David and Victoria Beckham are donating £1million to provide emergency aid to people, particularly children, in Ukraine.
Ex-soccer star David Beckham (46) and his wife, designer Victoria Beckham (47), have pledged one million pounds (about 1.2 million euros) from their own pockets as emergency aid for the people of Ukraine. citing unspecified sources close to the couple. “David and Victoria […] wanted to do everything in their power to help UNICEF [Kinderhilfswerk der Vereinten Nationen, Red.] with their work on the ground in Ukraine,” the source is quoted as saying.
Accordingly, the donation goes to a special charity initiative as part of the “7 Funds”, which Beckham founded in 2015 for the children’s charity. The emergency relief project is an additional commitment to projects Beckham is already funding. These projects, which have been running for years, aim to support children around the world, especially girls.
David Beckham has been the United Nations Goodwill Ambassador for 17 years, raising millions each year to support UNICEF and its work for children around the world.
David Beckham is looking for more donors
Meanwhile, David Beckham is looking for like-minded people who also want to donate. his appeal: “Today, on International Women’s Day, my ‘7 Fund’ is launching an appeal for UNICEF to provide emergency relief for the well-being of children, including medical supplies and safe spaces for families. Please join me to help to support the vital work on the ground and give what you can. Thank you,” he writes.
In a video that he posted about it, he once again appealed to his followers personally in clear words: “Like you, I have followed the development of the situation in Ukraine with horror and disbelief. Mothers are forced to flee with their children . Families are being torn apart. Children have been taken out of their beds and made into refugees overnight,” says David Beckham, describing the current situation.
“While my family was safe, I felt the helplessness we all share when confronted with scenes of desperation,” Beckham said, adding, “Victoria and I have made a donation on behalf of our family to help get the campaign started. We would be very grateful if you could join us.”
Source: Stern
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