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Title: "'Twilight' Stars Use Their Newfound Fame For Good Causes"

Publication: MTV.com
Date of Publication: 
08/17/2009

Twilight' Stars Use Their Newfound Fame For Good Causes

Ashley Greene, Kellan Lutz and other castmembers tell us how they're giving back.

By Larry Carroll

As their fame has soared, it's become easy to find some very negative news stories about the "Twilight" actors. But as true Twilighters know, one thing that separates their favorite stars from so many other franchises hasn't changed: their eagerness to give back.

You can learn a lot about the "Twilight" stars through what charities they support and how hard they've worked to help out their fellow man. Read on for a few of the most notable philanthropists and how you can join them in making the world beyond Forks a better place.

Ashley Greene for Do Something

Following in the footsteps of stars like Kristen Bell and Rachel Bilson, Ashley recently announced that she'll be partnering with DoSomething.org to once again prove that she's every bit as kind to those around her as Alice Cullen. "Giving back is very important to me — it's why I originally got involved with DonateMyDress.org, and it's what attracted me to Do Something," Ashley told us about the launch of a to-be-determined social-action campaign with the site, which encourages people to help those around them in ways both big and small. "I am eager to use my voice to encourage young people to donate their time and support the causes they care about."

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