Beyoncé is known for being "Sasha Fierce", "A Diva" or one half of a multi-million dollar couple. What we hardly hear about are her charitable contributions . In the latest issue of SELF magazine, she's being honored for her charity work. She's werking that coral colored Herve Leger dress. She also talks about not being a perfectionist which may be contrary to what many may believe.
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On her charity work: "Pastor Rudy is still my pastor. I watched my parents get involved in [community charities] there, and that taught me how important it is to 'give 'til it hurts.' I saw how happy you could make people, whether just giving someone a hug, having a conversation or spending some time, and it became a part of me".
"I've always felt that you should give because it's what you can do to help. You don't do it to get praised. For a long time, being quiet about what I did was a conscious decision. "When you look around at all that's wrong in the world, the need to do something, no matter how big or how small, is clear."
Donating her entire salary: As told by Star Pulse, Beyoncé was quiet, for instance, about the fact that after she visited Phoenix House, a drug and alcohol treatment center, as part of her research for 2008's "Cadillac Records," she donated her entire salary from the film to the organization.
Her motivation: "Sisterhood means everything to me. All the charities I'm involved with are special, but I find any organization that focuses on women and children really motivating. GEMS and the young ladies the nonprofit helps are very close to my heart. And what I took away from the clients at Phoenix House changed my life. These were real people who touched me so much that I had to go beyond making a donation. They're gaining skills at the Cosmetology Center, which will help them earn a living and find their way out of substance abuse—it's a testament to the possibility of second chances."
Her proudest accomplishment: "Singing "At Last" for President Barack Obama on his inauguration night was a personal accomplishment for me, both as a performer and an American."
On her not being a perfectionist: "I promise I'm working on this, but I could be less messy at home and keep the clothes in my closet and off the floor!"
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