SMR Events Movember 2020 Fundraiser

 

MEN'S HEALTH IS AT A TIPPING POINT

 Globally, on average, men die 6 years earlier than women, and for largely preventable reasons.

It’s Time to Change the Game for Men’s Health & Survival

SMR Events hosts SL’s first Annual Movember® Fundraising Campaign for Charity.“Movember® 2020”.

The Ultimate Goal is to raise funds and awareness during the month of November, via our fundraising drive and various interactive campaigns/events in support of the Movember® Foundation~  the leading charity changing the face of men’s health~

 The Campaign Spans the entire month of November and features; an Online Fundraiser via FB, a GRID-WIDE Fundraising Drive with Supporting Events, the ‘Grow for a Cure’ Moustache/Beard Growth Challenge & Photo Campaign, The Welcome to Movember® Men's Health Fair, and a Black Tie Charity Ball to wrap the Campaign.

Together with our Partners, Community, Friends, and Family, we are on a Movember Mission doing what we can to help men live happier, healthier, longer lives.

We invite you to Join us on our Mission
 

HOW CAN YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

DONATE | PARTICIPATE | RAISE FUNDS |SPONSOR

Make a Donation

Every Single Dollar Counts towards Men’s Health Project Funding & Research.

➮Visit one of our Donation Kiosks Across the Grid:

   http://bit.ly/Movember-KioskFinder

   http://bit.ly/Movember-SalesTour

➮Visit our Fundraising Page: https://www.facebook.com/donate/756161491639203/

All donations are secure and sent directly to the Movember Foundation.

PARTICIPATE

➮Grow for A Cure

GROW A MO

Patchy, lopsided, itchy or epic – whatever Mo OR Beard you grow this Movember, your face will raise funds and awareness for men’s health.

POSE WITH A MO

Join our Photo Campaign Pose with your MO or a Prop to shed light on Movember and raise funds

➮Participate in or Visit the Welcome to Movember Men’s Health Fair

        Be A Mo Bro/Sis~Tell Your Story

        Visit the Clinic or Bring a Bro in for a Virtual Check-Up

        Check out our Movember Exhibits and Informationals

➮Check out Affiliate & Partner Events http://bit.ly/SMR-Movember-Events-Schedule

     Stay Updated visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1109105062840113 for Campaign

     Details, Events & Announcements

RAISE FUNDS WITH US

➮Become a Movember 2020 Kiosk Affiliate: 

     Place one of our Movember 2020 Kiosks and raise funds with us. Every Linden counts.  

➮HOST A MO-MENT or A MO-VENT

Host a Fundraising Event or Challenge

We are encouraging our Kiosk Affiliates to rally around one of our KIOSKS and host "Movember 2020" fundraising MO-VENT to pull in more funds and gain traffic at their locations, grab your crew, and do something fun and easy.

Hosting is all about having a good time for a good cause. Throw a Party, Have a Shave Off, a Sale or an Auction, OR Create your own  MO-MENT challenge – it can be anything. Your epic efforts will help change the face of men’s health the possibilities are endless!! We will assist with promoting your events when we can. Here's the Event Schedule

➮Spread the word to your family, friends, associates, and customers about the campaign.

Promote Your Support: Tweet, Facebook, Post to Pinterest, and Linkedin.

Add the following Text & Link to your Email signatures/correspondence/ website wherever you like:

Join Me in Supporting Movember 2020.  Together We are Changing the Face of Men’s Health!!

Details Here: https://bit.ly/Movember2020-PressRelease

Donate Here:https://www.facebook.com/donate/756161491639203/ 

BECOME A SPONSOR

Support our InWorld efforts by becoming a sponsor today!

Choose a Tier Level Sponsorship Package and Sponsor our Virtual Drive.

Through sponsorship, there will be several opportunities to participate in our Campaign and market your services, organization or business throughout the month of November and at our Campaign Wrap Event: Movember Black Tie Charity Ball.

Contact: MissyLuv Resident secondlife:///app/agent/b77bdaf7-d96c-403f-8a45-767a6ca173bc/about 

for Sponsorship Details or click here Calling ALL Sponsors!!

PLEASE HELP US SUPPORT THIS CAUSE AND SPREAD THE WORD.

TOGETHER WE CAN CHANGE THE FACE OF MEN’S HEALTH!  

YOUR DONATION CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!! EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS!!!

