Emma Thompson announced as London’s TB ambassador
The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has appointed a TB ambassador to raise awareness of the disease, and it’s none other than former “Potter” actress Emma Thompson!
Tagged: Charity
Magical Christmas for Univeristy of New Mexico’s Children Hospital
It seems as though Christmas will be especially magical this year for children at the University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital.
Animated version of Helena Bonham Carter to promote Children in Need
This year, promotional advertisements are set to air in the form of animated super hero characters to help encourage people to “sign up, pledge their allegiance and Be A Hero” for BBC’s Children in Need. Well-known British faces who will magically be transformed include Helena Bonham Carter!
Warwick Davis and Stephen Fry participate in BGC’s Charity Day
Warwick Davis and Stephen Fry, the stockbrokers? They spent the day volunteering to help a great cause!
Children’s charity brings magic of Studio Tour London to children with life-threatening illnesses
While not every day is magical for children with life-threatening illnesses, a recent trip to Studio Tour London certainly was! Read more about how they were able to trade hospitals for Hogwarts here!
Phelps twins to take part in charity cricket match
Oliver and James Phelps are well known for their work with various charities, and once again they have jumped at the chance to help out another. They will be joining several other celebrities in a special cricket match taking place in Canterbury.
J.K. Rowling Backs New Reading Campaign
“Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling has lent her support to a new campaign designed to promote higher reading standards for children. Find out more here.
Jim Broadbent visits St Andrew’s Hospice in Lincolnshire
Jim Broadbent recently visited St Andrew’s Hospice, where he toured the facilities and met patients, staff, and volunteers. He discussed his experience with his mother’s dementia and even “Harry Potter”.
Helena Bonham Carter visits students bound for Africa
Helena Bonham Carter made an appearance to wish a group of students and teachers a safe trip to Africa. Find out more about her charitable work here.
