In EWs column Act With Me, stars share their personal stories about giving back.
WHY I TOOK ACTIONCancer touched Kordei at a young age.
When she was only 5, her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Credit: American Cancer Society
It was really, really tough seeing her go through that, Kordei recalls.
Though her mom is a healthy survivor now, the 21-year-old feels a responsibility to use her pop-star platform.
Its my opportunity and my duty, she says.
It didnt feel like a hospital.
They really created such a special place for the patients it feels like home.
Kordeis current involvement as an ambassador includes hospital visits.
