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Autism Awareness Series: Part 3

Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

Chicago-based Karma Members support autism research at the Rescue Our Angels event

Karma International is home to a community of driven individuals who treasure not only philanthropy, but relationships, which has been demonstrated though our countless charitable networking events. Over the past year, Karma has fostered an inspiring relationship as a corporate sponsor of Generation Rescue, the leading non-profit organization raising awareness and providing various forms of assistance to families coping with autism diagnoses.

In our latest venture with the impactful organization, Karma became a sponsor of the 6th annual Rescue Our Angels event – a night dedicated to raising awareness, funds, and emotional support for families in need. All of the event’s proceeds went to Generation Rescue and its many autism-focused initiatives. Many Chicago-based Karma Members were in attendance that night to partake in the live charitable auction, walk the red carpet, and interact face-to-face with the ten families that Karma personally supports.

Members Luis Rivera and Roshan Parikh thoroughly enjoyed the evening and shared their experiences with Karma post-event. Here’s what they had to say:

“Being in the world of rehabilitation and having a wife that works in speech pathology, the Generation Rescue event was amazing.  It was very well done and classy, and for me hearing the first hand stories from Jenny McCarthy and many of the families was very moving.  Also, seeing some of the kids there as well interacting with everyone was inspiring.  Finally, for me it felt great when the live auction generated so much interest and participation to support such a great cause. I am proud to support Karma by contributing to this charity.  Karma’s total support for the evening totaled  to $17,000, with more to come in an effort to support families who need medical treatment for their children.”- Luis Rivera, Karma Member

“I was really amazed at the coordination and execution of the Generation Rescue event. The city of Chicago and autism communities from around the world came together for an outstanding cause, creating a  vivacious and standing room only venue at Studio Paris. I donated my Chicago Bears season tickets not because I have a personal connection with autism, but because when I sat with Generation Rescue’s executive director, Candace McDonald, I was so moved by what the organization was doing, I was compelled to contribute further.”  - Roshan Parikh, Karma Member

Karma’s Executive Vice President of Business Development and Philanthropy, Marvin Epstein, expressed gratitude towards Members’ continued support for Generation Rescue, and appreciation of Karma’s newest Midwest participants:

“Over the years, Karma has been blessed to experience significant growth, and with that, our support and involvement with national charities such as Generation Rescue has also blossomed. We are pleased to have attracted the interest of individuals throughout the country, who have since become valuable Members. As an organization, our primary goal is to continue to support worthy causes  and provide value for entrepreneurs throughout the US. With Karma’s recent expansion into Chicago, sponsoring the Rescue Our Angels event was a perfect opportunity to further our involvement with Generation Rescue and the result was a night filled to the brim with fun, philanthropy and progress.” – Marvin Epstein, Karma International’s EVP of Business Development and Philanthropy

To learn more about Karma International’s past involvement with Generation Rescue, please click here. For more information on Generation Rescue and how you can get involved, please view the organization’s website. If you’d like to join Karma on our path to further autism awareness, inquire about a membership today.

      

FundRaising Success spotlights Karma and Model Citizen Fund partnership

Friday, January 18th, 2013

Here at Karma, we are dedicated to forming unique partnerships with our members and their respective corporate and philanthropic organizations.

One of note, which we have blogged about before, is our sponsorship with the Model Citizen Fund – founded by Dan Fleyshman, the youngest CEO of a publically-traded company in history. Model Citizen’s goal is to provide backpacks, filled with over 100 life-saving supplies (from food to first aid necessities), to the less fortunate. Most recently, Model Citizen provided these survival kits to the victims of Hurricane Isaac – a cause Karma was more than proud to support.

Dan’s mission, drive and passion did not go unnoticed, as his Model Citizen Fund was the charitable beneficiary behind our past Kandy Vegas event, along with private members-only socials.

Earlier this week, Dan’s visions and decision to partner with Karma were featured in an exclusive interview with FundRaising Success – a publication known for profiling the most effective, top-tier fundraising strategies. Dan discusses the endless benefits of being a Karma member, including the many opportunities a Karma partnership has provided him with.

In an excerpt from the piece, Dan tells FundRaising Success: “By becoming a Karma member, I could network and share my story with people who are as passionate and interested in entrepreneurialism as I am.”

