Socially conscious celebrities often use their energy and influence to support important causes. But lending a hand is not just about star status. There are plenty of organizations that could use your help. Get inspired. Get involved. Play a part.
Environmental Media Association
The Effort: To mobilize the entertainment industry to build awareness and inspire action on a range of environmental issues
Ema-online.org
On Nov. 7, E! presented the 17th Annual Environmental Media Association Awards, which honored entertainment-industry luminaries who have demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental issues. Hosted by The Soup's funnyman Joel McHale, the night celebrated honorees Trudie Styler, Sienna Miller, Incubus, Kevin Wall and Al Gore. For more on the EMA Awards, click here.
Clothes Off Our Back
The Effort: To raise money for children's charities via celebrity fashion auction
clothesoffourback.org
HIV and AIDS Awareness
The Effort: To raise awareness and work toward the prevention of this global epidemic
amfar.org
World AIDS Day
The Effort: To raise awareness and support for those living with AIDS and HIV
worldaidsday.org
Our Time to Vote
The Effort: To increase voting in diverse communities served by the cable industry
What do you think about peace, civil rights, human rights, freedom of speech, the environment or any number of critical issues facing us today? Whatever your stance, the best way to speak your mind is through your vote. Of course, you first have to be registered. Comcast has launched a yearlong, nonpartisan voter education and registration campaign, and celebs like Ana Ortiz, George Lopez and more are lending a hand. For help and resources, visit ourtimetovote.com.
Pancreatic Cancer
Action Network
The Effort: To focus national attention on the need to find a cure for pancreatic cancer
pancan.org
