The New York Governor appreciates the Barbadian songstress' act of kindness to aid the fight against the coronavirus by donating personal protective equipment to the state.
- Mar 27, 2020
AceShowbiz - Rihanna has continued to support coronavirus relief efforts amid the global pandemic. Days after the "Umbrella" hitmaker announced her pledge to donate $5 million through Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF), New York Governor Andrew Cuomo revealed that she has provided the state with much-needed medical supplies.
Taking to his Twitter account on Thursday, March 26, the 62-year-old politician expressed his gratitude to the "Diamonds" singer for her act of kindness. "I want to thank @rihanna and the Rihanna Foundation for donating Personal Protective Equipment to New York State," he tweeted. "We're so appreciative of your help and that of so many others who have stepped up."
Rihanna was not the only high profile celebrity providing aid to the State which has been deemed as the epicenter of COVID-19 outbreak with 30,000 confirmed cases. According to the Governor's official website, "Live with Kelly and Ryan" co-host Kelly Ripa and her actor husband Mark Consuelos have donated $1 million.
Thanking all the donors, Cuomo said in a statement, "The generosity of these companies, organizations and individuals - and many others coming forward every day to offer support - will play a critical role in our mission to bolster our hospital surge capacity, support frontline workers and get people the help they need."
"New York is fighting a war against this virus and we need all the help we can get," the father of three further stated. "On behalf of the family of New York, I am deeply grateful for their generosity. We will get through this difficult time together, with the kindness, strength and tenacity that New York is known for."
Rihanna herself has previously donated $5 million to various organizations. "We've responded to COVID-19 by distributing $5 million to @PIH @DirectRelief @FeedingAmerica @rescueorg @WHO & #Barbados to prepare communities w/ (with) critical protective gear, medical supplies, equipment and access to food across multiple regions. #CLF #HealthcareHeroes," a statement from CLF read.
