Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie donate $1 Million
People who know me offline often assume that I must get really angry at some of the negative things people say about Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Sometimes I do get annoyed, but usually I just roll my eyes and laugh because it’s often so ridiculous. But do you know why I sometimes love the negative stories?
Because it makes me smile to know some people are just clawing around, looking for something nasty to say and meanwhile, Brad and Angelina help so many people who need it. Like when they donated $1 million via the Jolie-Pitt Foundation to the Education Partnership for Children of Conflict.
The EPCC was actually co-founded by Angelina last year - she has said that “these educational support programs for children of conflict are the best way to help them heal.”
Half the money will go to help the education and emotional support of children of military people over in Iraq, while the other half will help various groups that offer aid to Iraqi women and children.
It is Brad’s hope that they can encourage others to help as well through these different groups.
That’s why I don’t understand the people who criticize Brad and Angelina for the spotlight that shines on all their humanitarian efforts. Angelina herself said that cameras follow her anyway so let them follow her to places that need that spotlight. I don’t see how some people can’t realize that because of their fame, they draw attention to groups that would just be one more charity among thousands if it weren’t for the big names that attach to them.
But then again, the Jolie-Pitt fans have always understood, right?
Image used with permission: Newscom
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17 opinions for Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie donate $1 Million
Sasha
Jun 26, 2008 at 9:15 am
SO RIGHT. WE THE TRUE AND FAITHFUL BRAD AND ANGIE FANS HAVE AND WILL ALWAYS BELIEVE.
LOVE THE JOLIE/PITT FAMILY.
CANT WAIT FOR WANTED TOMORROW AND THE NEW ARRIVALS.
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Jun 26, 2008 at 9:42 am
http://justjared.buzznet.com/2008/06/26/angelina-jolie-still-pregnant/
Char
Jun 26, 2008 at 10:07 am
That’s why they are Hollywood’s Super Couple.Does anyone ever here about Jen giving to any charities,or have I missed something?
midva
Jun 26, 2008 at 10:42 am
they are such a wonderful couple. hope they’ll keep up the good work. jps forever. LOVE THEM
Sherry
Jun 26, 2008 at 10:47 am
Char - Yes, Jen does indeed give to charities that are close to her heart. But really, I’d appreciate it if we can keep her out of this conversation. I don’t care for having Jen stomped on. She’s not relevant to this topic and although this is a Brad and Angelina fan site, it’s not a “crucify the ex” site either.
Thanks for understanding. :)
mélodie
Jun 26, 2008 at 11:12 am
randi has great interview of brad and angie on her site. in these videos you can see how brad and ange feel comfortable with children.
love them so much
mélodie
Jun 26, 2008 at 11:17 am
the “new ” pics of angie and the girls made me feel really bad! i’m so sad that these kind of pics could be taken!!!! it’s scandalous!!!!!!!
mélodie
Jun 26, 2008 at 11:24 am
oups, i forgot the link of the interview i previous spoke about: sorry http://www.bradpittwatch.com/the-best-brad-pitt-interview-youll-ever-see/
Jhoey27
Jun 26, 2008 at 1:38 pm
Those people who choose to say negative things about Brad and Angie are those who simply don’t have anything productive to do in their lives as well as being ignorant. The root of all this negativity is envy that all the attention is towards this couple specially now that she is soon having twins which will bring monetary offers from magazines, which the couple would give to charity anyways, but it wouldn’t matter because they will say that the twins are being used for financial purposes. We can’t win, they will say what they want to say, so just let them, it won’t hurt anyone anyways, let them suffer in envy.
Emilia
Jun 26, 2008 at 3:37 pm
Have you seen the new pics of Angie from Intouch Mag?
ligaya
Jun 26, 2008 at 4:14 pm
I agree, Melodie. Those are among the best interviews of the JPs ever. I can’t remember which thread or by whom - someone posted those videos here soon after the Santa Barbara Film Festival. It’s nice to see them again & give those who haven’t seen them a chance.
Mary Ann
Jun 26, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Jhoey27, very nicely stated. I agree one hundred percent with everything you said. Melodie, thanks for stearing us to those interviews. I know they are old but I had never seen them before. I love this couple.
ligaya
Jun 26, 2008 at 4:33 pm
Our wonderful couple - a slideshow by German newspaper/magazine (?). Notice that the kids’ faces are pixillated for their protection;1 caption is kind of iffy.
http://www.welt.de/english-news/article2149594/Angelina_Jolie_and_Brad_Pitt_are_donating_1_million_to_help_children_in_Iraq.html
isacutie
Jun 26, 2008 at 5:23 pm
This is just another example of why these two should be commended. Sadly, there are likely going to be people who will still find a way to twist things negatively and say they are doing all this for publicity and for self-promotion. Well, yes, in part it is for publicity (as both of them have acknowledged in the past that if they can’t get away from the paps and media, then they might as well bring them to shed light on where it is most needed), but not self-promotion (they don’t need to anyway). Anyway, I do hope that others will also find it in their heart to give, no matter how small. Small things put together lead to much bigger things. :) Hello, JP fans. I hope you all have a good weekend.
angela
Jun 26, 2008 at 8:39 pm
they’re just kind hearted by nature. i love them!
Rach
Jun 26, 2008 at 10:50 pm
Jennifer Anistons name should not be mentioned on this site. She has nothing to do with Brad and Angelina anymore. It’s been so long i wish people would just associating them with each other. Anyway, this is why i love and adore this family so much. I’ve never seen any celebrities as nice and generous as these two. They radiate joy, happiness and love. I hope their names and deeds will be remembered and cherished forever. I know they will always be in my thoughts.
timi
Jun 29, 2008 at 9:36 pm
they’re not just charitable people, they are humanitarians. i hope more people will be inspired by their goodness. i know i am..
:)
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