According to Rolling Stone, the concert helped raise $7 billion in donation commitments. Organizers hoped to raise just $1 billion but surpassed that number thanks to pledges from groups like the World Bank and the South African government. The donations will be used to fight poverty across the Earth.
Beyoncé took to Instagram Tuesday to celebrate the organization’s massive achievement with a clip recapping her performance.
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“After settling in at home from a beautiful trip to South Africa and India, I am still in awe that 7.1 BILLION dollars [were] raised to aid Global Citizen in its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty,” the artist wrote. “I’d like to give my praise and respect to all the speakers, performers and volunteers who donated their time to contribute to making positive change.”
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