Donate to Haiti (and Shop!)

The Pike at Rainbow Harbor is perfect for a date night to grab dinner and do a little shopping in the Long Beach air. It's sits on the beach, nestled in between the Long Beach Convention Center and Aquarium of the Pacific, and is home to locals who want a quaint night out. 

Now there's more reason to visit The Pike more than just to shop, but with their encouragement to support the American Red Cross with donations in the effort for Haiti relief. 

"We are proud to support the American Red Cross as well as local efforts to generate donations for Haiti," said Jennifer Gartland, marketing director. "We want to encourage everyone in the Long Beach area to lend their support to those who desperately need it. Even the smallest gesture can make a difference in this time of profound need."

The U.S. has definitely stepped up to the plate in aiding Haiti with hundreds of organizations and companies encouraging donations to the Haiti Relief effort, and with much success. There's been a creative blend of the arts and fundraising to raise more money and support by blending entertainment with fundraising. This week, the "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon featured dozens of performances and appearances of musicians and actors with a national audience of 83 million viewers. In just one night $61 million dollars was raised, with donations continuing to flood in. Celebrities could be seen making recorded messages for callers who were hoping to donate while watching the performances.

To donate through The Pike, visit www.thepikeatlongbeach.com or call (562) 432-8325. 

Katie Cervantes

Live OC Magazine

www.LIVEOCMAG.com

>>HELP HAITI BY LAUGHING

If you want to help aid Haiti in the relief effort, but aren't sure how, there's a comedy show waiting for you. The "Make It Better" charity comedy show will feature some of the best names in show business, hosted by Will Ferrell with performances by Tenacious D (Jack Black and Kyle Gass), Demitri Martin, Aubrey Plaza, Rob Riggle, Nick Swardson, and the stars from Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!

On Friday, January 22, tickets are buy one, get one free for all ticket categories from 10 AM to 10 PM--perfect for bringing a date or a group of friends! All proceeds from ticket sales on Friday will go directly to the relief effort for Haiti through the American Red Cross, after the 7.0 earthquake that killed thousands. All ticket sales on other days will go to Pete Carroll's non-profit, A Better LA.

The show will debut at 8PM at the Nokia Theatre LIVE in LA on Saturday, February 20, with tickets ranging from $45 - $250. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster locations, or by calling (800) 745-3000. You can also purchase tickets on www.ticketmaster.com. Sponsorship packages and VIP tickets are available by calling Levi, Pazanti & Associates at (310) 201-2033. 

A Better LA is a 501(c)(3), founded by USC football head coach Pete Carroll, that unites leaders in the community from all sectors to support LA communities in reducing violence. For more info, visit www.abetterla.org. 

Staples Center Foundation is partnered to many LA charities to raise funds and awareness for the organizations, specifically to emphasize low-income neighborhoods surrounding the Staples Center.

Katie Cervantes

Live OC Magazine

www.LIVEOCMAG.com