Ariana Grande’s $5M giveaway, and other celebrity donations
Ariana Grande $5m for mental health
Pop star Ariana Grande teamed up with BetterHelp to give away an astounding $5 million in therapy. On social media, the singer acknowledged that “there are very real barriers when it comes to accessing mental health resources” and called her contribution “only one small gesture.”
Chris Hemsworth
The handsome actor from Australia of course rushed to help when support was needed in the fight against the Australian bushfires. He was very public with the issue, posting on social media and calling for help amongst his peers, fellow actors, and fans. He made a contribution of $1m to the cause and has funded organizations helping animals and promoting human rights.
Matthew McConaughey
The actor is the son of a substitute teacher, putting education very close to his heart. He gives grants to community schools in Central Texas and LA; inspires those who struggle with AIDS and cancer to keep fighting; and donates his earned cash to whole communities. He established the Just Keep Livin’ Foundation after playing an illness survivor in Dallas Buyer’s Club and raised an incredible $1,537,292.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
A cute couple who have seen those who need the most help and started there. They have most recently donated $1m to help those most affected by the COVID-19 crisis. The Deadpool star Reynolds said on his Instagram: “COVID-19 has brutally impacted older adults and low income families… Blake and I are donating $1 million to be split between Feeding America and Food Banks Canada. If you can give, these orgs need our help.”
Jamie Oliver
Britain’s best loved chef. In 2017, he was in the list of the top 10 most generous UK celebrities as, in that year alone, donated over $2m towards food education and work training. His efforts to try and change school meals forever will always be one of Jamie’s most worthwhile causes.
Neymar Jr
Named as one of the most influential people in the world by Time in 2017, Neymar Jr has done a fantastic job helping provide education and health services for children in the community of Praia Grand, São Paulo. He has so far raised £4,817,730 for Instituto Neymar Jr, his organisation that shares this footballer’s cash amongst those most in need from his home country.
Leonardo DiCaprio
One of the best actors of our time is also one of the most generous. He has supported many environmental organisations with a large focus on environmental protection and conservation. He joined those donating to the Australians, giving $3m for wildlife relief efforts and supported disaster relief around the world. In 2016 alone, he donated $15m.
