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Warmer days ahead…
As the weather changes here in LA, we're daydreaming about frosty treats- all PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness, of course! Would you like to see an ice cream truck at our next event? Let us know in the comments below! [wdi_feed id="1"]
This Year’s Event
We are so excited to be planning our 5th Annual A Cause for Entertainment! Year 5 means we're going bigger, better, and boobier than ever! After we've had our coffee, that is. Follow us on instagram for more info and inspo! [wdi_feed id="1"]
ACFE Silent Auction Winner gets Training Session with Pro-NFL legend Willie Gault
Last weekend, the lovely Lyons family from La Jolla, CA gifted their daughter Maddie with a really great experience. Maddie, a burgeoning track star, got a one-on-one training session with NFL legend (Chicago Bears, Los Angeles Raiders) and US Olympic track star...
Silent Auction Is LIVE
Ladies and Gentlemen, our silent auction is LIVE! This year we've partnered with Charity Buzz to offer a streamlined auction experience. The same standard of awesome and exciting prizes to win, but now you don't have to come to the event to bid on them! (Though, let's...
Gastro Garage Returns!
This year, we're reaching back in the archives of past ACFE events to draw on some tried and true classics. The first thing that came to mind- Gastro Garage! These caterers knocked it out of the park for us at past events and we are more than thrilled that they've...
This Year’s Performer: John Lloyd Young!
?Oh what a night!? Girl, Come Running! Our headliner for this year's event is announced and it's none other than JOHN LLOYD YOUNG! Tony and Grammy award-winning artist and the actor who played Frankie Valli both on Broadway AND in the feature film JERSEY BOYS will be...
Calling All Volunteers!
It's that time of year! A Cause for Entertainment is looking for volunteers to help us run our 4th annual Gala on October 7th, 2018! We'd love for you to come help us set up, lend a hand with auction items, help keep the timeline running smoothly, and help create an...
Announcing ACFE Merch!
We are SO excited to announce something we've been working really hard on these last few months. Spearheaded and designed by our own Jaye Rosenberg in collaboration with artist Rachel Brown, A Cause For Entertainment is releasing a run of LIMITED EDITION SHIRTS! “This...
ACFE: Sunday Funday
Come join us for an evening of wine, good company, and charity! We are kicking off ACFE’s event season- 10% of all proceeds will go towards funding Breast Cancer research. Just because it’s not officially Breast Cancer awareness month doesn’t mean we can’t support a...
Save the Date!
SAVE THE DATE for A Cause for Entertainment 2018: Sunday, October 7th Stay tuned for more details about our biggest and best year yet! [wdi_feed id="1"]
Introducing Survivor Stories
We're starting a new social media campaign called SURVIVOR STORIES on our Instagram. Week to week, we will feature Breast Cancer survivors and get to know a bit about their journeys. We believe these positive and personal messages will help build the community of...
Step Up for Angela
Our colleague and friend Angela Trimbur (THE GOOD PLACE, WORKAHOLICS, THE FINAL GIRLS) has been diagnosed with breast cancer. From Angela's Instagram: "i have breast cancer. I am still in such shock and extremely nervous for the journey. I will need to have my...
Get To Know Us: Jaye Rosenberg
Today in "Get To Know Us", we are getting to know ACFE board member Jaye Rosenberg! Name: Jaye Rosenberg, ACFE Board Advisor Hometown: Born Sydney, Australia Why did you join ACFE:Â I had just moved to LA, knew one person and wanted to find a way to use my spare time...
So, What is Breast Cancer Anyway?
Breast cancer, like all cancers, are a group of cells that grow and multiply beyond normal, and usually out of control. The growth, also known as a tumor, can either be felt or seen on an x-ray machine.
Get to Know Us: Devon Balsamo-Gillis
Name:Â Devon Balsamo-Gillis, Title with ACFE:Â Director, Queen of the Blog, Occupation:Â Writers’ Assistant
Get to Know Us: Cecilia Tripp
Name: Cecilia Tripp, Title with ACFE: Social Media Manager, Occupation: Executive Assistant at Charlie Baby Productions, Content Executive and Social Media Manager for Bottle and Heels, Communications Coordinator for Cancer Companions
Get To Know Us: Sara Gorsky
Name:Â Sara Gorsky, Title with ACFE:Â Director, Web Designer & Developer, Hometown:Â Elmhurst, IL
Get to Know Us: Alex Spear
Name: Alex Spear Title with ACFE: Member of the Board of Directors/Token Male Hometown: Redondo Beach Why did you join ACFE? I wanted to find a way to get involved, and when Jessica gave me the opportunity to get in on the ground floor with an emerging charitable...
Get To Know Us: Jessica Sherman
Name: Jessica Sherman Title: Founder/President of ACFE Occupation: Casting Director Birthday: October 25 Why did you join ACFE? For me, it wasn't why I joined, but why I was inspired to start it. I often talk about how my grandmother's diagnosis was the catalyst for...
What is A Cause For Entertainment?
A Cause for Entertainment is a nonprofit organization that connects the entertainment industry with breast cancer research and awareness. Our mission is to support and empower individuals and communities affected by breast cancer. A Cause for Entertainment’s goal is...