DiCaprio donates $1m to Haiti Relief Fund
January 22nd, 2010 - 5:08 pm ICT by ANIWashington, Jan 22 (ANI): ‘Titanic’ star Leonardo DiCaprio has donated 1 million dollars to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund to help with the earthquake relief.
The Leonardo DiCaprio Fund will disburse the money to support near-term assistance and long-term recovery efforts after the devastating earthquake.
“I salute Leonardo DiCaprio for his extraordinary generosity,” People magazine quoted former President George W. Bush as saying in a statement.
“This donation sends a clear message to the people of Haiti that America’s commitment to helping rebuild their country is strong.
“I thank Leo for setting a wonderful example for all Americans of helping a neighbour in need,” he added. (ANI)
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