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Irvine Kitten and Puppy Shower to raise needed supplies for orphaned animals

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Editor Posted in Charities, Events, News, Pets Leave a comment

News Release City of Irvine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PRESS RELEASE #04/14/2015

Subject: Irvine Animal Care Center to Host “Kitten and Puppy Shower” to Raise Needed Supplies for Orphaned Animals

Contact : Craig Reem, Director of Public Affairs and Communications 949-724-6077, creem@cityofirvine.org

The Irvine Animal Care Center is hosting a “Kitten and Puppy Shower” on Saturday, April 25 from 1-4 p.m. to help raise supplies needed to care for orphaned kittens and puppies.

“Kittens and puppies require more care and supplies, said Rick Greenwood, Interim Manager at the Irvine Animal Care Center. “We need formula, nursing bottles, bedding supplies and toys to care for our youngest guests as they await their forever homes.” Continue reading→

Donations sought for Marine welcome home packages

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Editor Posted in Charities, Irvine, Military, News Leave a comment

News Release City of Irvine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PRESS RELEASE #04/21/2015

Subject: Donations Sought for Marine Welcome Home Packages

Contact : Craig Reem, Director of Public Affairs and Communications 949-724-6077, creem@cityofirvine.org

The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee, is collecting personal items for welcome home packages for the City’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion returning home from deployment. The collection drive runs through Friday, May 29. Items donated will provide welcome home packages for single Marines, many of whom return home to empty barracks without the comfort of family.

Suggested donation items for care packages include, towels, washcloths and men’s body wash/shower gel (AXE or Dove brands are preferred), single-serve drink powder mix packets (Gatorade, Propel or Hawaiian Punch) and individually wrapped snacks (granola bars, beef jerky or protein bars). Female Marines are provided welcome home packages specifically for women from the 2/11 Committee. Welcome home notes and cards are also encouraged. Continue reading→

Casual 4 A Cause launches and donates proceeds to female entrepreneur development

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Editor Posted in Business, Charities, Irvine, News, Women Leave a comment

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Casual 4 A Cause Launches, Donates Proceeds to Female Entrepreneur Development

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, APRIL 15, 2015 – Casual 4 A Cause has announced its official launch. The social company designs and sells bold, unique shirts and donates $4 from each sale to the development of female entrepreneurs. With a spirit of philanthropy, Casual 4 A Cause aims to offer high quality, unique fashion apparel for sophisticated consumers while delivering opportunities to women entrepreneurs.

The company is creating and selling “fashion for good”: made in America, organic tees with the mission of empowering women owned business. Shoppers enjoy lightweight, comfortable, unique t-shirts while donating to a viable cause. The proceeds contribute to the development of women founded businesses by aligning them with micro-grants, workshops, classes, seminars, and other valuable opportunities. Continue reading→

CEO of Irvine’s eGumball travels to India and visits students and orphans

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Editor Posted in Business, Charities, Children, Education, India, Irvine, News, Technology Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3/10/15

Irvine, CA: At the end of last year, eGumball, Inc. CEO John Bauer, Days of Our Lives actor Brandon Beemer, and photojournalist Gregory Schell traveled to Agra, India where they were able to connect with the community and experience the culture.

During the trip, all three spoke at an Indian middle school in Agra to inform the students how advancements in technology and education are providing opportunities for them to become successful in the future. They also encouraged them by explaining how the impact of globalization is strong enough to create equal opportunities for everyone, including those who are less fortunate and in unfavorable situations. Continue reading→

Toy Drive to benefit military children and their families

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Editor Posted in Charities, Children, Irvine, Military, News Leave a comment

Help make the holidays brighter for a child whose mother or father is serving our country

IRVINE, CA (November 20, 2014): The City of Irvine, together with the Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee, is conducting a special toy drive this holiday season to benefit children and families of Irvine’s adopted Marine battalion from Camp Pendleton. You can help by donating a new, unwrapped gift for infants or children through age 12.

