What You’ll Do

Replicants and human flesh-beings rejoice! The Blade Runner series is back and Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford are inviting you and a guest to join them in experiencing a dystopian future in the present day. For the price of a movie ticket, you could fly to Budapest, take a tour of the set and watch a scene come to life. Afraid of spoilers? We can cover your ears for the latter. You’ll also get to sit down for a private lunch with Ryan himself, so make sure you come Hungary. (Sorry, we’ll see ourselves out.) Some moments are lost in time like tears in the rain; our cameras will make sure this isn’t one of them. Pictures, flights and hotel are all included.

Who You’ll Help

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So what becomes of Hollywood memorabilia when it’s no longer needed? Well, in the case of this specific item, it’s auctioned off for charity.

Thanks to the auction site IfOnly.com and more than 50 bidders, the jacket sold for a whopping $191,000. An impressive number considering bidding started at $15,000.

Proceeds from the sale of the jacket, which was signed by Ford, benefit the NYU Langone Medical Center and FACES (Finding a Cure for Epilepsy and Seizures), a non-profit organization close to the actor’s heart.

“I’ve been very impressed with the work NYU Langone and the FACES team have done in the field of epilepsy research,” Ford said in a statement.

“I hope this jacket will provide some means to further that exploration. This is a cause that’s near and dear to me, and unlike the cynical Han Solo, I’ve got a good feeling about this,” he added.

Ford recently revealed his 25-year-old daughter, Georgia, suffers from epilepsy. “When you have a loved one who suffers from this disease, it can be devastating,” Ford told Daily Mail.

“You know how it affects their lives, their future, their opportunities and you want desperately to find mitigation. You want to find a way that they can live a comfortable and effective life.”

The 73-year-old actor also spoke on the frustrations he faced when Georgia first started suffering from seizures as a child.

“A few years later she had another big one, this one on a beach in Malibu, where a Hollywood director found her, luckily,” he said of his daughter who he shares with his second wife, screenwriter Melissa Mathison. “I said to myself this is Los Angeles, we have some of the best doctors in the world, they must know what’s wrong with her. But nothing was diagnosed as epilepsy.”

Eventually Ford took Georgia to the NYU Medical Center where Dr. Orrin Devinsky diagnosed her with the brain disorder. Ford says Georgia hasn’t had a seizure in eight years.

“She is joining me to thank FACES. I admire a lot of things about her. I admire her perseverance, her talent, her strength. She’s my hero. I love her,” the actor said of his daughter.

If you want to benefit charities, check out our article on Star Wars: Force for Change!

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After staring intensely into the screen (SPOILER ALERT!) similar to his ending scene in “Star Wars: the Force Awakens,” Hamill revealed that Star Wars: Force for Change is raising even more money for four organizations during the month of April.

Force for Change started its initial campaign during promotions for the latest installment of the wildly popular film “The Force Awakens” and raised more than $10 million from its fan base.

Now, the charity is matching donations from fans for for organizations up to $1 million through the beginning of next month.

According to Lucasfilm, “This month-long campaign will lead up to ‘Star Wars Day’ on May the 4th. The four select charities include the U.S. Fund for UNICEF in support of UNICEF Kid Power, American Red Cross, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and Make-A-Wish.”

Fans can donate through CrowdRise.com/ForceForChange to not only benefit the four charities, but also enter for chances to win incentives and prizes that update each week.

Plus, all participants who donate enter to win an all-expense paid trip to Ireland to visit Skellig Michael along with Wild Atlantic Way. This is the exact spot where the final scene of “The Force Awakens” takes place.

“Fans will receive one entry to win for every $10 donated or fundraised. For the first week’s challenge (April 5 – April 11), the first 20 fans to raise or donate at least $500 will win a Blu-ray of The Force Awakens signed by the cast,” the Lucasfilm’s team added.

Check out more from Hamill and Kennedy below!

