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local-news1 month ago•11 min saved

Madison nonprofit chief Michael Johnson dies at 50 amid community tribute

Michael Johnson, the president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County, died unexpectedly at age 50 in Madison. A longtime community leader who helped grow the organization and guided it through the COVID-19 pandemic (after a brief 2018 stint as CEO of United Way of Cincinnati), Johnson’s passing was announced by the club. Former Chief Education and People Officer Taylor Jackson will serve as interim president and CEO, while leaders and officials remember his advocacy for Dane County youth and plan to honor his legacy.

via Channel 3000|

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entertainment10 months ago•2 min saved

Nate Bargatze Defends Unplanned $250,000 Donation at Emmys

Nate Bargatze unexpectedly donated $250,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs during the Emmys, after a comedic bit involving a pledge and a speech-length game, which he initially didn't plan but felt compelled to follow through with, highlighting his generosity and the unintended impact of his humor.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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world10 months ago•2 min saved

Nate Bargatze's Emmys Performance Sparks Mixed Reactions and Donations

Nate Bargatze's humorous yet controversial Emmy bit involving donations to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America resulted in a significant increase in donations and public interest, despite mixed reactions from the entertainment community.

via AP News|

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entertainment10 months ago•7 min saved

Nate Bargatze's Emmy Night Highlights and Surprising Donations

Nate Bargatze's Emmy Awards charity bit, where he pledged $100,000 and deducted $1,000 for each second over 45 seconds of acceptance speeches to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs, was humorous but ultimately too lengthy and distracting, though it successfully raised significant funds for the charity. The stunt was well-intentioned, involving a large donation from CBS and Bargatze himself, and featured young club members on stage, but it also overshadowed some winners' moments and became monotonous over the three-hour show.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

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