Justin Beiber ("the kid with the hair") sure is a media darling, and his name is everywhere these days. I was excited to hear that this young star is putting some of his fame to use--helping homeless animals! Some of you may have been devastated when he chopped his trademark locks, but would it help to know that they went to a good cause for our furry friends?
With the help of
Ellen Degeneres, Beiber's hair clippings fetched a cool $40,000 on Ebay, and the proceeds will benefit the California based charity
The Gentle Barn. This unique organization rescues farm animals from circumstances of neglect and abuse and shows them a better life. This 6- acre sanctuary is home to about 120 animals, from cows to emus to dogs. What makes this place extra special is that they work with these animals to then help people in need too. They partner with groups serving inner city youth, group homes, mental health care facilities, foster homes, and schools to teach children and adults "that even though we are all different on the outside, on the inside we are all the same and are deserving of the same rights, respects and freedom."
Sounds like a worthy cause to me. I guess this Beiber kid is not so bad. On the right is a
picture of Beiber, back when he was just a puppy, adopting his own puppy, Sam.
Now let's talk about the person who bought a teenage boy's hair online for $40,000....
This kid is something! Not many kids his age would give back the way he is! Kudos to Justin!
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