SHANIA CARES: Her Work for Hungry Children and Charity Support

This will take you to shania.com's page for the Charities that not only I believe in but Shania also believes in them and so do all her fans. Please stop by and take a look at Make-A-Wish Foundation,America's Second Harvest in which Kids Cafe is part of that organization, Breakfast For Learning a program for the children in Canada, RAINN, and Sarcoma Forums. These are worthy organizations that 99.9% of all donations go straight for the children.

RAINN is a courageous organization that deals honestly and directly with a very sensitive and important societal issue. Their background & purpose is described in brief, but is probably too mature for very young readers. Please use discretion.

Shania donated one of her favorite custom made-tops that she wore during her recent record-breaking "Come On Over" concert tour to a special auction for RAINN (the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network), a wonderful organization that operates the country's only nationwide hotline for survivors of sexual assault at 1-800-656-HOPE. RAINN's hotline has helped more than 320,000 victims since their founding in 1994. Shania's autographed concert blouse was up for auction from June 12 - June 26 2000. The winning bid was well over $2000. The auction was a great fundraising success, thanks in large measure to the participation of Shania's fans.

For more information please visit the RAINN Website. Fans know how seriously Shania takes these often hidden, unspeakable problems addressed by RAINN, as her moving song "Black Eyes, Blue Tears" testifies. Note: The webmaster has been deeply affected by the experience of trying to help several of Shania's fans or family members deal with traumas of this nature in their lives, and has always recommended RAINN (along with another great organization that helps abused children) as *the* best place to start -- to talk to a caring human being and trained professional, who in total confidentiality can provide genuine assistance, support and reassurance. RAINN is linked to a nationwide network of over 850 local counseling centers that offer free resources to survivors. That's why fundraisers like this with Shania's and her fans' donations are so important. RAINN is supported by a committed group of artists and corporate sponsors, yet is primarily funded through donations and charity auctions of this kind. Thank you for your participation.

Complete background and donation information for "Kids' Cafe" can be found at the Second Harvest Website. Or by contacting their main Chicago Office: Second Harvest 116 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 4 Chicago, Illinois 60603 (1-800-771-2303)

Donations may be made directly to KIDS' CAFE through their website or office above (* on behalf of Shania and her fans)... OR fans may alternately/also make donations specifically to the LOCAL Kids' Cafes in their local communities. Second Harvest will of course accept any donations to their main Chicago office, but those donations will not necessarily got to the Kids' Cafe in your local community, unless you so specify.

The cities and phone numbers of most Kids' Cafes in the U.S. are listed at Shania's GBTC & Second Harvest/Kids' Cafe page. Some new facilities added since, in part to Shania's and fans' generosity, so check where you live (list posted at shania.com for over three years now).

Shania wrote "God Bless The Child" (extended single version, 1996) specifically to help feed hungry children in North America, as she designated all proceeds go to "Second Harvest/Kids' Cafe" and "Breakfast For Learning." Canadian fans can still purchase Shania's "God Bless The Child" CD SINGLE (Canadian maxi-single), with sales proceeds go to these two organizations. This record breaking 4-track maxi-single also includes terrific specially remixed versions of her huge smash #1 smashes "(IYNIIFL)IOH,"WBHYBBU," and "WIM." North American fans may purchase her "God Bless The Child" maxi-single online.

Some have also asked about Shania's "artist royalties and proceeds" -- as songwriter/performer of "God Bless The Child" -- since her "GBTC" single is no longer available at U.S. retail ("GBTC" was barely shipped initially, barely played at radio/no DJ single sent to radio stations, and virtually no video play at any video channel, for still unknown reasons). In Canada, "GBTC" maxi-single was a record setting #1 pop single for 9 weeks, the #1 selling genre single in Canadian history and remains on the pop singles charts over three years later. However Shania's special charity single has still never been available internationally.

"Artist" Royalties that Shania donates to Kids's Cafe and BFL from "GBTC" include her proceeds from: "GBTC" RETAIL single sales, radio play, her ALBUM sales where the song appears (the a capella version is on her "The Woman In Me" CD, but her extended "GBTC single version for Kids' Cafe has appeared on several "holiday" compilation albums), and also from her live performances of "GBTC" every night in concert (with a local youth choir).

