: (323) 549-6710Website: www.sagfoundation.orgE-mail: rcabang@sagfoundation.orgDescription: Governed and funded separately from SAG, the non-profitFoundation develops and maintains programs that assist, educate and inspireactors toward their fullest potential in career, life and community.Society of Singers15456 Ventura Blvd., Suite 304Sherman Oaks, CA 9403Contact: Judy Varley, Director of Operations Judy@singers.orgPhone: (818) 995-7100Fax: (818) 995-7466Website: www.singers.orgE-mail: sos@singers.orgDescription: Provides assistance to professional singers worldwide who areexperiencing financial hardship due to an emergency or other extenuatingcircumstances, and supports the future of aspiring singers with vocal artsscholarships.Select supporters: Gloria Estefan, Quincy Jones, K.D. Lang, Ginny Mancini,Barry ManilowspcaLA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals LA)5026 W. Jefferson Blvd.Los Angeles, CA 90016Contact: Ana Bustilloz, Communications and Marketing Manager Ext: 252Phone: (323) 730-5300, (888) SPCA-LA1Fax: (323) 730-5333Website: www.spcaLA.COME-mail: info@spcaLA.com, Abustilloz@spcala.comDescription: Independent, non-profit animal welfare organization servingSouthern California since 1877. Services include cruelty investigation,
humane education and a variety of shelter services.Select supporters: Betty White, Ellen DeGeneres, Lisa Edelstein, DannFlorek, Daryl Hannah, Joe Mantenga, Constance Marie, Mark McGrath, Craig T.Nelson, Cloris Leachman, LeAnn Rimes, Molly Sims, Ben SteinSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital501 St. Jude <strong>Place</strong>Memphis, TN 38105Contact: Betty MacDougall, Field Director of Communications: (901) 578-2334Phone: (901) 578-2000, (800) 822-6344Fax: (901) 578-2803Website: www.stjude.orgE-mail: betty.macdougall@stjude.orgDescription: Funds research and treatment of pediatric diseases while providingcare for patients of the hospital.Founder: Danny ThomasSelect supporters: Tim Allen, Jennifer Aniston, Antonio Banderas, Jim Carrey,Cindy Crawford, Penelope Cruz, Ellen DeGeneres, Calista Flockhart, WhoopiGoldberg, Selena Gomez, Ashton Kutcher, Eva Longoria, Jennifer Love Hewitt,Matthew McConaughey, Tim Mc Graw, Ashlee Simpson, Martha Stewart, SharonStone, John Travolta, Liv Tyler, Robin WilliamsStarlight Children's Foundation5757 Wilshire Blvd, Suite M-100Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Melanie Parga, Communications Manager (323) 556-3315;melanie.parga@starlight.orgPhone: (310) 479-1212Fax: (310) 479-1235Website: www.starlight.orgE-mail: info@starlight.orgDescription: Helps seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain,fear and isolation through entertainment, education and familyactivities.Select supporters: Criss Angel, Ashley Argota, Alyson Stoner, Jake T.Austin, Corbin Bleu, Christie Brinkley, Colbie Caillat, Cindy Crawford,Jamie Lee Curtis, Romi Dames, Sheila E, Dakota Fanning, Sammi Hanratty,Teri Hatcher, <strong>The</strong> Hilton Family, Zane Huett, Nathan Kress, Dave Koz,Queen Latifah, Peyton and Spencer List, Demi Lovato, Bailee Madison,Christopher and Kyle Massey, Robin and Dr. Phil McGraw, JennetteMcCurdy, Jay Mohr, Chloe Grace Moretz, Kay Panabaker, Audrina Patridge,Bill and Guiliana Rancic, Bob Saget, Adam Sandler, Steve Schirripa, JaneSeymour, William Shatner, Lindsey Shaw, Brooke Shields, Steven Spielberg,John Stamos, Gregg Sulkin, Kiefer Sutherland, Mena Suvari, Mr. T, DaveThomas, Ashley Tisdale, Aria Wallace, Dionne Warwick, Devon Werkheiser, <strong>The</strong>White Stripes
Step Up Women's Network510 South Hewitt Street , Suite 111Los Angeles, CA 90013Contact: Alissa ZitoPhone: 213.382.9161Fax: 213.559.0595Website: www.suwn.orgE-mail: national@suwn.orgDescription: Step Up Women's Network is a national, nonprofit membershiporganization dedicated to connecting and advancing women and girls. Bybridging communities of professional women and underserved teen girlsthrough mentorship, networking and advancement, we ensure women andgirls have the opportunities they need to create a better future.Select supporters: Jessica Alba, Marcia Cross, Kelly Rutherford, AngieHarmonStreetlights662 N. Van Ness Ave Suite 105<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90004Contact: