Zap2it: ‘One Tree Hill’s Sophia Bush compiles benefit album for Gulf Oil Spill victims

After the catastrophic B.P. oil spill devastated the Gulf region last April, “One Tree Hill” star, passionate environmentalist, and all-around warrior for change Sophia Bush leaped into action.

Zap2it has spoken with her extensively about the time she spent in Grand Isle, Louisiana, examining the damage — not only to wildlife and to the earth, but also to the fishermen and their families who relied on the Gulf to survive. You can see some of her startling photographs and read the heartbreaking stories below.

Bush and her co-star and boyfriend Austin Nichols were inspired to help in any way they can. They recently run a half marathon to raise money for their cause, and they’ve given away prizes like iPads and signed DVD box sets to their fans and fellow movers and shakers who have donated.

Perhaps their greatest project, however, is “Gasoline Rainbows,” a compilation featuring music by some of their favorite artists. 100% of artist and label proceeds from “Gasoline Rainbows” will go to Global Green, the American arm of Green Cross International. Global Green will use the funds to aid the communities, people, and ecosystems impacted by the BP Oil Spill. They also allocate funds for environmental education and for their push for better regulation.

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