Taylor Swift Donates $5 Million to Support Hurricane Relief Efforts

Taylor Swift is the latest celebrity to step up with a donation to support relief efforts following Hurricane Helene and as Hurricane Milton hits Florida.

Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot announced that the organization received a generous $5 million donation from Swift. In a social media statement, Babineaux-Fontenot expressed gratitude to Swift and urged others to join in and contribute to the cause.

“This donation will support communities in their rebuilding and recovery efforts, offering essential food, clean water, and supplies to those affected by these devastating storms,” Babineaux-Fontenot wrote. “Together, we can make a meaningful impact by supporting families as they face the challenges ahead. Thank you, Taylor, for standing with us in the fight to end hunger and for helping communities in need.”

 

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Fans applauded the “Love Story” singer’s generosity, with one saying, “This is why we stand by her no matter what. She brings kindness and generosity into everything she does.” Another fan commented, “Whether you love her or not, she puts her money to good use and has a big heart.”

Country music stars have stepped up with substantial donations and plans to aid hurricane victims. Jason Aldean concluded his Highway Desperado Tour by donating $500,000 to assist those impacted by Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that severely affected the Carolinas and eastern Tennessee. He also presented a $6.5 million check to Samaritan’s Purse, raised through a GoFundMe campaign organized by Donald Trump.

Dolly Parton appeared in Newport, Tennessee, last week, where she announced a personal donation of $1 million and pledged an additional $1 million through her Dollywood Foundation.

Country stars Luke Combs and Eric Church are joining forces for a benefit concert called “Concert For Carolina,” scheduled for October 26. The event will feature performances by Billy Strings, Bailey Zimmerman, Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow, and James Taylor.

Morgan Wallen also contributed with a $500,000 donation to hurricane relief efforts. His Morgan Wallen Foundation plans to collaborate with the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee for a food drive. Wallen himself joined the effort on October 9, helping load a truck with essential items for the areas of East Tennessee affected by Hurricane Helene.