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Lights, Camera, Viva!

Vivanista is proud to announce its first ‘Tuesday Talks’ live stream video roundtable. We hosted our first talk on Tuesday, November 10th. Managing editor Kimberly Miller interviewed some accomplished charitable event Chairs; Jean Larette, Alison Carlson and Usha Burns to discover the top tips they would give a new fundraising Chair. If you missed the … Continue Reading

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Star Power in Fundraising

It’s amazing what a celebrity can do for charities — Charlize Theron kissed a female guest to seal the deal on a $140,000 live auction donation, and, not to be outdone, Jeremy Piven jumped onstage to encourage two guests to donate $140,000 for walk-on rolls on his HBO hit show “Entourage.” These two examples of … Continue Reading

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Benefit Auction Best-Sellers

Need good auction selling items? Here’s one of the best tricks of the trade.

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SF Symphony Focuses on Sustainability

Symphonix is the name of a group committed to expanding the audience of symphony goers in San Francisco. They host four or five events annually for young professionals, and pre- and post-parties around San Francisco Symphony performances including the annual opening gala and the Black & White Ball. In addition to the membership events this … Continue Reading

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La Dolce Viva

They say with great power comes great responsibility. Lifestyle Editor – Kimberly Miller, reminds you that to live well, one must first do much good.

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Joy to the World

The founders of Joy Adventure Club lay down their foundation about how to give back, all while jiving with your closest friends.

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Is Ethos Water Ethical?

Instead of costly water bottles at glamorous prices, consider donating the money saved directly to the cause it promotes.

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Superstar Michael Jackson’s Best-Kept Secret

Beyond his fame, there was another contribution that ‘made a difference’ which was his charitable contributions for the many philanthropic causes close to his heart.

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