Celebrities can be viewed as the elitist, attention-seeking, and most importantly confident of the top, but when it comes to the charities they support, a whole different side comes to the surface. People tend to follow their every move, buy the same clothes and wear the same shoes, but what about supporting the same charities?

These influential celebrities taught us that it’s not about what you have, it’s about what you do with it, and boy are they feeling generous.

This article profiles some of the most not-for-profit figures who can also be considered covert social workers.

Ian Somerhalder

The Vampire Diaries actor isn’t like the show’s nonchalant character. In real life, Ian Somerhalder is as passionate about charity work as he is about acting. Established in 2010, the Ian Somerhalder Foundation aims to educate individuals to protect and care for the environment and animals. Ian was very influential in the cleanup after the Deepwater Horizon oil drilling disaster that same year.

It’s no secret that Ian is a huge animal lover, and the Strut Your Mutt campaign is just another example of his social commitment. Somerhalder is also actively involved in supporting the It Gets Better Project, which helps prevent suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth.

Angelina Jolie

Angelia Jolie is most likely one of the most synonyms when it comes to supporting causes and empowering communities. She was one of the first celebrities to adopt a child and it became a huge trend. Jolie’s actions have not gone unnoticed and she is the Goodwill Ambassador for UNHCR, helping UNICEF, Doctors Without Borders, Children in Need of Defense, the ONE Campaign and the Afghanistan Relief Organization. The reach of Jolie’s influence is endless and as if her support wasn’t enough, she also co-founded the Jolie Pitt Foundation with longtime friend Brad Pitt.

Scarlett Johannson

Sultry Scarlett Johannson isn’t just known for kicking like she did on ‘The Avengers,’ but she’s also a firm supporter of charities. Scarlett brings her time and money to the United States.

Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan Tatum

This celebrity duo is probably one of the best. Combine this with great dance moves and a giving attitude and you have a very influential power couple. Jenna and Channing played a big part in raising millions of dollars for the Rainforest Foundation at the benefit concert at Carnegie Hall in New York. The couple performed a perfectly choreographed step-up style routine on stage at the Songs of the Silver Screen charity event.

Bono

The lead singer of Ireland’s most popular bands is definitely a big name in the world of charity. Bono from the band U2 is very committed to raising awareness and fighting poverty and hunger. The rocker supports charities like ONE Campaign, Amnesty Internation, UNICEF and RED.

Taylor Swift

Though Taylor Swift has some issues with her love life, one constant that differs from her singing is her love of charities and change. Last year, Taylor was recognized as the Most Charitable Celebrity of 2012 by the DoSomething.org website. This comes after the Country Music Hall of Fame received a generous $4 million donation. Taylor Swift is also the youngest individual to ever receive the Robert F. Kennedy Ripple of Hope Award.

Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber is a huge “Belieber,” he and makes a great example of celebrity involvement in charity. Pencils of Promise is a campaign that, like its Believe charity drive, is attracting a lot of attention. The charity raises money from album sales as well as fans, which he donates to the seven charities he supports. These charities include City of Hope, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Boys & Girls Club of America, Musicians on Demand, GRAMMY Foundation, Project Medishare for Haiti and Pencils of Promise. The beaver sure knows how to include everyone with his ^17th and 18thBirthdays he asked his fans to support by donating money to his charity Charity Water as a birthday gift. It doesn’t stop here. Justin will also donate $1 for every ticket sold to Hurricane Sandy Relief. Justin Bieber’s humble attitude and firm belief in change show that one person can really make a difference.