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These days you’re hard press to find a celebrity who isn’t backing one cause or another. But is that really a bad thing? We don’t think so. And for those artists who actually put their money where their mouths are, we applaud you, especially when it comes to our youth.

• The Ricky Martin Foundation Founded in Puerto Rico, the goal of the Ricky Martin Foundation is to promote the well being of children around the globe by backing specific programs designed to eradicate child trafficking and enhance children’s rights. Get involved at rickymartinfoundation.org.
• The Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund Shawn Carter, a.k.a. Jay Z, began his Scholarship Fund as a way to give those students, who, by traditional standards, are not eligible to receive a college scholarship, a means to do so. This also includes GED students and those formerly imprisoned. Get more info at scartersf.org.
• The Milagro Foundation Along with his wife, Deborah, Carlos Santana established the Milagro Foundation almost ten years ago which provides grants to organizations who promote subjects such as health, the arts, and education for young children. Become part of the miracle at milagrofoundatin.org.
• Fundación Pies Descalzos In 1995, Shakira created the Foundation in hopes of calling attention to and aiding Colombian children who are victims of violence, providing assistance by way of health, education, and a total support system. Learn more at fundacionpiesdescalzos.com.
• The Kanye West Foundation The mission of Kanye’s Foundation is to help eliminate students dropping out of high school by creating art programs designed to elevate students’ perception of themselves in a positive environment. Help the cause at kanyewestfoundation.org.