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Tongan Olympian Pita Taufatofua Raises Almost $500k For Tsunami Relief Efforts

Tongan Olympian Pita Taufatofua is using his platform to support his home country, after a recent volcanic eruption and tsunami devastated the region. The taekwondo athlete and cross-country skier who is currently training in Australia, has started a crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for relief efforts – and so far he’s raised almost $500,000. Advertisement…

Rihanna at a red carpet event. She wears a strapless, bright pink dress and matching lipstick.

Rihanna’s Foundation Commits $500,000 to Haiti Earthquake Relief

Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation has announced it’s committing half a million dollars to support relief efforts in Haiti. The country was hit by a 7.2 magnitude earthquake on Saturday, August 14th killing over 2,000 people and injuring 12,000 others. According to the United Nations, 53,000 buildings collapsed leaving many without shelter, food or basic necessities. (You…

Abby Wambach and Glennon Doyle Raise over $400k for Australian bushfire charities (Photo:@glennondoyle/Instagram)

Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach Raise Over $400k for “Lesser-Known” Bushfire Charities

Just when you think the outpouring of love for Australia couldn’t be any more wonderful, Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach bounce in with their positivity and compassion – and suddenly another $400,ooo is making it’s way to the people who need it most. The pair, known for their activism and philanthropy, recently announced their organisation…

Leonardo Dicaprio photo by US State Department (public domain)

Leonardo DiCaprio’s Earth Alliance Donates $4.3 Million to Australian Bushfire Relief

Above Photo: U.S. Department of State [Public domain] Leonardo DiCaprio is doing his bit to help those affected by the fires ripping through Australia. The Hollywood star’s environmental organisation Earth Alliance is donating $4.3 million (US$3  million) “to assist critical firefighting efforts in New South Wales, aid local communities most affected by the wildfires, enable wildlife…

Chris and Liam Hemsworth hug Celeste Barber at Make It Rain:Fund the Firies 2020 (Photo: @enkoala/Instagram)

Chris and Liam Hemsworth Give Celeste Barber the Hug We All Wish We Could Give Her

How does one say thanks to someone who’s raised close to $50 million for the New South Wales Fire Service? Easy. Stick her in a Hemsworth sandwich!   View this post on Instagram   @celestebarber: “Did someone order a Hemsworth sandwich” at #makeitrain202 in Byron Bay tonight A post shared by Javier Encalada (@enkoala) on Jan 9,…

Ellen DeGeneres creates GoFundMe page for Australian bushfire relief (Photo: Warner Brothers)

Ellen DeGeneres Creates Fund for Australian Bushfire Relief

Ellen DeGeneres has started a GoFundMe page to support relief efforts as fires continue to burn across Australia. Making the announcement on today’s episode of The Ellen Show, the talk-show host started by describing how much the country means to her: “I love Australia,” she told her audience. “I love Australia so much, I even married an…

Elton John pledges $1 million to bushfire relief

Sir Elton John Pledges $1 Million to Bushfire Relief

Sir Elton John says he’s “heartbroken” by the bushfires ripping through Australia and is pledging $1 million to support relief efforts. The music legend made the announcement during his concert in Sydney last night, describing the scenes as “apocalyptic.” “You should all be in awe of the work that the firefighters are doing,” he said to…

Chris Hemsworth, Elsa Pataky and Simon Baker take part in "Make It Rain" Fundraiser for Australian firefighters.

Chris Hemsworth, Simon Baker and More Take Part in “Make It Rain” Fundraiser for Firies

If you’ve ever dreamed about hanging out with Chris Hemsworth (umm who hasn’t?) this may be your chance! The Hollywood star is taking part in the “Make It Rain 2020” Fundraiser for the New South Wales Rural Fire Service along with fellow actor Simon Baker, tennis legend Pat Rafter and a number of other Aussie artists…

Kylie and Dannii Minogue

Kylie and Dannii Minogue Donate $500k to Bushfire Relief

Kylie and Dannii Minogue are the latest celebrities to announce their support for firefighters and bushfire victims. The famous sisters are donating $500,000 to various organisations including the Australian Red Cross, WIRES Wildlife and Rescue and the New South Wales Rural Fire Service. In a message posted to Insta, Kylie says, “returning home to such devastation throughout much of…

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban pledge $500k to bushfire relief efforts (Photo:@nicolekidman/Instagram)

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Pledge $500k to Bushfire Relief

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are the latest celebrities to pledge support for Australian firefighters. The superstar couple has announced they’re donating $500,000 to Rural Fire Services across the country. “Our family’s support, thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by the fires all over Australia,” Nicole writes in an Insta post.   View this post on…

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