We are often fascinated by celebrities because of their presence on the screen or stage, but for these celebs their work isn’t done when the performance ends. Not only does their “day job” impact our lives, but they also strive to make a difference with considerable donations to charities that benefit society as a whole. While, many celebrities use charity work as a PR stunt other public figures have devoted a huge portion of their lives to giving back and have done so consistently throughout their careers. Here is a list of celebrities that continue to give back and help restore our faith in humanity.
Elton John
Elton John is one of the biggest (if not the biggest) contributor towards AIDS research. He founded the Elton John AIDS Foundation in the 80’s. His passion for this project came after witnessing many close friends fall victim to this disease. He has made crucial donations over the years to over 50 charity organizations. Some of the other causes he consistently supports are disaster relief, homelessness and hunger, civil rights, cancer, bullying, and gay/lesbian equality.
Branjelina
For philanthropic work, these two are the epitome of a power couple; news headlines of the beautiful couple fighting the world’s ugly conditions are an almost daily occurrence. They have been a loud voice for refugees all over the world and are frequently working with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The have also formed the Jolie-Pitt Foundation to fight poverty, wildlife conservation, protection of natural resources, and general humanitarian causes. And of course, who can forget the 3 children they have adopted.
Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen DeGeneres’ has done charity work for many different causes from disaster relief, civil/human rights, bullying, to breast cancer. She works very closely with the Susan G. Komen foundation and promotes breast cancer awareness very heavily on her show during the month of October. She is one of the biggest advocates of animal rights and passionately fights against animal abuse. She is known to do charity work with organizations like The Humane Society of United States, Big Life Foundation, the Halo Pet Foundation, and Farm Sanctuary and encourages all animal lovers to donate for the cause.
