How much money is Madonna donating to the Italian earthquake victims?
After hearing about the 6.3 magnitude earthquake that struck Italy, Madonna made a “substantial donation” for the relief effort, her publicist said. Madonna responded so quickly because her paternal grandparents lived in Pacentro until 1919. “I am happy to lend a helping hand to the town that my ancestors are from,” Madonna told PEOPLE. “My heart goes out to the families that have lost loved ones or their homes,” Madonna added. While Madonna’s rep wouldn’t give the donation amount, a source says it’s about $500,000. http://www.popeater.com/music/article/madonna-donates-to-italian-earthquake/419439 According to the Associated Press, the 50-year-old singer pledged a “substantial amount” to the small mountain village of Pacentro where Madonna’s grandparents were born. The mayor of the small Italian town noted $500,000 as being the amount and said most of the donation will go to
According to the Associated Press, the 50-year-old singer pledged a “substantial amount” to the small mountain village of Pacentro where Madonna’s grandparents were born. The mayor of the small Italian town noted $500,000 as being the amount and said most of the donation will go to towns that were harder hit. In a statement, Madonna said, “I am happy to lend a helping hand to the town that my ancestors are from. My heart goes out to the families that have lost loved ones or their homes.” Sources: http://justjared.buzznet.