Adele B. Wilson; adele@streetlights.orgPhone: (323) 960-4540Fax: (323) 960-4546Website: www.streetlights.orgE-mail: streetlights@streetlights.orgDescription: Offers mentoring and job training and placement within theentertainment industry for members of economically or socially disadvantagedminorities.Select supporters: ABC 7, <strong>The</strong> Academy Foundation of the Academy of MotionPicture Arts and Sciences, AT&T, Crossroads Films, HBO, Paramount Pictures,<strong>The</strong> Newman Foundation, Proctor & Gamble, TNT, Toyota, Universal Studios,Walt Disney Company, Workplace <strong>Hollywood</strong>Stroke Association of Southern CaliforniaPO Box 2048Santa Monica, CA 90406Contact: Devin WallacePhone: (310) 575-1699Fax: (310) 575-1696Website: www.strokesocal.orgE-mail: contact@strokesocal.orgDescription: Promotes healthy lifestyles and stroke services, including advocacy,prevention, and recovery for victims.Supporters: Entertainment Industry Foundation, Bonnie Franklin, Barry Kemp,Norman Lear
Tag the World Charity11264 Sunshine TerraceStudio City, CA 91604Contact: Hannah Cornett, Public relationsPhone: (310) 614-1212Fax: (310) 614-1000Website: www.tagtheworld.com, www.tagtheworldtriathlon.comE-mail: tagtheworld@ymail.comDescription: Raises awareness and funds for world causes while creating afashionable and personal way to support charities.Select supporters: Robert Parks-VallettaTeach for America606 S. Olive Street Suite 300Los Angeles, CA 90014Contact: Krupa Desai, Senior Managing Director, DevelopmentPhone: (213) 489-9272Fax: (213) 489-9383Website: www.teachforamerica.orgE-mail: krupa.desai@teachforamerica.orgDescription: Dedicated to eliminating educational inequity by recruitingoutstanding recent college graduates of all academic majors to commit two yearsto teach in urban and rural public schools and to become lifelong leaders inexpanding educational opportunity.Select supporters: Borden Decurion, Endeavor, Lionsgate, Media Consulting,Wendy Kopp, MTV Networks, NBC Universal, Sony Pictures Entertainment<strong>The</strong> Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation5220 Lankershim Blvd.North <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 91601-3109Phone: (818) 754-2800Fax: (818) 761-2827Contact: Karen Herman, Executive DirectorWebsite: www.emmysfoundation.orgE-mail: emmysfoundation@emmys.orgDescription: Through education programs and an archive of American television,preserves the history of television and fosters growth in the industry.Select supporters: <strong>The</strong> Emmys and other donors/ sponsors.<strong>The</strong> Actors' Fund of America5757 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 400Los Angeles, CA 90036Contact: Ina Clark, Senior Director of Development & Communications:iclark@actorsfund.orgPhone: (323) 933-9244
Fax: (323) 933-7615Website: www.actorsfund.org; www.ahirc.org; www.lookingaheadprogram.orgE-mail: iclark@actorsfund.orgDescription: Provides programs and services for professionals in the performingarts who are in need, crisis or transition.Select supporters: Actors' Equity, AFTRA, P.T. Barnum, Edwin Booth, BroadwayCares/Equity Fights AIDS, Entertainment Industry Foundation, Joseph Jefferson,Motion Picture Players Welfare Fund, MusiCares Foundation, Screen ActorsGuild - IACF, Shubert Organizationm Lester Wallack<strong>The</strong> American Film Institute2021 N. Western Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90027Contact: Alison Deknatel, Director of Communications; Josh Porro, Assistant,CommunicationsPhone: (323) 856-7600Fax: (323) 957-1420Website: www.afi.comE-mail: information@afi.comDescription: Provides leadership in screen education and the recognition andcelebration of excellence in the art of film, television and digital media.Select supporters: Jon Avnet, Mark Canton, John F. Cooke, Robert Daly, TomPollock, Howard Stringer<strong>The</strong> Andre Agassi Foundation for EducationLas Vegas, NV 891693960 Howard Hughes Pkwy., Suite 750Contact: Cisco Aguilar, Communications Director (702) 227-5700;cisco@agassi.netPhone: (702) 227-5700Fax: (702) 866-2928Website: www.agassifoundation.orgE-mail: info@agassi.netDescription: Dedicated to transforming U.S. public education through educationaland enrichment opportunities for underserved youth.Select supporters: Andre Agassi, David Foster, Elton John, Rob Thomas, BillCosby.<strong>The</strong> Boys and Girls Club of <strong>Hollywood</strong>850 N. Cahuenga Blvd.<strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90038Contact: Stephen Napolitano (323) 464-7326, x104;snapolitano@bgchollywood.comPhone: (323) 467-2007, x107Fax: (323) 464-7310Website: www.bgchollywood.com
