King Charles’ personal gesture in support of a humanitarian cause was revealed 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 as the war in Ukraine continues to devastate lives. The donation was revealed ahead of the king’s Christmas speech, recorded this year in the Lady Chapel at Westminster Abbey in London.
“We are proud to announce 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 people affected by the conflict in Ukraine as well as refugees resettled in Britain, has provided aid to more than 375,000 people in nearly 400 towns across Ukraine since the Russian invasion began in February 2022.
Its work includes mental health support, helping rebuild 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 a long-standing relationship with World Jewish Relief, dating back more than two decades. He became a patron of the association in 2015 after years of involvement, including visits to Jewish communities in Poland and support for the reconstruction of Jewish life in Krakow.
