Cause Celeb: Lea Michele celebrates Women of Worth

Emmy-nominated Glee actress Lea Michele celebrates the beauty of women making a difference with L'Oreal Paris.

What: L'Oreal Paris' Women of Worth Awards

Why: "It's a really great program that inspires and empowers women to be a force of change," Michele, an ambassador for the beauty brand, says of the program, which awarded 10 honorees this month at a special ceremony. "To take a moment to see the incredible work that they're doing is so important." A donation of $10,000 goes to each honoree's charity of choice, while one honoree designated the National Honoree receives an additional $25,000 for her charity. "So many women in the world are doing such incredible things.

How: Keep an eye out for a woman doing good in your community to nominate next year. And to learn more about volunteer opportunities in your area, visit pointsoflight.org