Dan goes on to explain the smooth and seamless application process when becoming a beneficiary of a Karma event: “Once I applied for a charity sponsorship, I entered a screening process like all of the charities do, and after many sit-downs and one-on-one strategy sessions, Model Citizen Fund was named one of the beneficiaries of an elite Karma event. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome or more effective way of fundraising.”

To read the full interview with FundRaising Success, please click here. In the second and final segment of FundRaising Success’ series on Karma and Model Citizen Fund, which will be published next month, Karma’s executive vice president Marvin Epstein will discuss our own takeaways from the partnership. You don’t want to miss it!

To inquire about future sponsorship opportunities for your own philanthropic organization, please send an email Marvin@thekarmafoundation.com.

Karma on The Tom Roten Morning Show

Tuesday, December 11th, 2012

Karma’s Executive Vice President, Marvin Epstein, discussing Karma Philanthropy.

Over the past few months, Karma members have been getting together to benefit a special non-profit organization that has gained Karma Foundation’s full support, event sponsorship and philanthropic efforts – Model Citizen Fund.

Recently, the partnership between Karma Foundation and Model Citizen Fund was highlighted on The Tom Roten Morning Show, where radio host Tom Roten interviewed Karma’s executive vice president, Marvin Epstein.

Founded by Karma member Dan Fleyshman, Model Citizen Fund provides backpacks to the underprivileged around the world, giving them over 150 necessary hygiene, food and survival supplies needed to rebuild their lives. Through Karma’s sponsorship, Model Citizen Fund was able to reach out to Hurricane Isaac victims, helping victims of the natural disaster re-gain the confidence and self-esteem needed to carry on.

When speaking about the partnership on the radio show, Epstein said, “Anything you can do to help people that have less…and genuinely need our help and service is just a great way to give back.”

Listen to Marvin’s full interview on The Tom Roten Radio Show. To inquire on how your own organization can become a Karma Foundation beneficiary, please email Contact@thekarmafoundation.com. Please note, we only consider 501(C)3 non-profit organizations as beneficiaries.

CLICK HERE to listen to Marvin Epstein on the Tom Roten Morning Show.

Karma sponsors a new generation

Saturday, August 18th, 2012

Karma Foundation is proud to announce it has added another worthy charity to its philanthropy roster, by becoming a sponsor of Generation Rescue. Generation Rescue is a charity “dedicated to recovery for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders by providing guidance and support for medical treatment to directly improve the quality of life for all families in need.”

Generation Rescue was Karma Foundation’s most recent charity beneficiary at its annual marquee event, Kandyland. Karma announced its formal sponsorship of Generation Rescue on July 16, 2012 at a private check presentation hosted by Barry & Rosanna Shy, Karma members. The event was attended by Karma members who personally donated to the charity, as well as Generation Rescue president, Jenny McCarthy and executive director Candace McDonald. Jenny visited and took pictures with each attending Karma member, voicing her appreciation and excitement of the new partnership.

Jenny McCarthy, Generation Rescue president, said: “It’s so great to find a sponsor like the Karma Foundation, where its members truly care about the people served by the nonprofits they support!”

In line with Karma Foundation’s fundamental goals and values, the relationship was started after Karma voluntarily sponsored 10 autistic children to participate in Generation Rescue’s grant program, providing medical assistance and services of which their families could not afford. These families, similar to the Karma membership selection process, were selected from across the country and several more families are still being chosen.

In addition to subsidizing the costs for medical services, Karma Foundation with the help of Generation Rescue, will track the treatment and progress of each of these families. Unlike other charity support entities, Karma Foundation not only raises funds, it prides itself on developing and nurturing long-term relationships with each nonprofit, charity, and organization it supports.

Marvin Epstein, Karma Foundation’s executive vice president of business development and philanthropy, said: “Our ongoing commitment to each charity we support, in addition to donations, is what we refer to as our ’philanthropy legacy‘ strategy. We believe our strategy demonstrates a genuine and critical component to insure the long term success of these organizations.”

Candace McDonald, Executive Director of Generation Rescue said: “We are grateful to the Karma Foundation and its members for making a commitment to support our grant program to help provide treatment for families affected by autism. We appreciate not only their generous donations that they have made, but also the lasting partnership we have begun to build together. Their ongoing unique support strategy establishes an exciting initiative to help more families and create further awareness and growth for Generation Rescue.”