E-mail: snapolitano@bgchollywood.comDescription: Provides after-school enrichment activities for youth ages 6-17.Select supporters: KTLA-5<strong>The</strong> Film Foundation110 W. 57th Street, 6th floorNew York, NY 100227920 Sunset Blvd., 6th FloorLos Angeles, CA 90046Contact: LA_Asst@film-foundation.orgPhone: (212) 258-0860; (323) 436-5060Fax: (212) 258-0863; (323) 436-5061Website: www.film-foundation.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> Film Foundation is a non-profit organization created by MartinScorsese in 1990 dedicated to film preservation, education and public access.For 20 years, the organization has saved over 545 films. www.film-foundation.orgSelect supporters: Martin Scorsese, Woody Allen, Paul Thomas Anderson,Francis Ford Coppola, Clint Eastwood, Curtis Hanson, Peter Jackson, Ang Lee,George Lucas, Alexander Payne, Robert Redford, and Steven Spielberg. <strong>The</strong>foundation is aligned with the Directors Guild of America whose President andSecretary-Treasurer serve on its board. In memoriam: Robert Altman, StanleyKubrick, Sydney Pollack.<strong>The</strong> Giving Back Fund6033 W. Century Blvd., Suite 350Los Angeles, CA 90045Contact: Stephanie Sandler, ssandler@givingback.orgPhone: (310) 649-5222Fax: (310) 649-5070Website: www.givingback.orgE-mail: main@givingback.orgDescription: Promotes effective philanthropy within the entertainment and sportsindustries, with an emphasis on minority groups.Select supporters: Marc Pollick<strong>The</strong> HollyRod Foundation9250 Wilshire Blvd. Suite LL15Beverly Hills, CA 90212Contact: Lori SchulmanPhone: (310) 385-1590Fax: (310) 385-1599Website: www.hollyrod.org E-mail: lori@hollyrod.comDescription: Dedicated to providing medical, therapeutic and emotional supportto individuals living with Autism and Parkinson's disease. Efforts of the HollyRodFoundation are providing a better quality of life for individuals and their families.
<strong>The</strong> Humane Society of the United States (<strong>Hollywood</strong> office)820 Moraga Dr.Los Angeles, CA 90049Contact: Sue Blackmore; sue@hsusholllwood.orgPhone: (310) 440-0600Website: www.humanesociety.org/hollywoodE-mail: contact@hsushollywood.orgDescription: Raises consciousness of animal issues with the help of <strong>Hollywood</strong>media. Promotes legislation and investigation of causes relating to animals'welfare.Select supporters: Nigel Barker, Sid Caesar, James Cromwell, Ellen DeGeneres,Emily Deschanel, Richard Donner, Alicia Silverstone, Bill Maher, Wendie Malick,Sheila Nevins, Portia de Rossi, Lauren Shuler Donner, Ben Stein, MichaelVartan, Persia White, Gretchen Wyler<strong>The</strong> International Myeloma Foundation12650 Riverside Dr. , Suite 206North <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 91607Contact: Suzanne Battaglia (x227)Phone: (818) 487-7455; (800) 452-CUREFax: (818) 487-7454Website: www.myeloma.orgE-mail: sbattaglia@myeloma.orgDescription: Funds research and educational programs while spreadingawareness of the disease.Select supporters: Band from TV (Hugh Laurie, James Denton, BonnieSomerville, etc.), Geraldine Ferraro, Robin Leach, Michael McKean<strong>The</strong> John Lennon Educational Tour Bus83 Riverside Dr.New York, NY 10024Contact: Jo-Ann Geffen: (818) 905-5511, jgeffen@jagpr.comPhone: (212) 873-9300Fax: (212) 579-4320Website: www.lennonbus.orgE-mail: info@jlsc.comDescription: Provides programs that encourage students to play and write music,record, and produce video projects using high-quality equipment.Select supporters: Black Eyed Peas, Clive Davis, Lamont Dozier, Don Felder,Fergie, Macy Gray, Wyclef Jean, John Legend, Yoko Ono Lennon, Kevin Lyman,Tim McGraw, Brian Rothschild, David Sonenberg, Bob Weir<strong>The</strong> Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation7257 Beverly Blvd. Suite 218Los Angeles, CA 90036