SMR Events

SMR Events, an Event Planning & Production company was started in 2013 by three prominent women of talent and focus, who wanted to bring their ten plus years of skills and expertise to the SL Community with a focus on benefiting others. We are all about bringing joy and professionalism to whatever we do, whether its planning and designing your events or running our Gridwide Productions & Charity Campaigns [SLs Next Top Model,  𝕋𝕣𝕦𝕟𝕜 𝕆 𝕋𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕥, These Hands Don’t Lie-SMR Against Domestic Violence, Movember 2020 A Charity for Men’s Health]

No event is too big or too small for us to handle with the utmost care, flourish and detail.  We believe in helping others to do the things they can’t or are too busy to do and bringing awareness to the public about causes that touch us and require a spotlight because silence is detrimental.

Movember® and The Movember Foundation®

Movember® is an annual event involving the growing of mustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men's health issues. Using the mustache as the driving symbol of the movement, Movember focuses on the three key areas of prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health & suicide prevention.

The Movember Foundation runs the Movember charity event,  housed at Movember.com and has been running Movember events since 2004.

The goal: “To Change the Face of Men's Health."

By encouraging men (whom the charity refers to as "Mo Bros") to get involved, Movember aims to increase early cancer detection, diagnosis and effective treatments, and ultimately reduce the number of preventable deaths in men. Besides annual check-ups, the Movember Foundation encourages men to be aware of family history of cancer and to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Since inception, the Movember Foundation has raised $837 million and funded over 1,200 projects in more than 20 countries.

Learn More about them and How they are accomplishing that here:

https://us.movember.com/about/foundation

Movember Foundation is a registered Section 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and is a tax-exempt organization (EIN: 77-0714052)

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Auction House Party on Oct. 26 for MSABC

A luxury home will be the centerpiece of an auction party from 3 to 5 p.m. SLT Friday, Oct. 26 to benefit cancer research through the American Cancer Society and MSABC across SL.

This one-of-a-kind luxury home comes fully furnished and landscaped with a full club, pool, dock, helipad and more! See the details of it here:

https://makingstridessecondlife.org/2018/09/19/one-of-a-kind-luxury-house-club-to-be-auctioned-for-msabc-in-sl/

The party will take place at the auction house site: https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Xeen/96/92/3503

Tour the house, then place your bid! Entertainment will be provided by DJ Nuala Maracas of T1 Radio.

If you can not make the live auction event and would like to bid higher if outbid, contact Leala Spire-Marchant (leala spire) to arrange bid by proxy.

At the party, all bidding will be in posted in open chat and the starting bid will be the current highest silent bid. Highest Bidder at end of event will be asked to pay the Strides Kiosk to receive their home.

All proceeds collected during the Strides Parade of Homes in Second Life and the night of the Auction Party will go directly to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the American Cancer Society.

But wait, there’s even more fun!

AXL-Pro, the builder of the auction house, has also contributed another home in a MSABC vendor: https://makingstridessecondlife.org/2018/10/25/bonus-home-to-buy-from-axl-pro/

Perfect for those wishing for a smaller home but not wanting to scrimp on luxury.

If you have any questions about the auction or MSABC please contact Leala Spire or Sandie Loxingly.

Each year, more than a million passionate women, men, and children participate in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation. The events unite communities by honoring those affected by the disease and raising money to reduce the burden of breast cancer.  Dollars raised through Making Strides Against Breast Cancer help the American Cancer Society fund innovative breast cancer research; provide education and guidance to help people reduce their risk; and offer comprehensive patient support to those who need it most so that no one facing breast cancer ever has to walk alone.

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Coachella Second Life – A Benefit Event For Hurricane Harvey Victims Sept 8th- 10th

Break Beatz Ent. ATOL Ent.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Shon Larsson, Owner, Co-Owner

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

On August 25, 2017 Hurricane Harvey roared into Houston Texas and also affected South West Louisiana leaving many dead and thousands homeless with nothing more than the clothes on their back due to the massive flooding which continues today. The magnitude of the storms aftermath is unprecedented.  Break Beatz Entertainment and ATOL Ent. have initiated a response to the disaster by producing an entertainment event and fundraiser to support those most in need affected by the storm.    We are bringing Coachella Second Life to the grid.