Generation Rescue currently helps more than 25,000 families affected by autism by providing education support and medical assistance. With mentors in 38 countries around the world, its services include a toll-free hotline, medical grants, parent mentors and conferences to educate and assist these families.

Bob Hellman, a Karma member, started generating fundraising momentum by making a $5,000 personal donation. “I am excited to be thought of as the ringleader of this member fundraising, but I am just glad to be part of it and very pleased that many of my fellow members joined in this effort”.

This type of member support and leadership through Karma Foundation is making an important and lasting impact on so many deserving organizations. Karma Foundation’s philanthropy legacy strategy and partnership with Generation Rescue will benefit those in need today, as well as set the bar for future Karma members to continue to help many generations to follow.

You can read more about Karma Foundation and its sponsorship of Generation Rescue on its website at, www.thekarmafoundation.com. To learn more about Generation Rescue you can read more at, www.generationrescue.org.

 

About Karma Foundation

Karma Foundation is a Beverly Hills, CA based exclusive lifestyle membership organization that provides its Members and Member guests with remarkable upscale lifestyle experiences that enrich their lives, expand their networks and benefit noble causes. Karma uses its global infrastructure of VIP Hosts to provide Members with the ultimate access for hospitality, nightlife, gaming, entertainment and luxury lifestyle amenities and services anytime anywhere.  Karma is based on four main principles Networking, Philanthropy, Revelry & Access.  More information about Karma Foundation can be found at www.TheKarmaFoundation.com.

About Generation Rescue

Every year, Generation Rescue helps more than 25,000 families affected by autism by providing education support and medical assistance, directly improving children’s qualify of life. With mentors in 38 countries around the world, services include a toll-free hotline, medical grants, parent mentors and conferences. It is dedicated to the recovery of children with autism spectrum disorders by providing guidance and support for medical treatment to directly improve the child’s quality of life for all families in need. www.generationrescue.org

 

Kandyland: Creating something different to make a difference

Sunday, July 1st, 2012

Kandyland: Creating something different to make a difference

Here at the Karma Foundation, we find it interesting and beneficial to reflect on our events after the hype of planning and execution has subsided, as well as considering the thoughts and opinions of those who attended. This year’s Kandyland, the first outside of the Playboy Mansion, was incredibly successful, and we are proud of the event we produced, especially considering the initial $25,000+ raised for the beneficiary, Generation Rescue.

As we have described ourselves in the past, the Karma Foundation does not run charity events – we run events that benefit charities. These events are designed to excite, garner a worldwide appeal, generate awareness, and create an exclusive environment, all to benefit a worthy cause or charity.

This year’s Kandyland was everything the Karma Foundation and our guests hoped it would be: socially responsible, yet lavish and sensational; charitable, yet themed and dynamic. And Kandyland is just one of the wide variety of events we host – we also host more modest events, including networking cocktail mixers, mansion socials, yachting socials, dinner parties and more. Kandyland may have its critics but it’s important that our critics understand that the event sits on one end of the spectrum: a rare and unique opportunity for creative, successful men and women from around the world to be whatever they want to be – dress up, feel sexy, be over-the-top – in a protected, safe, environment. And to know that all that fun is for a good cause.

The Karma Foundation’s goal, as with all of our events, is to create a unique, fun atmosphere that instills a lasting impression for our guests, regardless of age or gender (two of our executive’s mothers have attended numerous Kandy Events). If our events, whether it’s a Kandy Event or a Karma Foundation event, encourage people to donate time and funds to a worthy organization when they otherwise wouldn’t, we’ve accomplished our goal.

To lend your thoughts on our most recent event, Kandyland 2012, or any other Kandy Event, please send us your comments, post on our Facebook wall, or tweet at @KandyEvents .

Karma pays it forward to Generation Rescue

Wednesday, June 6th, 2012

The Karma Foundation paying it forward for Generation Rescue

Earlier this week Karma Foundation was asked to write a piece for Generation Rescue about how philanthropy and giving back to the community is an integral part of our daily operations and overall, long-term goals. As we mention in the article, each Karma Foundation event proves to be a night of world-class entertainment and excitement, but the real aim has always been to benefit worthy charities and embrace philanthropy. With each event, we hope to bring attention to, and create lasting relationships with, organizations in need of help and support. Our marquee event of the year, the 7th annual Kandyland to be held on June 23, 2012, will benefit Jenny McCarthy’s Generation Rescue. Supporting more than 25,000 autism-affected families each year with education and medical assistance.