Contact: Bobby Xydis, Special Projects West Coast Office,bobby@leezagibbons.comPhone: (323) 634-0581Fax: (305) 571-9506Website: www.leezasplace.orgE-mail: info@leezasplace.orgDescription: Provides information, empowerment and support for caregivers andthose recently diagnosed with memory disorders.Select supporters: Laila Ali, Julie Andrews, Jessica Biel, Michael Buble, BrookeBurns, Jose Canseco, Cindy Crawford, Fran Drescher, Hilary Duff, Joey Fatone,David Foster, Melissa Gilbert, Whoopi Goldberg, Teri Hatcher, Tony Hawk, ParisHilton, Hugh Jackman, Allison Janney, Magic & Cookie Johnson, Larry King, EvaLa Rue, Sharon Lawrence, Mario Lopez, Cindy Margolis, Dr. Phil & RobinMcGraw, Mary Murphy, Oliva Newton-John, Terrell Owens, Ken Paves, HollyRobinson Peete, Rodney Peete, Lisa Rinna, Diane Sawyer, Ryan Seacrest, JaneSeymour, Maria Shriver, Amy Smart, Suzanne Somers, Travis Stork, ElizabethTaylor, Donald Trump, Dick & Louis Van Amstel, Diane Warren, Forest & KeishaWhitaker, Betty White, Henry Winkler, Ryan Yerdon<strong>The</strong> Lili Claire Foundation3435 Ocean Park Boulevard #107, PMB 305Santa Monica, CA 90405Contact: Dana Collinson, Dcollinson@liliclairefoundation.orgPhone: (310) 396-4355Fax: (310) 396-2127Website: www.liliclairefoundation.orgE-mail: staff@liliclairefoundation.orgDescription: Provides support services to families with children who haveneurogenetic disorders, as well as offering medical, psychosocial, educationaland vocational programs for the children themselves.Select supporters: Boyd Gaming, Bright/Kauffman/Crane, CBS Television, DannyGans Prods., NBC Universal, Matthew Perry, Keith Resnick, Leslie Litt-Resnick,<strong>The</strong> Tannenbaum Co., Warner Bros. Television<strong>The</strong> Look for Success8981 W. Sunset Blvd., Suite 310West <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90069Contact: Kim Goedde, thelookorg@aol.comPhone (305) 681-5665Website: www.thelookforsuccess.orgE-mail:thelookorg@aol.comDescription: Impacts the lives of at-risk teens and women diagnosed with cancerthrough its makeover programs.Select supporters: Kim Delaney, Estee Lauder Inc., Kim Goedde, Jackie Kallen,<strong>The</strong> Media Project
3940 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Suite 237Studio City, CA 91604Contact: Melissa Havard, DirectorPhone: (323) 318-0825Website: www.themediaproject.comE-mail: healthytv@themediaproject.comDescription: Offers information on sexual and reproductive health issues forentertainment professionals, as well as promoting messages within the mediaabout sexual health.Select supporters: Advocates for Youth Washington D.C., Neal Baer, GregBerlanti, Suzanne Daniels, Joey Gutierrez, Mickey Liddell, Tom Nunan, JonathanPrince, Mike Tollin<strong>The</strong> Minorities in Broadcasting Training ProgramP.O. Box 67132Century City, CA 90067Contact: Patrice Williams, CEO/FounderPhone: (310) 652-0271Fax: (866) 769-8741Website: www.thebroadcaster.comE-mail: emailus@thebroadcaster.comDescription: Provides training opportunities to minority college graduates inTV/radio news reporting and news management and production.Select supporters: Sam Donaldson, Charles Johnson, George Lucas, JanePauley, Dan Rather, Cokie Roberts, Diane Sawyer, Tom Selleck, PatriceWilliams, Bob Wright<strong>The</strong> Museum of Broadcast Communications676 N. LaSalle, Suite 424Chicago, IL 60654Contact: Bruce DumontPhone: (312) 245-8200Fax: (312) 245-8207Website: www.Museum.TVE-mail: archives@museum.tvDescription: Collects, preserves, and presents historic and contemporary radioand television work and educates and entertains through the use of its resources.Select supporters: Lee Phillip Bell, Bob Hope Enterprises, Hugh Downs, BruceDuMont, DisneyHand, Edgar Bergen Foundation, Paul Harvey, Casey Kasem,Larry King, Rush Limbaugh, NBC Universal, Jerry Springer, TV Land, BettyWhite, Oprah Winfrey<strong>The</strong> Nancy Davis Foundation for MS1801 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1400Los Angeles, CA 90067Contact: Liz Seares: Liz@erasemes.org, (310) 440-4842