Coachella Second Life is a three day event from September 8 to the 10th which will be held in an impressive desert environment, and include live singers/entertainers, deejay’s, performers, and dancers from different musical genres.  A line up of twenty seven singers and deejay’s will perform on stage for this three day event not including the dancers set to perform alongside them.  100% of proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross and Save The Children charities for those in the affected areas of the storm and floods.  Tickets for the three day event are now on sale on Marketplace where you can also choose booth rentals for organizations, as well as tents and RV’s set up on the grounds of Coachella for party goers.https://marketplace.secondlife.com/stores/183053

We want to thank all of the performers who accepted our request to perform for charity as we want to make the biggest impact possible in obtaining donations for the charities listed above.  There will be several donation receptacles at the event for residents who want to contribute as well.Can't attend Coachella but want to donate? You can donate inworld here: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Shine%20Diamond/…/2221Receipts will be recorded and promptly returned.  We hope to see you, friends, and family at Coachella Second Life. The entertainment will be outstanding!

Below is the full Coachella Second Life line up:

Sept 8

3-4:00 Michael Jackson Moonwalker Concert

4:30-5 Ambrosia Kamala (singer)

5-6:00 Say Imamu (singer)

6-6:30 Veronica Weksler (singer)

6:30-7 DJ India, Ciara & New Edition

7-8:00 MC Boogie

8-9:00 DJ Rebellious1

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Sept 9
3-3:30 DJ Dezzy
3:30-4 DJ Ice Cold
4-4:30 DJ Rich B.
4:30-5 DJ Phenom aka Koolin rae
5-5:30 DJ Vixen
5:30-6 DJ Roy C
6-6:30 Queen of the South
6:30-7 Chaotic Beast
7-8 DJ Cinfull & ASO Total & Beyonce
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Sept 10 - Desert Rave
3-3:30-Klimaxxx
3:30-4 DJ Dymond
4-4:30 DJ Spice
4:30-5 DJ Andre Dvere
5-5:30 DJ Cinfull 
5:30-6 DJ Raidous
6:30-7-Pandatron
7:30-8-Bigtime
8-DJ Rebellious1 Closing Remarks

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3rd Annual "No Kid Hungry" for Thanksgiving Drive

Did you know that more than 16 million children in America – one in five – struggle with hunger?  

Not only does this fact touch our spirits, but with the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, filled with FAMILY, FRIENDS and FOOD, it is imperative that this season, no kid goes hungry. So, we decided to take action once again and join the battle against child hunger in America this Thanksgiving.

VIRTUALVillage Media and The Delicious Foundation℠ partner

to raise funds for Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry® Campaign this Thanksgiving season.

Tuesday, November 1, 2016 we launched our 3rd Annual "No Kid Hungry" for Thanksgiving Drive. Our goal is to raise funds to support the Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry® campaign, whose focus is on ending child hunger.  We invite you to join us in support of the campaign that connects kids with nutritious food to lead healthy active lives.  No child should ever go hungry and we want to help make that happen. Do you?

For $49, the average cost of a Thanksgiving dinner, you can provide up to 490 meals

to hungry children this holiday season and throughout the year.

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

Make a Donation

Every $10 USD donated can provide up to 100 meals for a child who is still facing hunger.

• Visit our Fundraising Page: http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/DeliciousFoundation/nokidhungryforthanksgiving

All donations are secure and sent directly to Share our Strengths by FirstGiving, who will email you a printable record of your donation (for tax purposes).

• Visit one of our Donation Kiosks Across the Grid:

 http://bit.ly/NKH-KioskFinder

Raise Funds with Us

Spread the word to your family, friends, associates and customers about the campaign.

• Promote Your Support: Tweet, Facebook, Post to Pinterest and Linkedin.
• Add the following Text & Link to your Email signatures/correspondence/ website wherever you like:

Join Me in supporting the "No Kid Hungry" for Thanksgiving Drive

http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/DeliciousFoundation/nokidhungryforthanksgiving

Become a Sponsor

Support our InWorld efforts by becoming a sponsor today!

• Choose a Tier Level Sponsorship Package and Sponsor our Drive (InWorld).

Through sponsorship there will be several opportunities to participate in our Drive and market your services, organization or business at our Drive Wrap Event: Our Donor Reception Dinner. Support our InWorld efforts by becoming a sponsor today!

Contact: HoneyGlaze Delicioso [via IM or NC]  for Sponsorship Details or click here Calling ALL Sponsors!!

PLEASE HELP US SUPPORT THIS CAUSE AND SPREAD THE WORD.

YOUR DONATION CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!! EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS!!!

About SHARE OUR STRENGTH’S NO KID HUNGRY® CAMPAIGN

No child should grow up hungry in America, but one in five children struggles with hunger. The No Kid Hungry campaign connects kids in need with nutritious food and teaches their families how to cook healthy, affordable meals. The campaign also engages the public to make ending child hunger a national priority.

http://www.nokidhungry.org/

VIRTUALVillage Media

VIRTUALVillage Media delivers imaginative, original and dynamic strategy, communication and design. Thinking outside of the box, allows us to take each client idea to the next level and deliver material that is effective, engaging and attractive.  VIRTUALVillage Media offers custom digital media services, integrated marketing solutions, creative design, event marketing, management consulting and information technology.