Although the Kandyland event is still a couple of weeks away, some of Karma Foundation’s members have already stepped up to answer the call of philanthropy. Bob Hellman, for example, Karma’s 2011 Member of the Year, has made a promise to contribute $100 to Generation Rescue for each fellow Karma member who attends Kandyland. He has also sold his L.A. Kings Stanley Cup Finals tickets, donating the proceeds to this worthy organization. Bob embodies just what our members are all about—supporting causes with an authentic desire to change lives and improve the world around us. As Bob says, “One of the greatest things about Karma is our collective attitude to drive change.” Bob’s actions have encouraged other members, such as Brian Weber and The V Foundation board member Michael Hemmerich, to make similar matching contributions to Generation Rescue.

At the Karma Foundation, we are privileged to have successful and passionate entrepreneurs as members who strive for a ‘will do’ instead of ‘try to’ attitude. Our events genuinely succeed at bringing together a committed group of high-caliber people to continue a life of leadership and benefit noble causes through meaningful experiences.

Join us on our mission as we continue to spread the tremendous message of philanthropy by attending the 7th annual Kandyland. For more information about the event or to get your tickets, visit www.karmakandyland.com. Be sure to act quickly, as tickets will sell out. Come experience a night of ultimate entertainment and luxury, and catch the philanthropy bug to benefit Generation Rescue.

Le Belvedere: stunning mansion of Kandyland 2012

Monday, June 4th, 2012

Le Belvedere: The stunning mansion of Kandyland VII 2012

In creating the seventh annual Kandyland, here at the Karma Foundation, we wanted to throw in a few surprises while staying true to our mission – bringing together influential executives and entrepreneurs with luxury events and experiences, while creating a pay-it-forward twist. In order to create the ultimate indulgence and make a lasting impression with the first Kandyland outside the Playboy Mansion, we knew we had to find a venue of unparalleled luxury. After a long search, Kandyland VII will be held at Le Belvedere, an opulent mansion in Beverly Hills.

In 2009, Le Belvedere was listed on the market for $85 million, making it one of the most expensive estates in the world and topping the charts in the United States real estate market. Built originally by Mohamed Hadid, a real estate developer who is known for his creation of posh homes, the estate has no shortage of amenities. Le Belvedere and its’ 2.2 acre grounds include, among many other luxuries, a swan pond, rose gardens, an infinity pool, limousine garages, an outdoor kitchen, and a 5,000 bottle wine cellar. And for one night only, rooms including the Grand Ballroom, the Moroccan VIP Room, the Turkish Bath and the Venetian Theater will be Kandy themed and decorated.

Imagine, for one unforgettable night, rubbing elbows in the 48,000 square foot palace with hundreds of beautiful guests, favorite celebrities, and jetsetters who make Kandyland a must-attend event and a rousing success each and every year. Visit www.karmakandyland.com to order tickets and view photos of the stunning Le Belvedere Mansion.

Karma to the rescue!

Monday, June 4th, 2012

Generation Rescue: A perfect partner for the Karma Foundation

While every Karma Foundation event that we create is guaranteed to be a night of world-class entertainment and style, it is equally important that it fulfills our true mission as a foundation: to fund-raise and increase awareness for a worthy cause. The beneficiary of this year’s Kandyland, to be held at a private Beverly Hills mansion on June 23rd, is just that. Jenny McCarthy’s Generation Rescue is an organization dedicated to helping children with autism spectrum disorders and their families. Providing services for more than 25,000 children each year, Generation Rescue embodies the amazing work and progress that Karma Foundation strives to support.

Generation Rescue was founded in 2005 by Lisa and J.B. Handley, whose son, Jamison, had been diagnosed with autism the previous year. Through an extensive search for care and answers for Jamison, the Handley’s discovered numerous other families who shared the same struggle. They created Generation Rescue, designed to foster a community in which these families could come together.

