Russell Simmons' 12th Annual Art For Life East Hampton Benefit (PHOTOS)

By GlobalGrind Staff

Russell Simmons and Danny Simmons, founders of Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation, will celebrate their 12th annual Art For Life East Hampton benefit gala on Saturday, July 30 at Russell’s East Hampton estate.

The star-studded fundraising event will honor recording artist Mary J. Blige, President of JP Morgan Chase Foundation Kimberly B. Davis, world-renowned nutritionist and author Oz Garcia and actor/filmmaker Edward Norton for their career achievements and philanthropic works. This year’s annual gala will be hosted by Soledad O’Brien and Star Jones, with special performances by the Grammy award winning artist Jennifer Hudson.

Russell has always held a firm belief that art saves lives and Rush Philanthropic’s primary annual fundraising effort helps support many projects throughout the year dedicated to reaching out to New York City youth through the arts. The Art For Life East Hampton benefit receives a great amount of support from the entertainment and art communities.

For the fourth consecutive year, Rush Philanthropic will team up with online auction experts Charity Buzz to auction Works on Paper from some of the art world’s most celebrated names.

Gwyneth Paltrow, La La Vasquez, Uma Thurman, Maxwell, Denise Vasi, Jessica White and Anna Wintour are just some of the stars attending this year’s fundraiser.

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Sag Harbor, Summer 2009

NFL Inspired. Environment Approved! New Eco-Athlete Line.

I brought my family with me to check out the new Origany Baby and Toddler organic Eco-Athlete Line. Origany has teamed up with Atlanta Falcons Ovie Mughelli to help launch the new clothing line! 

 

Origany, the company that specializes in Clothing Made Organic by Nature™, is the hip up-and-comer in the eco-conscious corner of the children's clothing world. Origany is proud to announce their partnership with Atlantic Falcons' pro Bowler Ovie Mughelli, to bring kids a clothing line that celebrates an active lifestyle and supports the environment. Muhelli, who is the number #2 Eco-Athlete in the world is also endorsing the line.

"We are very excited to be receive endorsement and announce our partnership with Ovie Mughelli of Atlanta Falcons," said Origany CEO Raj Sardesh. "Given his commitment to the environment and to the kids as part of his foundation, it was natural synergy and inspiration for our eco-athlete line that encourages all kids to be active and environmentally conscious."
 

Inspired by the Ovie Mughelli Foundation's commitment to teach kids how to take care of the environment, Origany launched an all new line of kid's sportswear. The Eco-Athlete line of baby and toddler clothing is the perfect fit for the future all stars of America. It features five different sports motifs including the classic pastimes of football and baseball, as well as bicycling, tennis, and the all round eco-athlete. Parents have a number of adorable options for babies including bodysuits, pants, rompers, jackets, and hats, as well as t-shirts, dresses,

and hoodies for toddlers. 

"The Ovie Mughelli Foundation is very excited about partnering with Origany," says Ovie Mughelli. "Origany's successful track record of creating very beautiful, eco-conscious clothing is a great match with the (Ovie Mughelli) Foundation's mission to encouraging Greener ways of living to kids. As tough as I am on the field as a power blocker Fullback, Origany's sportswear line inspired by me reaches the more gentle side of me. I'm confident that parents will find it loveable and perfect for their future all-stars."     Whether parents are looking to buy green or are searching for something in the unique and adorable category, each article of clothing is sure to delight. Origany's ensembles are always made from certified organic cotton so that sensitive young skin starts out safe and strong. By going organic, harmful pesticides are eliminated from closets and the environment. Children enjoy the soft, cuddly quality of the fabric, while parents can't get over how stylish the designs are.
 

In addition to endorsing organic living, Origany aids the Ovie Mughelli Foundation, which focuses on making sure "Our Future is Green". This charity supports the overall development of youth socially, mentally, and physically by implementing programs that educate children about the environment. Origany has decided to donate 5% of the proceeds from each Eco-Athlete sale, as well as 20% of the proceeds from each sale of Ovie's #34 affiliated outfits to the foundation.

Since 2006, Origany has been a purveyor of fashionable, organic clothing. Their eco-conscious lines of baby and toddler clothes are certified by Green America and GOTS, and can be found in boutiques throughout the country. In the past few years they have become one of the must-have brands for celebrity babies, earned the iParenting award, and had their baby alpaca toddler dress featured on the cover and named a top 10 must-have by Babies and Kids Magazine. They've started 2011 off strong by being named one of the top brands for babies and toddlers by BetterTV.

For samples or additional information, please visit www.origany.com.

Source: Media Kit provided by Origany