April 30th 2024.
Abel Tesfaye, also known as "The Weeknd," has once again shown his philanthropic spirit by following up his previous donation of $2.5 million to provide humanitarian aid in Gaza with an additional $2 million. This time, his donation will go towards providing 18 million loaves of bread to help families in the war-torn area. This generous act, made through his XO Humanitarian Fund, is expected to feed over 157,000 Palestinians for the next month, according to Variety.
The singer's latest pledge was coordinated with the United Nations World Food Programme and will result in the distribution of 1,500 metric tons of fortified wheat flour to families in Gaza. This is not the first time Abel has shown his support for Palestine, as he previously made a donation of $2.5 million in December 2023, which provided food parcels to feed 173,000 Palestinians for two weeks.
Corinne Fleischer, Director for the Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Europe Region at the WFP, expressed her gratitude for Abel's contribution, stating that his support will provide much-needed relief for thousands of Palestinian families who are struggling with hunger on a daily basis.
But this is not the only cause that Abel has shown his support for. In fact, he has made numerous pledges to various charities and movements. In January, he donated millions to Los Angeles' School on Wheels, which supports tutoring, a bus program, and technology for homeless students. He has also donated to organizations focused on Ethiopia, Lebanon, COVID-19 relief, and more.
Barron Segar, president and CEO of World Food Program USA, also expressed his gratitude for Abel's continuous support in the face of the hunger crisis in Gaza. He stressed that hunger is a problem that can be solved and that there is enough food in the world to feed everyone. All that is needed is adequate funding and safe access to make it happen.
It is clear that Abel's generosity knows no bounds, and his actions have not gone unnoticed. Even the black voters in Georgia have voiced their appreciation for his efforts, especially in light of Biden's stance on Gaza. Abel's humanitarian spirit serves as an inspiration to many, and his contributions will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
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