Season’s Greetings!

You may have already started your holiday shopping, going from store to store with list in hand, trying to find that perfect gift for those who have been nice (or naughty) this year.

While you are out doing your holiday shopping, fully dressed in all your glamorous splendor and ready to shop til you drop, don’t forget to put on the most important accessory of the season…Charity.

Below, you can browse the link list of some of GlamModelz Magazine’s favorite charitable organizations…but don’t stop there ’cause we’ve got some shopping to do! Be sure to scroll down for great online shopping ideas that are sure to satisfy your love for Glam and your love for others.

Find a Food Bank Near You

Toys for Tots

Big Brothers and Big Sisters

The United Way

Meals on Wheels

Save the Wolves

Cherokee Nation

The American Humane Association

Founded in 1877, the American Humane Association is the only national organization dedicated to protecting both children and animals. A nonprofit membership organization, American Humane is headquartered in Denver.
What does it mean to be humane? It’s an innate desire to protect our children, or compassion to care for an animal in need. And it’s our hope to live among people who feel the same.
We are advocates for animals, raising awareness and supporting legislation to end animal cruelty. We are advocates for children, putting a stop to child abuse, neglect and exploitation. And we are advocates for our communities, exposing the link between animal abuse and other kinds of societal violence. We are humane.
Donate to American Humane and help us to continue our mission:
“…to prevent cruelty, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of children and animals and to assure that their interests and well-being are fully, effectively, and humanely guaranteed by an aware and caring society.” http://www.americanhumane.org

National Alliance to End Homelessness:
• Between 150,000 to 200,000 people are homeless for long periods or have repeated episodes of homelessness. The solution is permanent supportive housing.
• Most Americans underestimate how the problem of homelessness affects families. About 600,000 families and 1.35 million children experience homelessness in the United States. Homeless people suffer from high rates of mental and physical health problems often exacerbated by living on the streets and in shelters.
• Everyone finds transitioning to adulthood difficult, but homeless adolescents have even greater obstacles to overcome. Approximately 8 percent of American youth experience homelessness each year.
• Too many veterans have no place to return home. On any given night, as many as 200,000 veterans are living on the street or in shelter.
• Victims of domestic violence sometimes have to choose between leaving their home or losing their life. 13 percent of homeless families report domestic violence as the cause of their homelessness.
• Homeless people suffer from high rates of mental and physical health problems often exacerbated by living on the streets and in shelters. Go to: http://www.endhomelessness.org to learn more.

M-A-C AIDS Fund
• VIVA GLAM
In 1994, M•A•C first launched VIVA GLAM, an outspoken deep red that was universal in its appeal and its glamour. In the spirit of all VIVA GLAM, every cent raised goes to the M•A•C AIDS Fund to support the fight against HIV/AIDS.

M-A-C GOOD SPIRITS MAKEUP PROGRAM
The M-A-C Good Spirits Makeup Program provides beauty and skincare techniques for HIV-Positive individuals, helping to restore their appearance and self-image. Professional makeup artists from M-A-C Cosmetics offer their expertise in treating the side effects produced by various AIDS conferences throughout the United States. Each participant will also receive complimentary MAC Cosmetic samples for use both during and after the session. Go to M•A•CAIDSFUND.org to read more.

Let’s go Shopping!

There are only 20 shopping days left til Christmas!!

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or for someone else, the $$ you spend on these items will go a long way to help others.

Goodshop.com “While individuals still want to support their favorite cause, they may not have the time or the money to do so. There is a solution. More than 70,000 nonprofits have partnered with a new Yahoo-powered search engine called GoodSearch.com, and an online shopping mall – GoodShop.com – to enable their supporters to generate donations just by doing something they already do everyday – search the Internet or shop online. What makes the system so compelling is that it doesn’t cost the users a thing. It’s a form of philanthropy that works for everyone in this tough economy!”

Go PINK! – The National Breast Cancer Foundation

PRIVO BY CLARKS PUFFER FLAT, $50. Be casually chic when you step out in these elastic-strap ballet flats and a pair of skinny jeans – a perfect combination! Limited edition details include pink topstitching and plaid lining, synthetic wool footbed, a lucky Privo penny, and heel tab that bears the universal ribbon loop emblem. $2 from each sale goes to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available at www.privosusa.com.

