More and more celebrities both in entertainment and in the sports arena are taking their fame and fortune to those who need it. Charitable organizations need attention and media coverage. Celebrities are now using their celebrity status to attract attention to charitable organizations that need media coverage. Also, celebrities are also bringing in their cash by the millions to these organizations. Below are some celebrities that have contributed most in recent years.
Oprah Winfrey is known to all as one of the richest people in entertainment. With this, she is also one of the most charitable among them all. In recent years, she has given more than $57 million to charity. Some of her receivers were her own charity called Oprah’s Angel Network, which provides education, advocacy and healthcare for children and women in different parts of the world. She was also reported to have given to The Giving Back Fund.
World renowned singer Barbra Streisand was also reported to have given around $11 million. Several of the charities she gives to raise awareness and solve problems. Many of the charities involved are those dealing with civil rights, AIDS research, women’s issues and environmental causes.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, known for their famous adoption of multiracial kids, are also some of the most charitable people in the entertainment industry. They donated around $8.4 million for several causes such as the historic reconstruction of New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina stuck the nation. They also gave to different refugee aid organizations and groups that promote cross-cultural understanding.
In the field of sports, athletes Lance Armstrong, Michael Jordan, and Eric Lindros all gave $5 million to charities of their choice. There are many other celebrities that are notably charitable, and it is great to know that those with resources are willing to give of what they have to make this world a better place to live in.