Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Drew throws a million dollar away

Nope, it’s not for her shopping spree or for some fancy possession; it’s for D-O-N-A-T-I-O-N!

That’s right. 33-year-old actress and Ambassador Against Hunger, Drew Barrymore is donating a whooping $1 million to the World Food Programme to help feed marginalized children in Africa. Now this is one great and noble news; probably better than hearing how the Philippine Peso is getting stronger.

Anyway, Drew, who’s blooming and inspired these days made the big announcement on Oprah Winfrey Show with her sweetheart, Justin Long watching with the audience (sweet!).

In the interview, Vogue’s latest cover girl has this to say:

“I have seen with my own eyes what a difference a simple cup of nutritious porridge can make in a child’s life,” Drew said. “It helps them learn, stay healthy and sets them on track for a bright future. I urge everyone — everywhere — to help WFP ‘Fill the Cup’ for hungry children, and make hunger history.”

Awww… Charlie’s charming angel sure has a soft heart for children. So I guess it’s not just Orlando Bloom who’s paying it forward, huh?! What Drew has here is one big leap in making change. Well let’s hope more and more of those A-listers do the same and help make this world a better place.


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