Taylor Swift donates $1M each to American Heart Association, Feeding America
Pop star Taylor Swift made $1 million donations to both the American Heart Association and Feeding America ahead of Christmas, the organizations confirmed Tuesday.
The American Heart Association, in a press release, indicated that Swift had donated to its causes in honor of her father, who underwent bypass surgery earlier this year.
“Her commitment to supporting her father will make so many others aware of the need to take their own heart health seriously, strengthen prevention efforts, and improve controllable risk factors — ultimately helping more people live longer, healthier lives,” Nancy Brown, the CEO of the American Heart Association, was quoted as saying in the release.
Swift’s donation will go toward furthering the organization’s goal of funding ongoing research, expanding care and raising awareness for those at risk of heart disease and stroke.
But Swift’s generosity extended beyond the American Heart Association this year: The CEO of Feeding America, a nonprofit organization fighting hunger in the U.S., confirmed that Swift also donated $1 million to its cause.
“We are incredibly grateful for Taylor Swift’s $1 million gift to Feeding America,” reads a statement attributed to CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot on Instagram. “This holiday season, her continued support is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we unite to end hunger. When we join together alongside people facing hunger, we can make sure families have a full table this holiday season and beyond.”
Swift’s donation to Feeding America also comes amid ongoing concerns over food insecurity in the U.S., and after disruptions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
The American Heart Association and Feeding America also say there are several ways to donate or support the organizations through the holidays and beyond. Those looking to help can visit their official websites to learn more about donating or volunteering.
