Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate US$26 million to charities ahead of wedding

Pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce have made a significant philanthropic gesture, donating US$26 million to 20 charities this week. The announcement comes just ahead of their highly anticipated wedding, scheduled for Friday at Madison Square Garden. The substantial sum was distributed among various local and national organizations, with many chosen based on the couple's personal connections to their respective communities. Swift's publicist confirmed the broad distribution, though specific amounts to each charity were not disclosed. The selection of charities reflects the couple's roots, with nine organizations based in New York, including the Food Bank For NYC and City Harvest. Other beneficiaries include the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and the Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, where Kelce plays. National groups like Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and the ASPCA also received support. This large-scale donation echoes the couple's history of charitable giving, with Swift having previously supported food banks and Kelce being recognized for his own nonprofit work. Their relationship, which began in 2023, has captivated global attention, further amplifying the impact of their generosity.