Millie Bobby Brown, known for her role as Eleven in Stranger Things, has used her fame and platform to advocate for various causes, particularly those related to children’s rights and mental health. Her acts of kindness and generosity range from formal philanthropic work to personal, compassionate gestures.
Small Acts of Kindness and Generosity:
Millie encourages her followers to engage in random acts of kindness, such as sending supportive messages or sharing empowering content, to combat negativity both online and offline.
When a fan named Aaron was left heartbroken after none of his friends showed up to his Stranger Things-themed birthday party, his sister posted about it on Twitter. Brown saw the post and responded publicly, telling Aaron he was “awesome” and inviting herself to his party the following year. The compassionate message helped lift the boy’s spirits and drew media attention to the issue of bullying.
A video surfaced of Brown and her fiancé, Jake Bongiovi, spending over an hour trying to help a homeless man find a place to stay in New York City. They were persistent in their efforts, taking him to shelters and hotels, demonstrating a direct and personal act of compassion.
A video has circulated online showing Brown learning and using sign language to greet and communicate with a fan on the red carpet, demonstrating her willingness to make a genuine and thoughtful connection.
Animal Rescue and Care: Millie owns 62 pets, including a pregnant donkey and a previously blind dog named Rigby, who has shown significant improvement under her care. She humorously refers to herself as a “doula” for her animals, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Large Acts of Kindness and Generosity:
In 2018, at the age of 14, Brown was appointed as UNICEF’s youngest-ever Goodwill Ambassador. She uses her global platform to raise awareness about children’s rights and issues such as violence, bullying, poverty, and lack of education. In this role, she has:
Visited UNICEF’s global supply headquarters to help pack emergency supplies for vulnerable children.
Spoken at the United Nations headquarters, delivering messages about children’s rights and advocating for a world where “periods don’t hold us back.”
Participated in virtual events to address issues like cyberbullying and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children.
Fundraising for the Olivia Hope Foundation: Brown is an honorary member of the board for the Olivia Hope Foundation, a childhood cancer charity. She helped raise $40,000 for the foundation by auctioning off a limited number of tickets for a private lunch with her. She became involved with the charity after befriending a fan who was battling cancer.
Supporting the Vanderpump Dog Foundation: She has shown her support for animal welfare by working with The Vanderpump Dog Foundation, which is dedicated to creating a better world for dogs.
Working with Louis Vuitton for fundraising: Brown has supported UNICEF’s corporate partnership with Louis Vuitton and their #MAKEAPROMISE campaign, which raises funds for education.