Phone: (310) 440-4842Fax: (310) 471-4975Website: www.erasems.orgE-mail: info@erasems.orgDescription: Dedicated to the treatment and ultimate cure of MS. Funds researchto find both the cause and cure of the disease.Select supporters: Associated Television International, Jerry Bruckheimer, DavidGeffen Foundation, Entertainment Industry Foundation, Tommy Hilfiger, WilliamMorris Agency<strong>The</strong> Natural Child ProjectPO Box 3183Sunriver, OR 97707Contact: Jan Hunt, jan@naturalchild.orgPhone: (541) 593-1547Website: http://www.naturalchild.orgDescription: Aims to create a world in which all children are treated with dignity,respect, understanding, and compassion so that they can grow into adulthoodwith a generous capacity for love and trust.Select supporters: Eliza Roberts, Eric Roberts, Keaton Simons, Morgan Simons<strong>The</strong> Ovarian Cancer Research Fund14 Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 1400New York, NY 10122Contact: Lindsey Weeks, lindsey@ocrf.orgPhone: (212) 268-1002; (800) 873-9569Fax: (212) 947-5652Website: www.ocrf.orgE-mail: info@ocrf.orgDescription: Provides funding to investigators whose research focuses on earlydetection, screening, and basic translation research. Also dedicated to raisingawareness and educating women.Select supporters: In Style, Donna Karan, L'Oreal, Kyle MacLachlan, Kelly Ripa,Sol Schreiber, Molly Sims<strong>The</strong> Paley Center for Media465 N. Beverly Dr.Beverly Hills, CA 9021025 West 52 nd St,New York, NY, 10019Contact: Terry Lynn Ebright (310) 786-1042; tebright@paleycenter.orgPhone: (310) 786-1000Fax: (310) 786-1086Website: www.paleycenter.orgE-mail: publicrelations@paleycenter.org
Description: Examines the intersections between media and society through acollection of media and programs for the public that encourage discussion anddebate.Founder: William S. PaleySelect supporters: NBC/ Universal, Sony Corporation, Time Warner, Viacom,<strong>The</strong> Walt Disney Company, Warner Brothers<strong>The</strong> PAPARAZZI Reform Initiative269 S. Beverly Drive, Suite #228Beverly Hills, CA 90212Contact: Sean Burke, FounderWebsite: www.paparazzi-reform.orgE-mail: mailto:contact@paparazzi-reform.orgDescription: Aims to create a safer environment for the public and the right toprivacy for celebrities through education, legal action, lobbying, and othermethods.Peacock FoundationP.O. Box 372North <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 91603Contact: Lisa Peacock (310) 946-5567. Lisa@peacockfoundation.orgPhone: (818) 763-1072Fax: (818) 763-1072Website: www.peacockfoundation.orgE-mail: info@peacockfoundation.orgDescription: Aims to empower youth with programs that will build social skills,communication skills, and alleviate stress and conflict.Select supporters: CBS, NBC, Paramount Pictures, Lisa PeacockPlaying For Change Foundation715 N. Crescent Heights BlvdContact: Whitney Kroenke, Executive DirectorPhone: 323-653-1633Fax: 323-653-1733Website: www.playingforchange.orgEmail: info@playingforchange.orgDescription: <strong>The</strong> Playing For Change Foundation isdedicated to connecting the world through music by providing resourcesto musicians and their communities around the world. PFCF currentlyhas active music programs in South Africa, Ghana, and Nepal, anddeveloping programs in Mali, Rwanda, and the United States. We arecommitted to creating positive change through music education.Select supporters: Norman Lear, Concord Music Group, AEG<strong>The</strong> Wellness Community -- West Los Angeles2716 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 1040
Santa Monica, CA 90405Contact: Ellen Silver, esilver@twc_wla.orgPhone: (310) 314-2555Fax: (310) 314-7586Website: www.twc-wla.orgE-mail: info@twc-wla.orgDescription: Helps people with cancer and their loved ones enhance their healthand well-being by providing a professional program of emotional support,education and hope, absolutely free of charge.Select supporters: David Arquette, Harold H. Benjamin, Ph.D, Courteney Cox-Arquette, Entertainment Industry Foundation, Daisy Fuentes, Steve Guttenberg,Katherine Heigl, Diane Keaton, Eric McCormackThursday's Child7456 Chaminade Ave,West Hills, CA 91304Contact: Don AustenPhone: (818) 884-8500Website: www.thursdayschild.orgE-mail: donausten@thursdayschild.orgDescription: Provides support for teens with a hotline and information on a varietyof issues, including eating disorders, abuse, and