King Charles’ personal gesture towards a humanitarian cause came to light just days before his annual Christmas broadcast.
Her Majesty recently made a “personal donation” to World Jewish Relief, the charity confirmed on December 22, noting that the contribution came at a critical time when the war in Ukraine continues to devastate lives. The donation was revealed ahead of the King’s Christmas speech, which was recorded this year at the Lady Chapel of Westminster Abbey in London.
“We are proud to share that World Jewish Relief has received a donation from His Majesty the King and the King Charles III Charitable Fund to support our humanitarian work in Ukraine,” read a statement from the organization. “Thank you, Your Majesty, for supporting Ukraine and World Jewish Relief.”
World Jewish Relief, which supports those affected by the conflict in Ukraine as well as refugees who have resettled in Britain, has provided aid to more than 375,000 people in almost 400 towns and cities in Ukraine since the Russian invasion began in February 2022.
Their work includes mental health support, help rebuilding livelihoods, and repairs to homes damaged by missile and drone attacks. In the UK, the charity has also helped more than 14,000 Ukrainian refugees learn English and find employment.
The King has had a long-standing relationship with World Jewish Relief, dating back more than two decades. He became a patron of the charity in 2015 after years of involvement, including visits to Jewish communities in Poland and supporting the rebuilding of Jewish life in Krakow.