Shania's artist proceeds from her licensed merchandise sales also go to help Kids' Cafe and BFL.

Shania's fans may also make direct donations AT the designated Kids' Cafe booths set up at her concerts. Shania continues to help these charities through her own private donations, and has met with some of the children and Kids' Cafe staffs at their local facilities (when her schedule allows), and provided some special seats at her concerts.

Donations may be made directly to Breakfast For Learning through their website or office above (* on behalf of Shania and her fans)... OR fans may alternately/also make donations specifically to the LOCAL Kids' Cafes in their local communities.

Shania wrote "God Bless The Child" (extended single version, 1996) specifically to help feed hungry children in North America, as she designated all proceeds go to "Second Harvest/Kids' Cafe" and "Breakfast For Learning." Canadian fans can still purchase Shania's "God Bless The Child" CD SINGLE (Canadian maxi-single), with sales proceeds go to these two organizations. This record breaking 4-track maxi-single also includes terrific specially remixed versions of her huge smash #1 smashes "(IYNIIFL)IOH,"WBHYBBU," and "WIM." North American fans may purchase her "God Bless The Child" maxi-single online.

Some have also asked about Shania's "artist royalties and proceeds" -- as songwriter/performer of "God Bless The Child" -- since her "GBTC" single is no longer available at U.S. retail ("GBTC" was barely shipped initially, barely played at radio/no DJ single sent to radio stations, and virtually no video play at any video channel, for still unknown reasons). In Canada, "GBTC" maxi-single was a record setting #1 pop single for 9 weeks, the #1 selling genre single in Canadian history and remains on the pop singles charts over three years later. However Shania's special charity single has still never been available internationally.

"Artist" Royalties that Shania donates to Kids's Cafe and BFL from "GBTC" include her proceeds from: "GBTC" RETAIL single sales, radio play, her ALBUM sales where the song appears (the a capella version is on her "The Woman In Me" CD, but her extended "GBTC single version for Kids' Cafe has appeared on several "holiday" compilation albums), and also from her live performances of "GBTC" every night in concert (with a local youth choir).

Shania's artist proceeds from her licensed merchandise sales also go to help Kids' Cafe and BFL.

Shania's fans may also make direct donations AT the designated Breakfast For Learning booths set up at her Canadian concerts. Shania continues to help these charities through her own private donations, and has met with some of the children and staffs at their local facilities (when her schedule allows), and provided some special seats at her concerts.

Shania also has worked with Make-A-Wish Foundation. The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children under age 18 with life-threatening illnesses. It is the largest wish-granting organization in the world, with 80 chapters in the United States and its territories, and 20 international affiliates on five continents. These wishes are granted through the generosity of private donors and more than 18,000 volunteers. The Make-A-Wish Foundation becomes aware of a child's wish through referrals, which are accepted from parents (or guardians), the child, or medical professionals. Please see their website for detailed information.

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[Please Note] - RAINN is a courageous organization that deals honestly and directly with a very sensitive and important societal issue. Their background & purpose is described in brief, but is probably too mature for very young readers. Please use discretion.

Shania donated one of her favorite custom made-tops that she wore during her recent record-breaking "Come On Over" concert tour to a special auction for RAINN (the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network), a wonderful organization that operates the country's only nationwide hotline for survivors of sexual assault at 1-800-656-HOPE. RAINN's hotline has helped more than 320,000 victims since their founding in 1994. Shania's autographed concert blouse was up for auction from June 12 - June 26 2000. The winning bid was well over $2000. The auction was a great fundraising success, thanks in large measure to the participation of Shania's fans.

For more information please visit the RAINN Website. Fans know how seriously Shania takes these often hidden, unspeakable problems addressed by RAINN, as her moving song "Black Eyes, Blue Tears" testifies. Note: The webmaster has been deeply affected by the experience of trying to help several of Shania's fans or family members deal with traumas of this nature in their lives, and has always recommended RAINN (along with another great organization that helps abused children) as *the* best place to start -- to talk to a caring human being and trained professional, who in total confidentiality can provide genuine assistance, support and reassurance. RAINN is linked to a nationwide network of over 850 local counseling centers that offer free resources to survivors. That's why fundraisers like this with Shania's and her fans' donations are so important. RAINN is supported by a committed group of artists and corporate sponsors, yet is primarily funded through donations and charity auctions of this kind. Thank you for your participation.