TOUGH COOKIES PIGGY BANK, $50. The piggy bank has never looked so good —a penny saved is many more earned for charity. 20% of proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Available at www.shoptoughcookies.com.

BOSCIA ROSE BLOTTING LINENS, $10. Let your glamour-glitter shine, not your skin! Use these must-have Boscia Rose Blotting Linens to blot away excess oil and perspiration without smearing your makeup. 10% of proceeds benefit the Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation. Available at www.boscia.net.

NOTTING HILL WESTBOURNE BAG, $3,642. A pink python bag (yes, I said Pink Python!) has double handles and features zip-top closure, metal notting hill design crest detail, bottom feet, exterior front zip pockets, interior middle zip-top compartment, leather trimmed interior zip, purple grosgrain lining and PDA and cell phone pockets. Celebrity buyers of the brand include stars from Leighton Meester to Vanessa Williams. 50% of proceeds of benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Available at www.nottinghilldesign.com.

DR. REY’S SHAPEWEAR, $45. Dr. Rey’s Shapewear’s pink Strapless Bodysuit slims the waist, stomach, hip and butt area for a smooth, sexy look under your clothes. 6% of proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Available at www.hsn.com.

FOOT PETALS HEART TIP TOES, $6.95. These heart-shaped ball-of-foot cushions keep your tootsies in comfort all day and all night. Tip Toes help prevent calluses from forming, protect bones and tissue, and cushion the sensitive ball-of-foot area. 10% of proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Available at www.footpetals.com.

MACKAGE ‘HOPE’ COAT, $695. Mackage was created around the belief that outerwear is an integral element of fashion. Having lost her mother to breast cancer at a young age, Mackage co-founder Elisa Dahan had always dreamed of one day being in a position to honor her mother by contributing to a breast cancer project. $100 from the sale of each coat will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available exclusively at Sak’s Fifth Avenue in New York City.

AVON BUBBLE BATH, $8. #1 selling Bubble Bath in America – now it gives back to the cause of breast cancer. $7.07 from the proceeds benefit the Avon Foundation. Available at shop.avon.com.

BUMBLE AND BUMBLE HAIRSPRAY, $11. Bumble and Bumble Classic Hairspray with a light sheen, that maintains a soft texture and brushes out easily. $1.00 from every can of Classic Hairspray goes toward the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available at www.bumbleandbumble.com.

CLINIQUE BUTTER SHINE LIPSTICK, $16.50. Clinique helped celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a special, limited-edition shade of Butter Shine Lipstick in Ribbon Pink. Sheer enough to work on nearly all skin tones. $10 from each sale benefits the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Available at Sephora stores.

EBOOST, $24. EBOOST’s pink lemonade flavor aids the body in staying energized, healthy, revitalized, and alert, without the crash that comes from sugary or overly-caffeinated “energy” drinks. When added to water, EBOOST’s new pink tablets/powder form a pink lemonade flavored “bubbly” drink. 10% of proceeds benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Available at www.eboost.com.

JESSICA NAIL POLISH, $6.50. Jessica Vartoughian, “the first lady of nails,” has created the Empowered collection of polish, with 100% of the proceeds to benefit the World Cancer Research Foundation!!! Available at www.jessicacosmetics.com.

BMW FLEECE ZIP-UP, $40. A classic cut white fleece from BMW that falls at the hip. 80% of proceeds to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

BMW UMBRELLA, $15. The pink BMW umbrella. 80% of proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

BMW BUSINESS BAG, $40. A padded bag with a removable shoulder strap. Fits most 15″ laptops and features an exterior zippered pocket with compartments for business cards, pens and PDA device. 80% of proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

All Available at www.bmw-online.com.

TT DRESS, $92. This pink strapless beauty is from Tt’s fall collection and is the perfect addition to the wardrobe of the Glam Gurl that believes giving can be Glamorous! 25% of proceeds benefit the Gateway for Breast Cancer. Available at www.ttcollection.com.

…And let us not forget the many families who are dealing with the loss of a loved one, or those who are overseas ensuring the freedom of America, and even those who are facing financial loss while our country is restored back to financial prosperity.

May you remain in the spirit of giving and be blessed – every day of the year.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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