Donations will be accepted through December 12 at the Irvine Civic Center and Irvine Police Department (1 Civic Center Drive, Irvine), and the Orange County Great Park Visitor Center. Continue reading→

OC law firm raises $3,000 to support the Wounded Warrior Project

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Editor Posted in Charities, Irvine, Lawyers, Mayor Steven Choi, Military, News, Veterans Leave a comment

Photo: Wounded Warrior Project National Campaign Team Member, Sonny Seyedi, poses with Carothers DiSante & Freudenberger LLP Firm Managing Partner, Marie DiSante, and Irvine Mayor, Steven Choi

More than 100 attendees of all ages gathered at leading employment, labor and business immigration law firm Carothers DiSante & Freudenberger LLP (CDF) on Oct. 23 to support the firm’s partnership with Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) during its 20th anniversary year.

Event co-host Company 77 served stone-cooked pizza out of its unique mobile pizza fire truck – a retired 1983 Pierce Arrow Pumper – and delighted guests with upbeat music, plastic fire hats and a photo booth to capture smiles. Continue reading→

Irvine’s Pacifica Hotels raises $100K for the Pretend City Children’s Museum

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Editor Posted in Business, Charities, News Leave a comment

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PACIFICA HOTELS RAISES $100K FOR PRETEND CITY CHILDREN’S M– USEUM WITH FIRST ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

IRVINE, CA (October 1, 2014) – Pacifica Hotels is proud to announce the success of their 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Pretend City Children’s Museum, which raised over $100,000 on Wednesday, September 24. The tournament was held at the Oak Creek Golf Club in Irvine, CA, a challenging, Tom Fazio designed public golf course, owned and operated by the Irvine Company®.

120 players took to the fairways for their shot at a trophy and the Million Dollar Hole-in-One. The day also included putting, closest to the pin, and longest drive contests as well as a helicopter ball drop and silent auction. Continue reading→

Volunteers needed for senior services in Irvine

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Editor Posted in Charities, Irvine, News, Seniors Leave a comment

City of Irvine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PRESS RELEASE #09/08/2014

Subject: Volunteers Needed for Senior Services

Contact : Craig Reem 949-724-6077, creem@cityofirvine.org

IRVINE, CA (September 8, 2014): City of Irvine Senior Services is seeking volunteers to help support the Rose Garden Café and Irvine Meals on Wheels programs in the following areas:

Rose Garden Café Server Continue reading→

Honorees announced for 29th Annual National Philanthropy Day in the OC

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Editor Posted in Charities, News Leave a comment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Vivian Slater (714) 573-0899 x 235, vivian@echomediapr.com

OUTSTANDING HONOREES ANNOUNCED FOR 29TH ANNUAL NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY ORANGE COUNTY

Esteemed Individuals and Organizations Recognized for Philanthropic Efforts in the OC Community

IRVINE, Calif. – National Philanthropy Day Orange County proudly announced the 2014 Outstanding Honorees. The honorees include organizations and community members selected because of the deep impact of their volunteer efforts, charity donations and commitment to the betterment of Orange County. They will be honored at the 29th Annual Awards Luncheon Thursday, November 20th at the Hotel Irvine Jamboree Center.

This annual event is produced annually by the Orange County Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and is one of the most prominent philanthropic recognition events in Orange County. Since its inception nearly 30 years ago, more than 1,000 honorees have been recognized. Founded by Doug Freeman and through his hard work, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed Nov. 15 as National Philanthropy Day in 1986. Continue reading→

Wash your car and support the Marines this Saturday at Mike Ward Community Park

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Editor Posted in Charities, Irvine, Military, News Leave a comment

Get your car washed!

By: Irvine Councilman Jeff Lalloway

The Irvine 2/11 Marine Adoption Committee will hold its annual car wash on Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Mike Ward Community Park-Woodbridge to raise much-needed funds to support the servicemen and servicewomen of the City’s adopted Marine battalion, based in Camp Pendleton. Continue reading→