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Shania will be actively supporting the Kristen Ann Carr Fund, established in memory of Kristen Ann Carr who died from a rare form of cancer called sarcoma. The Fund provides grants for cancer research and seeks to improve all aspects of cancer patient life with an emphasis on adolescents and young adults. For further information and to purchase tickets online for the Eighth Annual Winter Semi-Formal fundraiser, Saturday, Feb. 24th, 2001, see the Kristen Ann Carr Fund Sarcoma Forum. The first Kristen Ann Carr Fund Informational Video will be available for viewing and/or download on their website in March. Producers consider it to be the most informative tool about The Fund's efforts.

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Many thanks to these wonderful charities, their staffs and volunteers, and the tireless work they do... and to Shania's fans worldwide for their generosity of spirit.

• May 22: Shania Auction ended May 22, 1pm ET -- Winning bid $480 (USD). A Shania custom denim jacket is being auctioned off by Fashion Cares in support of this year's Fashion Cares 2005 M-A-C VIVA GLAM Bollywood Cowboy. "Designer Mark Anhang hand-beaded the Shania Twain jacket (unisex size medium) and also adorned it with crystals. Twain's autograph is in the upper left hand corner of the jacket." Shania's jacket auction runs from May 12 - May 22, 1pm ET. Overall auction runs until June 6, with other celebrity jackets and packages added each week. All proceeds will go to support the AIDS Committee of Toronto.

• April 25, 2005: Fans can bid on a Shania Twain Autographed Microphone (Sky SDM 90) donated to the SAVE THE EARTH Charity Auction. Auction ended April 25, 4pm ET. Wining bid was $243.10. All proceeds benefit Save the Earth Foundation's scientific research and educational programs committed to increasing environmental awareness. Earth Day was April 22.

• February 26, 2005: Shania has donated several autographed items to the current Wildlife Conservation Society Auction. Fans can BID on a pair of Shania Garmont Autographed Sneakers (auction ended March 3 - winning bid $1000.00)... and a Shania Autographed Eagles Jersey worn during her recent Up! Tour (auction ended March 3 - winning bid $1600.00). Please register to bid.

• Charity Update/Shania Recipe: Shania has donated her recipe for "Crazy Cake" to a special cause, moved by a very touching story about two little girls sent to the webmaster. 9 year-old cancer survivor Juliana and her 10 year-old cousin Brooke want to help children with cancer. The girls are huge Shania fans and were able to attend her last concert in London ON. With her mom's help, Brooke published a cookbook called "Cookin' in Brooke's Kitchen," which raised enough money for two Leukemia Research Fellowships. Young Brooke has now finished her second cookbook (with Shania's secret recipe) to raise more money for Leukemia Research. Brooke's new "Cookin' in Brooke's Kitchen (2nd Edition)" with be available December 10, 2004. Brooke will have a book signing that day at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. 5,000 copies are being printed and Brooke hopes to raise $75,000 for research of childhood Leukemia. All money raised goes to the Leukemia Research Fund of Canada... To ORDER Brooke's new cookbook please visit www.leukemia.ca, which will have more info and an order form (cover image). You can also learn more about the disease, and a bit more about these remarkable girls. CITY TV in Toronto has done two interviews with Brooke, and will do another the day of the book signing. See two articles at City TV/CP 24, search "Brooke Harrison."

• Throughout her career, Shania has consistently raised awareness about the problems and consquences of childhood hunger, and this year is no different. To celebrate the release of her "Shania Twain Greatest Hits" CD on November 9, 2004 volunteers from her favorite USA charity, America's Second Harvest, will be on site at top country nightclubs that week to collect monetary and non-perishable food donations, to be distributed in those local communities this holiday season.

• September 20: Shania is among the famous musicians, actors, celebs, and fashion designers who have donated items or events to the "Adopt-A-Minefield® Charity Auction." You can register and bid from September 21 - 30 at Charity Folks... "Paul and Heather McCartney have joined forces with Adopt-A-Minefield® in a quest to eradicate the global blight of landmines. Adopt-A-Minefield® is a program of the United Nations Association of the USA, which engages individuals, community groups and businesses to resolve the global landmine crisis. The Campaign helps save lives by raising funds for mine clearance and survivor assistance and by raising awareness about the landmine problem."