STDs. Runs a missing-childorganization that works directly with parents to reunite them with their childrenand has the only 24-hour hotline in the nation for missing children.Select supporters: John Bayless, Traci Bingham, David Cassidy, Holly MarieCombs, Kirsten Dunst, Christine Elise, Krista Errickson, Jennie Garth, MelissaGilbert, Anthony Michael Hall, Melissa Joan Hart, Teri Hatcher, Katherine Heigl,Natasha Henstridge, Eva La Rue, Lassie, Lucy Lawless, Ricky Martin, PaulNewman, Barbara Niven, John O'Hurley, Kevin Sorbo, Sam Sorbo, ShannonSturges, Alison Sweeney, Lea Thompson, Susan Walters, Patrick WarburtonTourette Syndrome Association42-40 Bell Blvd.Bayside, NY 11361Contact: Traci Colletti-FlynnPhone: (718) 224-2999, (718) 279-9596, 1-888-4-TOURETFax: (718) 279-9596Website: www.tsa-usa.orgE-mail: ts@tsa-usa.orgDescription: Provides education, research and service to all individuals andfamilies affected by Tourette Syndrome.Select supporters: Dash Mihok, James MarsdenTrue Colors Fund890 West End Avenue, Suite 1A
New York, NY 10025Contact: Gregory Lewis, Executive Director: (917) 855-2533Phone: (212) 877-9631Fax: (212) 877-9735Website: http://www.TRUECOLORSFUND.orgE-mail: gregoryhslewis@mac.comDescription: Seeks to strengthen the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender andallied support of volunteering and philanthropy.Select supporters: Lisa Barbaris, Cyndi Lauper, Jonny PodellUnion Rescue Mission545 S. San Pedro St.Los Angeles, CA 90013Contact: Liz Mooradian, Director of Public Relations; Kitty Davis-Walker, PublicRelation SpecialistPhone: (213) 347-6300Fax: (213) 612-0260Website: www.urm.orgE-mail: lmooradian@urm.orgDescription: Provides services including food, shelter, clothing, medical anddental care, recovery programs, transitional housing, education, counseling, legalassistance, and job training to the homeless of Los Angeles.Select supporters: Marcus Allen, cast of "General Hospital," Ernie Hudson, RaferJohnson, Casey Kasem, Angela Lansbury, Los Angeles Dodgers, Miguel Nunez,William Shatner, Lyman Stewart, Jerry West, Paris Hilton, Samuel L. Jackson,LaTanye Jackson, Andre EthierUnited Friends of the Children1055 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1955Los Angeles, CA 90017Contact: Jill FreemanPhone: (213) 580-1850Fax: (213) 580-1820Website: www.unitedfriends.orgE-mail: info@unitedfriends.orgDescription: Supports foster youth through housing, career planning, education,and other programs and events for foster families.Select supporters: Nancy DalyUniversity Kidney Research Organization2049 Century Park East, Suite 3180Los Angeles, CA 90067Contact: Kenneth KleinbergPhone: (310) 286-3480Fax: (310) 277-7145Website: www.ukrocharity.org
E-mail: evelynhughes@ukrocharity.orgDescription: Raises funds to accelerate kidney research.Select supporters: Deana Carter, Natalie Cole, Russell Frackman, CamilaKoenig/<strong>The</strong> Eric and Della Koenig Foundation, Robert Lange, OneLegacy, GigiPritzker/Odd Lot Entertainment, <strong>The</strong> Robert and Claire Pasarow Foundation,Stephanie RosenbergUSC Shoah Foundation Institute for Visual History and Educationc/o Leavey Library 650 W. 35th St., Suite 114Los Angeles, CA 90089Contact: Jemal Young (213) 740-6723; jemalluy@usc.edu, Stephen D. Smith,Executive DirectorPhone: (213) 740-6001Fax: (213) 740-6044Website: www.college.usc.edu/whiDescription: Videotapes and archives testimonies from Holocaust survivors andwitnesses and uses the materials in the classroom.Select support: Steven Spielberg, Founder and Honorary ChairValley Community Clinic6801 Coldwater Canyon Ave.North <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 91605Contact: Regina Zeinali, Corporate & Media Relations, (818) 763-1718 x 233;rzeinali@valleyclinic.orgPhone: (818) 763-7231Fax: (819) 763-7231Website: www.valleycommunityclinic.orgE-mail: rzeinali@valleyclinic.orgDescription: Provides high-quality, culturally sensitive medical care for theuninsured.Select supporters: S. Mark Taper FoundationNeeds description and supportersVariety -- <strong>The</strong> Children's Charity of the United States4601 Wilshire Blvd Suite 260Los Angeles, CA 90010Contact: Erica Lopez, National ManagerPhone: (323) 954-0820Fax: (323) 954-8630Website: www.usvariety.orgE-mail: info@usvariety.orgDescription: Provides assistance to children with mobility concerns.Select supporters: AMC, Brenden, Carmike, Cinemark, Clearview, Goodrich,Harkins, Kerasotes, Krikorian, Lefont, Malco, Mann, Marcus, Metropolitan, MovieTavern, MNM, Mulone, Muvico, NCG, National Amusements, Pacific, Rave,Reading, Regal, Regency, Showbiz, Socal <strong>The</strong>atres, Starplex, UltraStar,
