Sep 26th, 2008 · An obscure charity has distributed an inflammatory anti-Islam DVD to millions of people in swing states. The financing for this project is secret. But critics say it's a backdoor endorsement of Republican presidential hopeful John McCain and an attack on his Democratic opponent Barack Obama.
Sep 4th, 2008 · In her speech Thursday evening, Cindy McCain said the world is facing perilous times and Americans need to help each other. She calls her husband a "source of inspiration" who has "shown the value of self sacrifice." And she describes her upbringing, her role as a mother and her world charity work.
Aug 16th, 2008 · Muslims, who are required by their religion to donate to charity, are getting advice from the Treasury Department on how to avoid groups that might use the money for terrorism. The department has put several Islamic charities on a list of groups that finance terrorism.
Aug 1st, 2008 · A book of wizard fairy tales written and illustrated by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is going to be published for charity in December. The book is a collection of five wizarding tales referred to in the Potter series.
Jul 1st, 2008 · Donating money to an aid organization is a natural response following a disaster, but choosing which one can be complicated. Our personal finance contributor discusses how to choose a charity and how much to give.
Jun 28th, 2008 · This week, 25 outfits worn by James Gandolfini in The Sopranos were auctioned off to benefit the Wounded Warrior project, a group that aids troops wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Jun 11th, 2008 · J.K. Rowling performed a piece of authorial wizardry for a good cause. She penned an 800-word prequel to her Harry Potter series for a charity auction. The handwritten tale, crammed onto a piece of paper about the size of a postcard, went for more than $48,000. And thanks to the magic of the Internet, you can read it online for free.
Jun 9th, 2008 · The Napa Valley Wine Auction raises about $10 million each year to help migrant workers. Many of those workers live in circumstances that are a stark contrast to the participants who pay up to $25,000 just to experience the weekend. Its promoters say the lavish gathering is one of the largest charity events in the country.