• Shania has partnered with BeneFit Cosmetics and Glamour Magazine to create the new lipstick, "Shania Red." All net sales proceeds go to the American Heart Association. Buy "Shania Red" (sweetheart sheer red) for $14 at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com... Limited Edition "Shania Red is" still available for purchase. It has been the #1 selling Benefit lipstick at Sephora and Benefit Cosmetics, and continues to be among Sephora's top two best selling shades each week... More Shania charity information at Shania Cares.

• Shania Twain UP! World Tour 2003-04: As serious fans know, throughout her career, Shania has quietly been a driving force behind the continued growth and success of national programs which help feed hungry children. Through local radio stations, Shania will "auction" two prime tickets to each concert as well as the shirt she wears each night to the highest bidder. Shania will also have donation booths set up and hold "raffles" to win the chance to meet her on stage for an autographed photo. She will match the winning auction bid, all donated to the local program in each city. Thank you for your generosity. Please visit ASH (USA) and Breakfast For Learning (Canada) for more info.

• June 22: Shania Auction (closed Friday, June 25, 10:30am PDT) -- Winning bid was $810 fo Shania's Glamour Magazine cover (October 2003) and autograph. Shania's cover is beautifully matted and framed, along with two test Polaroid prints, one autographed, from that magazine cover photo shoot. Shania graciously donated to Gilda's Club Nashville. Measures 18" x 19", black frame, white matte with glass insert, with letter of authenticity from her record company. All proceeds benefit Gilda's Club Nashville, a social and emotional support community for men, women and children whose lives have been touched by cancer. All services at Gilda's Club are provided free of charge.

• May 15: Winning bid was $910 for Shania's autographed Epiphone acoustic guitar at Country for the Cause. Auction ends May 16, 11:00am PT... For general information, please see the National Breast Cancer Foundation web site.

• May 3: Shania has donated her recipe for "Crazy Cake" to a special cause. This started with a very beautiful story about two little girls, one an 8-year old cancer survivor (Juliana), the other her 10-year old cousin (Brooke) who wanted to help her and others with cancer. The girls are huge fans and very excited about going to Shania's London, ON concert on May 10... With her mom's help, Brooke published a cookbook called "Cookin' in Brooke's Kitchen," which in three printings has raised enough money for two Leukemia Research Fellowships. All money raised goes to the Leukemia Research Fund of Canada. Young Brooke has now started a second cookbook -- where Shania's recipe will appear -- to raise more money for Leukemia Research. To learn more about the disease and a bit more about these remarkable girls, visit the LRFC website (link at lower left).

• March 10: BID on (3) Shania Twain Autographed UP! CDs at cmt.com supporting the Country Radio Broadcasters (Country Music DJ Hall of Fame Auction). Auction closes March 16, 4:30pm ET.

• March 1: The winning BID was $300 for a Shania Twain Autographed UP! CD at cmt.com, supporting the 20th Annual Share the Spirit Auction benefiting the Youth Choir Ministries of Brentwood United Methodist Church in Brentwood, Tennessee. Auction closed March 5, 4:30pm ET.

• February 5: Winning BID for Shania's autographed "New York City/UP!" T-shirt worn at her Madison Square Garden show on Oct 14, 2003 was $3,161.11. Auction closed Feb 5, 4pm PT. Proceeds from the Grammy Awards Charity auction benefit Musicares.

• January 25: Winning BID was $2,281 for a Shania autographed photo and glove display, with her CD single "That Don't Impress Me Much." Leapord print glove is from the famous video shoot. Housed in a 20" X 25.5" glass-front frame. Auction ended Jan 31, 3pm PT. Week 3 of the annual St. Jude Charity Auction. All proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

• January 18: An autographed Shania Twain sheet music display of "Forever And For Always" framed with her UP! red & green CDs recently raised $1,225 for the annual St. Jude Charity Auction, hosted by Washington-DC Country Radio station WMZQ. All proceeds benefit St Jude Children's Research Hospital.

