A New Leaf: Verso goes all-in for charity fashions

Verso A New Leaf: Verso goes all-in for charity fashions Verso, a clothing shop located inside the Rising Gallery just off Knox Street, celebrated a re-grand opening last month, with a renewed vision and new lines of clothing with a purpose. Verso is now the first retail store in the country to be entirely cause-related, which means that all of the clothing and accessories in the one-of-a-kind boutique are helping to make the world a better place while helping you look your best. “This

Amanda Seyfried: Charity Chick

Always looking to put her fame to good use, Amanda Seyfried was spotted at the 7th Annual “Acts of Love” benefit on Saturday (October 3). The “Mama Mia!” starlet looked lovely as she arrived at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica for the Autism Speaks-sponsored shindig, sporting a cute and conservative black dress teamed with a pair of grey heels. In a recent interview, Amanda revealed the embarrassment she experienced during her fall at this year’s Academy Awards. “The evening before th

Reclaimed Designs: March of Dimes Sponsor #4

Read how this started here . I wanted to cry this morning when I saw I had an email from Paypal telling me they were reviewing my account because of the raffle going on here. Apparently they don't want to be associated with gambling. I've been sending emails back and forth to them all day and calling them trying to figure out how I can make it clear that this is not about gambling but about donating to a CHARITY for heaven's sakes. Winning a prize is a bonus, but it's not all about buyi

Canvas Charity Bags Raise Funds for Vietnamese Orphans During London Design Week

The Kianh Foundation has teamed up with ten up-and-coming British designers for a unique charity initiative. Participating artisans include Gemma Johnson , Tamara Fogle , and Charlotte Law of The Modern Fold . The designers have created one-of-a-kind handbags, which will be auctioned off during London Design Week . Funds raised will help disabled and disadvantaged children in Vietnam's Hoi An Orphanage. Each handbag was crafted from a massive canvas painted by the children living at the

Project iAm plans day-long fundraiser for autism

Project iAm, a local charity supporting autism, will host a series of community events Sept. 20. The iMazing Race for Autism will kick off at noon at the Erie Street Market. Teams will follow clues to local businesses and complete tasks to receive the next clue, said Nicole Khoury, director of Project iAm. Food vendors and children’s activities including the Toledo Zoo, YMCA and Muddy the Mud Hen and will set up outside the Erie Street Market from 12-5 p.m. Outside activities are free and ope

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