Wehrenberg, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Paramount, MGM, WarnerBros, 20 th Century Fox, Sony, DreamWorks, Lionsgate, Focus Features,Technicolor, RealD, MovieTickets.com, MR Inc.Warren Eckstein's Hugs and Kisses Animal FundYvette Berke, Executive Director13029-A Victory Bl. #331, North <strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 91606-2925Phone: (800) 430-HUGS (4847)Fax: (818) 782-6975Website: www.hugsandkissesanimalfund.orgE-mail: HKANIMALFUND@AOL.COMDescription: We are the "United Way" for animal organizations. We providegrants to small "mom and pop" animal welfare organizations across the UnitedStates to support ongoing operations or in times of emergency.Select supporters: Stray Cat Alliance, Valley Cats, German Shepard Rescue.We Care About Kids2400 Whitman <strong>Place</strong><strong>Hollywood</strong>, CA 90068Contact: Allan Rich, David Rickett, AllanRich@SBCglobal.netPhone: (323) 465-4007Fax: (323) 461-2765Website: www.wecareaboutkids.orgE-mail: david@wecareaboutkids.orgDescription: By creating live action films, strives to increase the awareness of thesocial, ethical, and financial problems faced by children, including homelessnessand abuse.Select supporters: Peter Antico, Armand Hammer Foundation, Columbus JewishFilm Festival, Film Advisory Board, Kids 'R' Us, Monty Hall Family Foundation,Office of Smoking and Health, Allan Rich, Rosalinde and Arthur GilbertFoundation, Screen Actors GuildweSPARK Cancer Support Center13520 Ventura Blvd.Sherman Oaks, CA 91423Contact: Alexandra Schoch - Office ManagerPhone: (818) 906-3022Fax: (818) 906-3021Website: www.wespark.orgE-mail: info@wespark.orgDescription: weSpark is a special place dedicated to enhancing the qualityof life for cancer patients, their families and friends. weSPARK provides,free of charge, multiple services designed to heal the mind, body and spiritof all those whose lives have been affected by cancer.Select support: Kate Caphsaw, Tom Hanks, David Kohan, Max Mutchnick,Wendie Jo Sperber, Steven Spielberg, Rita Wilson, Robert Zemeckis
Westside Children's Center12120 Wagner St.Culver City, CA 90230Contact: Linda ThiebenPhone: (310) 390-0551Fax: (310) 390-1067Website: www.westsidechildrens.orgE-mail: lindat@westsidechildrens.orgDescription: Serves abused, neglected and at-risk children and their families,providing childcare, foster care and adoption services, family preservationservices, parenting guidance, and early identification of children with specialneeds.Select supporters: J.J.Abrams, Ed Asner, Kate Capshaw and Stephen Spielberg,Lauren and Richard Donner, Victoria Foyt, Lezlie Johnson, Christine Lahti,Evangeline Lilly, Barry Levinson, Katie McGrath, Rob & Michele Reiner, TomWertheimerWildlife Waystation14831 Little Tujunga Canyon Rd.Angeles National Forest, CA 91342Contact: Jerry Brown, Public Relations: (323) 851-2954Phone: (818) 899-5201Fax: (818) 890-1107Website: www.wildlifewaystation.orgE-mail: info@wildlifewaystation.orgDescription: Rescues an estimated 5,000 native California animals and birdseach year, as well as saves, feeds and houses wild and exotic animals andeducates the public on how best to coexist with them.Select supporters: Sean Astin, Drew Barrymore, Nina Blackwood, Dylan Cannon,Martine Colette, Robert Fuller, Bernie Kopell, Stefanie Powers, Jennifer Savidge,Nicolette Sheridan, Betty White, Jo Anne WorleyWill Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation10045 Riverside Dr. , 3rd FloorToluca Lake, CA 91602Contact: Pat Samuelson: (818) 755-2330; pat@wrmail.orgPhone: (888) 994-3863; (818) 755-2300Fax: (818) 508-9816Website: www.wrpioneers.orgE-mail: info@wrinstitute.orgDescription: Provides financial assistance to eligible members of the theatricalindustry (exhibition, distribution and trade services). Funds pulmonary researchand provides free health booklets.