• December 4: BID on a Shania Twain Concert Luxury Suite at her Dec 14 San Jose CA concert. Auction closes Dec 11 6:39pm PT. Description: You and 11 friends will enjoy Shana's concert from a luxurious suite on the Concourse Level of the HP Pavilion. KRTY’s Morning Drive Host, Gary Scott Thomas, will be on hand to greet you as the concert begins. The package includes catered hors d’oeuvres, decadent desserts, and soft drinks which will be pre-ordered and provided by the donor. Doors open at 6pm; concert begins at 7pm. The Second Harvest Food Bank has teamed up with Bay Area companies this holiday season to run an online auction to raise food for the needy.

• September 3, 2003: Shania has partnered with BeneFit Cosmetics and Glamour Magazine to create the new lipstick, "Shania Red." All net sales proceeds go to the American Heart Association. Buy "Shania Red" (sweetheart sheer red) for $14 at Sephora stores and online at Benefitcosmetics.com and Sephora.com through the end of the year. Shania is the cover girl for Glamour Magazine's women's health October issue, on stands September 9.

• Shania's Signed Grey Cup Football brought in $1,225 CAD and her UP! Alarm Clock $315 CAD for the SWAG 2003 Auction, to benefit the Canadian Music Therapy Trust Fund. The JUNO Guitar signed by Shania and other Juno artists went for $760 CAD. (closed June 1, 2003)
• Shania autographed UP! CD plus unsigned CD/DVD set of her albums and videos. Final bid $250 (closed April 3, 2003)
• Shania Auction Package for Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund 9/11 Anniversary Auction. Final bid $1010 (closed September 15, 2002)
• Shania's black mini-skirt from '99 Grammys/Man! I Feel Like A Woman! Final bid $1525 (closed May 27, 2002)
• Shania Autographed Acoustic Fender Guitar to benefit the American Red Cross (auction closed May 9, 2002).
• Shania CD, T-Shirt, and Tour Program for NARAS FANtasy Auction, for community outreach and arts education (March 29, 2002).
• Shania's Dress & Gloves from her first CBS TV Special to benefit VH1 Save The Music (closed December 12, 2001).
• Shania DVDs & Autographed Calendar to benefit Second Harvest Kids Cafe (auction closed November 27, 2001)
• Shania Twain Gown, designed by Marc Bouwer, worn to 1998 Billboard Music Awards (auction closed November 24, 2001).
• Shania's autographed "Come On Over" sheet music, for City of Hope charity Sheet Music auction (closed November 9, 2001).
• Shania autographed "leapord print" Custom-Made Carvin® Electric Guitar from her "Come On Over" Tour, proceeds to St. Jude Childrens' Research Hospital (closed November 5, 2001).

Condolences to all those affected by the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11. Please keep the victims and their families in your thoughts and prayers. Support all the emergency personnel working in medical, recovery and rescue capacities, and appreciate the many acts of compassion and heroism. Cherish your loved ones and try to renew your own spirit every day, as the nation's resolve and spirit grows to meet the challenges of this difficult time... Additional Information & Contact Links. Please if you can afford just five dollars to donate to one of these very worthy charites, it would be so good and it will even make you feel good to know that you helped a child to survive and not go hungry. Shania donates to all of these charities and why you may ask? Well the answer is simple she wants to help the kids out there that are in the same circumstances she was in when she was growing. So please,please give to one of these help a child let a child know that there are people out there who care about them. Reach out to them help Shania help the children. Thank you as I totally believe in these organizations totally. Let me tell ya a small story-I got a job on the front end working for SuperKmart and each fall we did the Make A Wish Foundation fund raiser. We were too ask if the customer if they would like to donate just a dollar most customers were glad to donate to an organization as well known as the Make -A-Wish Foundation. Some would write it off as the money doesn't go to the kids and I would stand there and say it most certainly does. One day there was a mother in my line and she started to go off on me for asking for the donation saying I'm not giving to an organization who doesn't give it too the kids. Well as I was about to say something the lady behind her started to tell her off and I was glad and she told the lady this:"My son was given a wish from the foundation nnd they are very reputable and I feel sorry for you cause you are refusing to help a child who really needs it." Well the other lady made a donation as she was stunned and caught off guard.