King Charles’ personal gesture towards a humanitarian cause has come to light just days before his annual Christmas broadcast.
His Majesty recently made a “personal donation” to World Jewish Relief, confirming the charity on December 22, noting that the contribution arrived at a critical time as the war in Ukraine continues to destroy lives. The donation was revealed ahead of the King’s Christmas speech, which was recorded this year in 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,” a statement from the organization read. “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 resettled in the UK, has provided assistance to more than 375,000 people in almost 400 cities in Ukraine since Russia’s invasion began in February 2022.
Its work includes mental health support, helping to rebuild livelihoods and repairs to homes damaged by missile and drone strikes. In the UK, the charity has also helped more than 14,000 Ukrainian refugees learn English and find work.
The King has had a long-standing relationship with World Jewish Relief, dating back over two decades. He became the charity’s patron in 2015 after many years of involvement, including visiting Jewish communities in Poland and supporting the rebuilding of Jewish life in Krakow.