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Thanks to Omaze, two lucky fans will win tickets for themselves and three of their friends to walk the red carpet at the world premiere of Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens in Los Angeles, CA or London, England.

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Harrison Ford announced the contest by surprising eager fans through a video chat session with the Omaze team earlier this week.

In addition to the premiere, the winners receive plane tickets and stay in a 4-star hotel at the selected location.

“A year and a half ago, we launched a brand new initiative called Star Wars: Force for Change that aims to inspire all of us to make a positive difference in the world,” J.J. Abrams, director of Star Wars: The Force Awakens and founder of Bad Robot Productions told StarWars.com.

“If you were among those who originally donated, thank you. But if you missed out, here’s your chance to join us. My favorite part: instead of benefiting just one cause, this time each member of the cast has nominated a cause they’re passionate about.”

“The Star Wars community blew us away in the last campaign by donating more than $4.26 million for UNICEF Innovation Labs and programs,” said Ryan Cummins, Omaze co-founder and co-CEO. “Omaze is honored to give Star Wars fans another once-in-a-lifetime experience thanks to Lucasfilm, Disney, and Bad Robot.”

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Fans have until December 4 at 11:59 p.m. PST to enter.

“Want a chance to win a trip to the #StarWars: #TheForceAwakens red carpet premiere? Enter at https://t.co/VPd6YBYlNY https://t.co/00D5iBcqNA,” the film’s handle tweeted.

Fans earn 100 entries for the starting donation of $10. For higher donation amounts, fans receive more entries and prizes including a digital thank you card, exclusive t-shirts, a Han and Leia print poster and a Chewbacca collectible statue.

Omaze’s campaign supports 15 different charities, which were all nominated by members of the Stars Wars cast and crew. Check out the full list below:

Africa Cancer Foundation — working to promote the prevention of cancer and to provide holistic solutions for people affected by cancer in Africa. Nominated by Lupita Nyong’o.

Arts in the Armed Forces (AITAF) — bridging the cultural gap between the United States Armed Forces and the performing arts communities by bringing the best modern American theater to the military free of charge. Nominated by Adam Driver.

Barnardo’s UK — giving the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children the chance to reach their full potential regardless of the issues they’ve faced in their lives. Nominated by Andy Serkis.

Central London Samaritans — providing emotional support for vulnerable people to alleviate feelings of distress and despair. Nominated by Anthony Daniels.

Damilola Taylor Trust — providing inner-city youths with opportunities to play, learn and live their lives free of fear and violence. Nominated by John Boyega.

fStop Warrior Project — using digital photography to help wounded warriors successfully transition to the civilian world after medical retirement from the military. Nominated by Harrison Ford.

Feeding America – working to feed America’s hungry through a nationwide network of 200 food banks and engaging the U.S. in the fight to end hunger. Nominated by Mark Hamill.

Make-A-Wish — making wishes come true every day for children suffering from life­-threatening illnesses. Nominated by Peter Mayhew.

Malala Fund — empowering girls through education to achieve their potential and create change in their communities. Nominated by J.J. Abrams.

PACER Center — expanding opportunities for children and youth with all disabilities, including mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety. Nominated by Carrie Fisher.

Phab — creating opportunities for children and adults of all abilities to enjoy life together. Nominated by Daisy Ridley.

St. Francis Hospice, Raheny — providing specialist palliative care to patients living in north Dublin city and county. Nominated by Domhnall Gleeson.

The Circle — working to achieve its vision of equality for women and girls in a fairer world. Nominated by Gwendoline Christie.

UNICEF — ensuring all children get a healthy start in life and have opportunities to reach their full potential. Nominated by Kathleen Kennedy.

Union of Concerned Scientists — advancing science-based solutions for our planet’s most pressing problems—from combating global warming to developing sustainable ways to feed, power, and transport ourselves. Nominated by Oscar Isaac.

Check out the Stars Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens trailer below:

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