VIRTUALVillage Media | VIRTUAL HQ is a not-for-profit organization whose goal is to provide a place where we extend our business, knowledge and assistance to those who may be looking for a place to meet and collaborate with like-minded persons. We are an International HUB, a COMMUNITY to network and collaborate with CREATIVE and INNOVATIVE individuals and businesses all over the globe both virtually and face to face.

http://virtualvillagemedia.com/

The Delicious Foundation℠

The Delicious Foundation℠ is a child advocacy organization focused on child hunger and nutrition in the U.S.A. and beyond. We help raise funds to sponsor agencies like Save the Children, Share Our Strengths and others that respond to the needs of Children as their main focus.

Our Virtual Division supports other virtually represented Non-Profits, Community Organizations and Philanthropic Individuals whose intentions are focused on bringing forth change [mainly through Healthcare and Wellcare] in the lives of Children in the U.S.A. and beyond.

We are here to support your fundraising efforts and events in whatever way we can. We utilize the resources of our sister company's EEM & Y.D.E. as well as other affiliate organizations to assist with the marketing and facilitation of your Fundraising Campaigns and Events.

https://www.facebook.com/DeliciousFoundation

Feel free to contact us for more information

Community@VIRTUALVillageMedia.com                Fundraising@DeliciousFoundation.info

Many thanks in advance for your support -- and please don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!

https://goo.gl/AptznD

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Strides season is about to kick off!

AUG. 30 -- The 2016 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) Across Second Life season is about to kick off and we invite you to join with us!

This year’s theme is  “Blossoms of Hope” runs through Nov. 4, 2016. 

"This year's Making Strides theme is "Blossoms of Hope," said Co-Chair Sandie Loxingly.  "We chose this theme to represent the seeds of hope that every person affected by cancer carries with them. Through our efforts in supporting Making Strides, we nurture these seeds and they blossom into a world with hope of a world of better treatments, early diagnosis and less loss from breast cancer."

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Across Second Life raises money for The American Cancer Society and is part of Relay For Life of Second Life.

Some key dates for Strides:

Sept 1 Fundraising tools to be released
October 23 Opening of the Blossoms of Hope Showcase
October 29 Strides Walk starts at 10 a.m. SLT
October 30 Honor Ball for Survivors & Caregivers
Nov 4 All donations due from walk
Nov 5 Wrap-up on Relay dAlliez sim

The 2016 Making Strides Committee is led by Leala Spire-Merchant and Sandie Loxingly. Visit the following link for a complete committee list: https://makingstridessecondlife.org/about-making-strides/organizers/

An exciting change for this year’s Strides walk is that we would like the walkers to reach out to their friends in SL and if you like real life to get sponsors for your walk.   The sponsors would agree that for every lap you walk they will pay a certain amount  to you as a donation.  The more sponsors you have the more you can raise for MSABC! Special awards will be given to top fundraisers.

Please contact Leala or Sandie in Second Life if you would like to get involved with the 2016 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer season in Second Life.

About Breast Cancer:
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States, other than skin cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer.
The chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer some time during her life is about 1 in 8. The chance of dying from breast cancer is about 1 in 36. Breast cancer death rates have been going down. This is probably the result of finding the cancer earlier and better treatment. Right now there are more than 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.
The American Cancer Society estimates for breast cancer in men in the United States for 2016 are:
About 2,600 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed
About 440 men will die from breast cancer
Breast cancer is about 100 times less common among men than among women. For men, the lifetime risk of getting breast cancer is about 1 in 1,000. The number of breast cancer cases in men relative to the population has been fairly stable over the last 30 years.

About Making Strides Against Breast Cancer:
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer or MSABC is the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation, uniting more than 300 communities to finish the fight. Every breast cancer walk and event is an incredible and inspiring opportunity to honor those who have battled breast cancer, raise awareness about what we can do to reduce our breast cancer risk, and race money to help the American Cancer Society fight the disease with research, information, services, and access to mammograms for women who need them.

About The American Cancer Society:
For more than 100 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has worked relentlessly to save lives and create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. Together with millions of our supporters worldwide, we help people stay well, help people get well, find cures, and fight back against cancer.

For more information please visit the sites below:
https://makingstridessecondlife.org/
http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/
http://www.cancer.org/

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