C4 names six finalists of £1m Diversity in Advertising Award 2018

Channel 4 have announced the six brands shortlisted to win £1 million of commercial airtime via the Diversity in Advertising Award, which this year focuses on the portrayal of women in advertising. The six shortlisted brands and agencies, chosen from more than 50 entries, are: Cadbury Milk Tray and Elvis Communications; eBay and 72 & Sunny Amsterdam; Flybe and McCANN Bristol; HSBC and Grey London; Jaguar and Spark44; and the Royal Air Force and Engine. The award aims to encourage the advertising industry to embrace inclusive campaigns, extending Channel 4’s…

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A Record $84 Million Raised for Charities through eBay in 2017

Today, eBay announced that together with its global community, the platform raised $84 million for charities in 2017, bringing the total funds raised to nearly $810 million since 2003. “With $84 million through eBay for Charity in 2017, we are demonstrating our commitment to supporting the thousands of charities who use our platform to connect and raise funds every day,” said Brenda Halkias, General Manager of eBay for Charity. “This year, we will continue to focus on leveraging our platform for good, and delivering new experience on behalf of the…

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eBay Partners with Feeding America® to Celebrate #GivingTuesday and Fight Hunger and Expands Gifts That Give Back Campaign

As part of its Giving Tuesday campaign, and ongoing commitment to make a meaningful difference through commerce, eBay has announced its fourth annual #GivingTuesday campaign, supporting Feeding America® in its fight to end hunger. eBay for Charity has teamed up with actress and recording artist Lea Michele – who designed an exclusive limited-edition pin – and other celebrities donating VIP experiences, all to benefit Feeding America and make it easy for shoppers to give back.   Beginning on #GivingTuesday (November 28) through December 8, shoppers can visit eBay.com/FeedingAmerica to uncover…

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New Clydesdale Bank notes auctioned to raise funds for hospice care

New £10 polymer bank notes from Clydesdale Bank will go under the virtual hammer to raise funds for hospice care this week. A limited number of the new £10 notes with collectible low serial numbers will be sold through auction site eBay from 9pm on Sunday 24th September, closing at 9pm on Sunday 1st October All proceeds from the auction will go to Hospice UK.  The first phase of the auction will feature 5 pristine notes numbered: 55, 66, 77, 88, and 99.   These highly collectible, low numbered notes,…

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