Select supporters: Edward A. Albee, Gustav Eyssell, John Harris, Abe Montague,R.J. O'DonnellWomen at Risk5183 Overland Ave. Suite BCulver City, CA 90230Contact: Carmen JohnsonPhone: (310) 204-1046Fax: (310) 204-1048Website: www.womenatrisk.orgE-mail: connect@womenatrisk.orgDescription: Provides a safe and confidential environment for HIV-positivewomen to share experiences and receive support.Select supporters: Ann Copeland, Linda LuscheiWomen in Film and Video Vancouver411 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 462Vancouver, BC B 1X4 CanadaPhone: (604) 685-1152Fax: (604) 685-1124Website: www.womeninfilm.caE-mail: info@womeninfilm.caDescription: Committed to advancing & celebrating women in screen-basedmedia.Select supporters: British Columbia Film, Post Modern Sound, Reel West Prods.,Telefilm CanadaWomen in Show Business for Children59030 Noble AveSherman Oaks, CA 91411Contact: Scherr Lillico, (818) 994-4661Phone: (818) 994-4661Fax: (818) 994-6181E-mail: info@theproperimageevents.comDescription: Dedicated to raising funds for reconstructive and restorative surgeryplus associated equipment for financially needy children.Select supporters: Beverly Garland, Tom Hatten, Lee Meriwether, Jaclyn Smith,Michael J. Solomon, Fred TravalenaWorld Research Foundation5309 Via DonteMarina Del Rey, CA 90202Contact: LaVerne BoeckmannPhone: (310) 827-0070
Fax: (310) 827-1010Website: www.wrf.orgE-mail: laverne@wrf.orgDescription: Acts as a repository for all health information, including varioushealth therapies and techniques , from ancient times to the present, which havebeen overlooked, unavailable, or in limited use in the United States. <strong>The</strong>information is collected and dispersed in an unbiased, neutral and independentmanner.Select supporters: LaVerne Boeckmann & Steve Ross, Joe Bologna, NicholasEliopoulas, Fetzer Foundation, Galpin Motors, Sharon Gless, Collin Higgins,KABC, Let's Talk Magazine, Susan Strasberg, Renee Taylor, Valley MagazineWriters Guild Foundation7000 W. Third St., 1st FloorLos Angeles, CA 90048Contact: Angela Wales KirgoPhone: (323) 782-4692Fax: (323) 782-4695Website: www.wgfoundation.orgE-mail: ahuss@wga.orgDescription: Plans events and outreach programs and maintains a library andarchive in order to educate and inspire writers.Select supporters: Mel Shavelson and other WGA members, James R. Webband Friends of Writers all around the world.Young Musicians Foundation195 S. Beverly Dr. Suite 414Beverly Hills, CA 90212Contact: Edith Rugolo, (310) 859-7668Phone: (310) 859-7668Fax: (310) 859-1365Website: www.ymf.orgE-mail: info@ymf.orgDescription: Preserves classical music heritage by providing performanceopportunities, financial assistance and community outreach program for theartistic development of youth from all socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds.Select supporters: California Arts Council, David Geffen Foundation, <strong>Hollywood</strong>Foreign Press Assn., Sylvia Kunin, L.A. County Arts Commission, Nestle USA,Toyota, United Artists, Weingart Foundation, Wells Fargo Foundation, YamahaCorporation of AmericaYoung Storytellers Foundation923 East 3rd Street, #307Los Angeles, CA 90013Contact: Bill Thompson, Executive Director
Phone: (323) 962-4500Fax: (323) 843-9842Website: www.youngstorytellers.com E-mail: writeus@youngstorytellers.comDescription: <strong>The</strong> Young Storytellers Foundation offers a uniquely engagingand effective arts education and youth development program to targetedpublic schools in Los Angeles, where students are at-risk and have little or noaccess to the arts.Select supporters: JJ Abrams, Jon Bernthal, Emiliano Calemzuk, Tate Donovan,Kat Foster, Dustin Hoffman, Anthony LaPaglia, Zach Levi, Matthew Lillard, McG,Ben McKenzie, Ryan Murphy, Josh Radnor, Peter Schlessel, Raven Simone,Jamie Tarses, Richard Weitz
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