In EWs column Act With Me, stars share their personal stories about giving back.
As a kid, there were times when her family faced this exact dilemma.
It was deciding between eating or being able to pay the light bill, she says.
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Her participation opened her eyes to how prevalent hunger in America is.
Meester also participated in Feeding Americas summer hunger campaign with husband Adam Brody at Para Los Ninos Charter School.
A lot of people dont realize its not that far away.
Its less than a step away to have that kind of challenge on a day-to-day basis.
Its really important to be able to know your child is eating.
Its such a human feeling thats why it struck a chord with me.
Most importantly, you might volunteer and serve just like Meester.
