Biggest Celebrity Philanthropists and Humanitarians

Published on 04/11/2018
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Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio focuses on environmental causes. He started the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation to help protect nature and wildlife around the globe, and has helped raise millions for ocean and forest conservation. He also helped with Haiti relief efforts and has produced movies including The 11th Hour to educate others about environmental issues. He is also a U.N. Messenger of Peace.

Leonardo-DiCaprio

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Elton John

Elton John has many close friends who died from HIV/AIDs throughout his lifetime. He established the Elton John Aids Foundation in 1992 to try to eradicate the disease. The Foundation has raised over $125 million and helped in over 55 countries around the world. Elton also personally donated $43 million dollars in 2004 to different charitable organizations. Great work, Elton!

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