'Law and Order' Star 'Gives Up Her Birthday' for Kids

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By Darragh Worland | Wednesday, July 14, 2010 11:44 AM ET

While many celebrities hide their age, Stephanie March is publicly embracing her birthday as an opportunity to support children around the world in real need.

On July 23rd, television, film and Broadway star Stephanie March will turn 36 and instead of gifts, she's asking friends, family and fans to donate money to World of Children.

In a piece published on Huffington Post this week, March encourages others to give to the children's advocacy organization, saying:

"In a world of gift bags and star treatment there is not one more thing I need or want. I am the luckiest girl in the world and I would like to celebrate the good fortune I have in growing another year older by giving back."

World of Children scans the globe for people who are working hard to improve childrens' lives and provides funding and recognition to expand their impact. March is their celebrity ambassador. Her fundraising effort is part of World of Children's "Give Up Your Birthday" campaign. Anyone can sign up to create their own "Birthday Page" where they can send friends and family to make donations to World of Children in lieu of buying gifts.

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