Politics & World
Charities supported by Jack Black, Kyle Gass and Tenacious D
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ActBlue
On Christmas 2020, Tenacious D guitarist Kyle Gass / The Kyle Gass Project released a charity single in order to support ActBlue, a nonprofit tech organization.
Represent.Us
In 2017, Jack Black and Ed Helms wrote and performed a funny song in order to support the campaign of Represent.Us, an anti-corruption organization.
Charity:Water
Jack Black supports charity:water, a nonprofit organization that focuses on providing drinking water to developing nations.
Auction for Terror Victims
In late 2015, Tenacious D made an online auction in order to raise money for the survivors and victims’ families affected by terrorist attacks in Paris.
United Service Organizations
In 2022, Jack Black along with other celebrities helped promote an annual fundraising campaign for the United Service Organizations (USO) focusing on the support of military service members who put their lives on the line for the country.
Auction for Crew Nation
In 2021, Kyle Gass and Jack Black participated in an auction with a customized Tenacious D cooler box. The proceeds directly went to Crew Nation, a global relief fund for live music crews struggling due to the pandemic.
America's Food Fund
During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Jack Black raised awareness for America's Food Fund – a fund launched by Leonardo DiCaprio and Laurene Powell Jobs in order to help ensure that all people have reliable access to food.
Nacho Libre for Texas Turnout
In June 2024, Jack Black hosted a special benefit screening of 'Nacho Libre' at the Philosophical Research Society in Los Angeles. All proceeds supported Texas Turnout, a non-partisan voting engagement and outreach program.
8 Can't Wait by Campaign Zero
In 2020, Jack Black raised awareness for "8 Can't Wait", a project by Campaign Zero. Its goal is to implement 8 crucial policies in as many states and cities as possible in order to reduce police violence and save lives.
The Purple Nurple Tour
In 2020, Tenacious D announced "The Purple Nurple Tour" for ten cities in the swing states, encouraging people to vote. Despite its cancelation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it still raised awareness of the importance of political engagement.
Back in Black for DemocraShe
Just recently, people could meet Jack Black at the "Back in Black" event in LA. The event raised over $37K to support DemocraShe, a nonprofit organization empowering young women in civic engagement and leadership.
