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George Harrison's Foundation Donates £573,221 to Charity in 2024
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What Happened?
George Harrison's Material World Foundation spent £573,221 on charitable causes in 2024. This funding stems from his 1973 decision to donate royalties from his album.
Key points
- The Material World Foundation was established in 1973 by George Harrison.
- The foundation spent £573,221 on public health, education, and environmental projects in 2024.
- Harrison donated all royalties from his album Living in the Material World to the foundation.
- The foundation supports various charities, including Médecins Sans Frontières and NSPCC.
- Harrison's widow, Olivia Harrison, is part of the board of trustees managing the foundation.
Key insights
- The foundation's funding model ensures ongoing support for various charitable causes.
- Harrison's music continues to generate income that benefits humanitarian projects.
- The trustees' commitment to low administrative costs maximizes the impact of donations.
Why it matters
The foundation's ongoing charitable work continues Harrison's legacy of supporting global humanitarian efforts.
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George Harrison· PersonMaterial World Foundation· OrganizationMédecins Sans Frontières· OrganizationNSPCC· OrganizationLiving in the Material World· Product
Source
Times of India
