The Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation.

http://www.agassifoundation.org/

From the site's description:

ABOUT US
Founded in 1994 by former professional tennis player Andre Agassi, the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children through its support of recreational and educational programs. More than 180,000 children have been touched by its funding of programs designed to enhance their character, self-esteem and career possibilities.

“I have been very blessed, and I’m pleased that I can give back,” said Agassi. “Children today face so many obstacles. Fortunately, our donors have given their time, money and resources to provide educational opportunities, recreational activities, after-school programs and more. Through this support, thousands of children have the knowledge, confidence and skills to be successful. But most of all, they have hope.”

When Andy Roddick first became big, he asked Andre what he would change about his career, to which Andre's response was "I would have started my charity earlier." (which also led Andy to start his foundation early in his career, which I'll post later)

Andre inspired us on the court, and continues to inspire us with his charitable work.

Reese launches charity bracelet

Source : Metro.co.uk

Reese Witherspoon supports the campaign to stop violence against women

Reese Witherspoon has lent her support to an UN and Avon-led campaign to end violence against women.

"Worldwide, one in three women are affected by violence. Violence against women is a global epidemic, and I strongly support the efforts of Avon and Unifem (United Nations Development Fund for Women) to put an end to it," she said at a press conference at the United Nations in New York.

The 31-year-old mother-of-two, who is Avon's global ambassador, unveiled the Women's Empowerment bracelet as she spoke out at the Global Summit For A Better Tomorrow. Proceeds from the wrist candy will go towards the Avon Empowerment Fund to support Unifem in their work to end violence against women - and help their local partnership with Refuge.

"The bracelet's clasp is the infinity symbol - representing a future without limitations for all women, a cause I truly believe in," she continued.

Reese added: "I love the bracelet, and what it stands for: our collective power, our solidarity, our determination and our hope. I hope to see this bracelet on the wrists of women all around the world as a sign of solidarity and hope that one day every woman will be empowered and live a life free of violence."

The Avon Women's Empowerment Bracelet will be available from May 11, priced £1.50, from Avon representatives and online.

Britney Spears Becomes A Dance Teacher For Children

She's giving back to the community...

By: Harjeet Mander on Thursday 06th Mar 2008

Photo: WENN

Britney Spears is doing her bit to help the community by teaching a dance class to young children, and selling a photographer of herself with the pupils to raise money for charity. Perhaps she should be helping herself before others.

The troubled 26-year old has regularly been spotted at the Millennium Dance Complex to teach 15 youngsters the art of dance.

One student, 5-year old Elissa Bouganim told People: "I like Britney. Today, first we were dancing slow, and then faster and faster... Then we did the fish-move and lots of other fun things."

As a thank you for being such a brilliant teacher, the little one gave Brit Brit a present: "It was a picture of [Peter Pan's] Tinkerbell. And she gave me a hug. Britney is nice. I want to dance with Britney all the time because it's so much fun."

Elissa’s mother was also quick to sing the dancer’s praises: "It's just amazing to watch Britney with the kids. Elissa won't stop dancing now, that's all she wants to do. Britney has really inspired her."

As an extra gesture of goodwill, the Toxic singer is selling a photo of herself with 10 of her pupils in order to raise money for a charity in Tennessee.

The snap will be given to a celebrity photo agency to syndicate worldwide with all profits going to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis which treats patients with cancer.