Duane donates a portion of the proceeds from “Ready to Live” iTunes download sales
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Duane McLaughlin actor/philanthropist has put his mind; body and soul to the max into partnering up with the New York Police & Fire Widow’s & Children Benefit Fund with his upcoming album release “Ready To Live” on 9-10-11. Being a New Yorker all his life, while attending the Professional Children’s School, he witnessed the tragedy of 9/11 hit while seeing the heroes at work, putting their lives on the line and seeing some of those lives lost. From that point on he knew what he had to do.
“I named this record ready to live because I wanted people to know that no matter what obstacle might have come in your way or hardship you might have dealt with, that life is not over. You can have a second chance at happiness. You can have a second chance at love.” Said McLaughlin. “My passion lies in helping others. Help is what brought me to this point, and help is what will see me through. The New York City Police & Fire Widow’s & Children’s Benefit Fund relates not only to my album, but to my mission and my purpose. I believe that my partnership with this foundation brightens the beacon of hope and enhances the call for help. One day changed the lives of millions for a lifetime; there is still much work to be done.”
The New York Police and Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund – founded in 1985 by Daniel J. Rusty Staub, is a volunteer based not for profit dedicated to helping the families of fallen New York Firefighters, Police Officers, EMS and Port Authority Police killed in the line of duty. For the past 26 years the benefit has maintained minimal overhead, with 95 cents of every dollar donated going directly to the families of fallen New York Police and Firefighters. “The proceeds of Duane McLaughlin’s song and video package on iTunes “Ready to Live” is a creative way to support our benefit while encouraging others to do the same” said Linda Giammona, Director of Development. “Few have the courage that is required to be a police officer or firefighter, but many can say “thank you” by joining Duane McLaughlin and supporting the Answerthecall.org campaign.” Ms. Giammona added, “We are thrilled to have his time and talent dedicated to help build awareness for our cause.”
Duane McLaughlin has starred in As The World Turns and has made guest appearances on televised programs Fringe, Law and Order: Criminal Intent, Third Watch and White Collar. McLaughlin’s work in film includes All Falls Down, The Architect, Black & White, Chelsea Walls, The Emperor’s Club, Finding Buck Henry, and Oscar nominated Far From Heaven, Proud, Rivers Wash Over Me and The Runaway. “I believe that “Ready To Live” will help the families of the New York City Police & Fire Widow’s & Children’s Benefit Fund by enforcing the message of love, peace, self-worth and happiness, found within each one of my motivational and inspirational songs. This album “will” lift your spirit. For it has been a true gift in my life and I am grateful to have this opportunity and this platform in which to share it” says McLaughlin. When in need of answers, people will be able to download his music of inspiration and hope. A portion of the proceeds will help support the foundation. The music is a spiritual guide to help everyone, along with financially supporting the foundation. You can download “Ready To Live” at www.DuaneMclaughlin.com,












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