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Why So Savvy: With the spotlight shining bright on South Africa during the World Cup, much light has spilled over to the innumerable challenges and needs of the country's poor. Driven by a desire to end their suffering, former President Nelson Mandela established NMCF in 1995, growing it to become a leading organization for protecting and...
Why So Savvy: A celebrity who knows the power of picking the right moment, after performing at the Opening Ceremonies for the World Cup, Alicia Keys has been staying on in South Africa to promote her foundation, Keep a Child Alive (KCA), which provides life-saving treatment and support services to children and families affected by the HIV/AIDS crises...
Why So Savvy: Just in time for the World Cup, Senegalese-American singer Akon has launched a football-inspired clothing line, Afrikon F.C. to benefit underprivileged children of Africa, including those served by his own charity, Konfidence Foundation. Even more savvy? The clothing line is created with social responsibility in mind under the tag...
Why So Savvy: As the songstress behind the World Cup anthem, Shakira is taking her moment in the spotlight to shine light on The Barefooot Foundation, a charity which she founded to support early childhood education initiatives in South Africa. The singer has teamed up with UNICEF and Mango to launch a line of bold World Cup shirts to benefit the...
Why So Savvy: All major sporting events need sponsors these days and it's heartening to have a sponsor that gives back. During the FIFA World Cup, event sponsor Hyundai will be donating one million soccer balls (or footballs, for our savvistas overseas) to needy children in Africa. You can participate by buying a Hyundai (anyone with deep...
24/Savvy Style: Washington D.C.
I was so fortunate and won three pairs of Dearfoams slippers, so I'm spreading the love and sharing them with two of my favorite people—my sister and my aunt.
I couldn't believe how the range of Dearfoams styles I received were so perfectly suited to each of us. My sister lives in Florida, so the flip-flop-styled pair...
Why So Savvy: With the whole world gearing up for the World Cup kickoff this weekend, it's nice to know that FIFA, the governing organization behind one of the biggest events in sports, is keeping an eye on philanthropic responsibilities as well. With the support of star athletes and celebrities like Sir Elton John, their campaign "20 Centres for...
Why So Savvy: Because even though giving birth is one of the most natural functions of a woman's body, every minute of every day, a woman dies needlessly from birth-related complications. Family Care International works to slow the worldwide catastrophe by providing tools, care, innovative solutions and by raising awareness about contraception and...
Why So Savvy: Going far beyond the pink ribbon, this organization, begun as a promise Nancy Brinker made to her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, has invested more than $1.5 billion since 1982 toward funding research, treatments and spreading breast cancer awareness. More than just a charity, Susan G. Komen For the Cure ignited a global breast...
Why So Savvy: As our country's foremost producer of Shakespeare and cutting-edge theatrical works, The Public Theater/New York Shakespeare Festival is dedicated to not only achieving artistic excellence, but making theater accessible to all. Shakespeare performances in the magical setting of New York's Central Park are free during the summer and...
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