Jenny McCarthy’s son, Evan, was diagnosed with autism the same year Generation Rescue was founded. After an extensive search for answers, Jenny came across Generation Rescue and found it to be her touchstone. Thanks to stories and suggestions from other families, she was able to use this invaluable community to move forward with Evan’s recovery. In 2008, Jenny became the president of Generation Rescue with the intent of furthering its mission even more. Today, Generation Rescue is known worldwide for its dedication to autistic children and its support and guidance of their families.

Kandyland will be an unforgettable night and the Karma Foundation is honored to be able to support such a deserving charity. To get your tickets to Kandyland, visit www.karmakandyland.com and use Invite Code KF1184 or to learn how you can donate time or money, visit www.generationrescue.org.

 

Karma’s 7th annual Kandyland event

Friday, May 25th, 2012

Karma’s 7th annual Kandyland event

At the Karma Foundation, while creating luxury events and experiences is a very important part of what we do, we also make sure that our events support and benefit charities that are truly making a difference in the world. And our upcoming Kandyland event will be no exception. On June 23, 2012, we will be hosting our biggest event of the year, the 7th Annual Kandyland, benefiting the noble organization, Generation Rescue.

Generation Rescue, Jenny McCarthy’s charity to raise awareness and education for autism, has helped thousands of families and children worldwide who struggle with autism. Everyone here at the Karma Foundation is excited to be working with and supporting such a worth-while cause. Kandyland will be a night for the ages.

For the first time, Kandyland will be held at a posh mansion in Beverly Hills, California, recently priced at nearly $85 million, making it one of the most expensive estates in the world. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with numerous celebrities and indulge in decadence in any one of the ballrooms, VIP Rooms, or on the estate grounds. There will be themed performers, tours of the mansion, a celebrity gifting suite, and a headlining act by one of the world’s top DJs, Avicii, who will be creating a dance vibe until the early morning hours with his melodic and contagious house music.

As always, Karma will be taking over the entire Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and partying the whole weekend, including a Pre-Party on Friday, June 22, and a Pool party on Sunday, June 24. For more information about the event, visit www.karmakandyland.com, but act quickly because tickets will sell out. Come see and experience an incredible night of luxury for a worthwhile cause!

Earth Day 2012: STAR EcoStation

Thursday, April 19th, 2012

Earth Day 2012: Get STAR-struck at STAR EcoStation

If you had to choose one place to spend the 42nd Earth Day, wouldn’t you pick an award-winning, non-profit, environmental, education and exotic wildlife rescue center?   Here at the Karma Foundation we did just that. So this Sunday, as we celebrate another Earth Day and the importance of taking care of the environment, you’ll find a number of our Karma Foundation members and friends gathering at the world-renowned STAR Eco Station, in Culver City.  The event, which has been penned by the L.A. Times as “The Best Earth Day Pick”, is also the largest Earth Day event of its type in California – last year it was attended by more 40,000 people who enjoyed the music, arts, crafts, celebrity guest appearances and the overall feel-good vibe.

Earth Day presents the perfect opportunity for us to bring together three of our favorite things: (1) a great non-profit, dedicated to an important cause (2) an occasion to assemble talented, caring and philanthropic individuals, and (3) the opportunity to show that “Karma Cares” with an up-close-and-personal private Karma tour of the STAR Eco Station and STAR Education facility.

The STAR EcoStation works tirelessly to provide an important service that benefits animals, the environment, and the Los Angeles community.  We at Karma Foundation are proud to be part of Earth Day and to have a partnership with such an auspicious institution that is dedicated to preservation and education.

We will be taking part in STAR EcoStation’s ‘Plant a Million Seeds of Joy’, a very hands-on campaign to plant a million of California’s indigenous flowers – in fact, we are setting up our very own Karma Garden at the STAR EcoStation!

Finally, this year for Earth Day, we will be announcing and presenting an award to the Karma Foundation’s ‘Star of the Year’.   We’ll be sure to post our updates, photos and thoughts on the day.  Remember you can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

If you are a Karma Member and keen to join in the fun this Sunday, email us at RSVP@TheKarmaFoundation.com.  Tickets are based on a minimum donation to STAR of $50 per person, or $100 for a family pass.  All proceeds go to STAR and the maintenance of the Karma Garden.

Not a Karma Foundation member but want to find out more about how we mix business, pleasure, and philanthropy?  Review our website to learn more about our membership opportunities, exclusive benefits, and the great things our members our saying about us.  If you are a fit for membership, we invite you to Apply for Membership.

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