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Republican, Democratic Party Leaders Compete in Red Kettle Drive for Salvation Army

A charity fundraising event pitting leaders of Ohio's two major political parties against each other to benefit The Salvation Army produced results about as...
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Ten Signs of Peace on Earth: The Children’s Culture Connection

The good news that is the common thread running through children in war-torn Iraq or poverty-laden India, is that they all still have hope....

Adrian Grenier Braves The Snow To Help Fight Hunger

Despite the blustery December weather that hit earlier today in New York City, Hollywood star Adrian Grenier nonetheless was busy lending a hand for...
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Preventable Blindness Dramatically Reduced Worldwide

Thanks to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Trachoma Initiative, the number of people suffering with preventable blindness in the last ten...
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Toledo Forgives Speeding Tickets in Exchange for Toy Donation

The mayor and police chief of Toldeo, Ohio have offered to overlook your speeding ticket if you pledge to buy a toy for the...

Everyone Wants to be Like Harold Hamilton

"I want to be like Harold Hamilton," was the refrain on blogs and in dozens of comments following a news report on this 86-year-old...
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HIV Diagnosis Inspires Life of Service

Anti-retroviral therapy re-energizes a Tanzanian woman living with HIV to give back to others who face the same challenges. She is a different woman...
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American Idol Gives Back – $67 Million

Celebrities like Bono and David Beckham were on hand to thank viewers of American Idol who helped them to raise $64 million U.S. dollars...
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Signs That, Amid Tough Times, Americans Will Keep Giving

Even while Americans are reeling from bad economic news, most donors plan to give to charity in coming months, an online survey finds. History...
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Bloggers Create Fundraising Tool For Runners to Help Rebuild School In Darfur

Bloggers are combining physical fitness with the desire to help others in a new internet tool called Train for Humanity. Their initial pilot project...

Tunnel To Towers Run Celebrates Heroes Of 9/11 (Video)

In celebration of the heroes from September 11, 2001, "The Tunnel To Towers Run" follows the path Stephen Siller and other first responders took...
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Remembering Paul Newman: Actor, Racer, Philanthropist 1925-2008 (w/ Video)

Hollywood screen legend Paul Newman died Friday of cancer at the age of 83. Newman, known for his piercing blue eyes, boyish...
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Israeli President Posts Peace Song on Website

Israeli president Shimon Peres, who is a Noble Peace Prize laureate, wrote lyrics to a song about peace, entitled Ray of Hope and posted...
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Top 10 Music Acts Who Are Going Green

Here are ten acts that have tried to make a difference to the environment by reducing their carbon footprint, recycling and charity:  Willie Nelson,...

Mom Traded Poverty and Despair for Real Success

"A mother of three was at rock bottom -- jobless, no prospects for work and with no money to feed her young kids. But...

Jon Stewart Hosts a Comedians Benefit for Autism

"Jon Stewart will host the second "Night of Too Many Stars: An Overbooked Benefit for Autism Education" on April 13 at the Beacon ...
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Be Positive Do Something Positive Day, March 1, Created Through Tragedy

After surviving three years of loss, trauma, and grief, Harold Cameron has transformed himself into the "The Chief of Helping People." His mission and...
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Volvo Unveils Sixth Annual Hometown Hero Award Winners

Volvo yesterday announced the top three winning heroes in the 6th Annual Volvo for life Awards: After a tragic farm accident involving her son,...
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$42 Million Raised in Valentine Art Auction for AIDS

"A Valentine's Day art auction conceived by U2 frontman and activist Bono together with British artist Damien Hirst has raised $42.5 million for UN-backed...
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Top Ten Good News Stories of 2007!

Looking back and choosing the top good news stories of the year was a happy exercise and I've concluded that 2007 was a good...