Continuing to lend a helping hand during the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-records-five-new-covid-19-cases-today-total-now-shoots-up-to-735-288845">coronavirus pandemic</a>, singer Rihanna donated protective equipment to New York state's overloaded hospitals.

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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo took to Twitter on Friday, thanking Rihanna and her foundation on behalf of the state for providing the supplies that are desperately needed for medical professionals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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"I want to thank @rihanna and the Rihanna Foundation for donating Personal Protective Equipment to New York State. We're so appreciative of your help and that of so many others who have stepped up," Gov. Cuomo wrote.

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The singer's Clara Lionel Foundation recently made headlines for its charitable efforts as the organization donated $5 million for coronavirus relief.

Continuing to lend a helping hand during the coronavirus pandemic, singer Rihanna donated protective equipment to New York state's overloaded hospitals. Also read: Actor Mark Blum dies at 69 due to COVID-19 complications New York Governor Andrew Cuomo took to Twitter on Friday, thanking Rihanna and her foundation on behalf of the state for providing the supplies that are desperately needed for medical professionals.

Continuing to lend a helping hand during the coronavirus pandemic, singer Rihanna donated protective equipment to New York state's overloaded hospitals. Also read: Actor Mark Blum dies at 69 due to COVID-19 complications New York Governor Andrew Cuomo took to Twitter on Friday, thanking Rihanna and her foundation on behalf of the state for providing the supplies that are desperately needed for medical professionals. In pics: Initiatives taken by global icons to combat coronavirus pandemic I want to thank @rihanna and the Rihanna Foundation for donating Personal Protective Equipment to New York State. We're so appreciative of your help and that of so many others who have stepped up. 5/5 — Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 26, 2020 × "I want to thank @rihanna and the Rihanna Foundation for donating Personal Protective Equipment to New York State. We're so appreciative of your help and that of so many others who have stepped up," Gov. Cuomo wrote. Also read: Netflix' South Korean drama 'My Secret, Terrius' predicted coronavirus pandemic in 2018 The singer's Clara Lionel Foundation recently made headlines for its charitable efforts as the organization donated $5 million for coronavirus relief.

Rihanna donates safety gear to New York hospitals amid coronavirus pandemic

Rihanna joined the growing list of celebrities trying to help fight <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coronavirus-pandemic-death-toll-soars-to-1566-in-iran-total-infections-exceed-20000-287762">coronavirus pandemic</a>.

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Her nonprofit organisation -- Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF) -- has donated $5 million to aid coronavirus prevention, preparation and response efforts in the United States and across the globe.

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The pop star's initiative, which was founded in 2012 in honour of her grandparents, will be supporting Direct Relief, Partners In Health, Feeding America, the International Rescue Committee, World Health Organisation`s COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund as they continue to battle the pandemic in the US, the Caribbean and Africa, as per the news agency.

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On Saturday, Justine Lucas, Executive Director of the Clara Lionel Foundation, said in a statement: "Never has it been more important or urgent to protect and prepare marginalised and underserved communities-those who will be hit hardest by this pandemic." 
 
The CLF provided funds will go toward local food banks serving the elderly and other at-risk communities in the US, protective equipment for healthcare and lab workers, establishing (and maintaining) ICUs, distributing respiratory supplies, testing, care and support for native communities and countries such as Haiti and Malawi, and more.

Rihanna joined the growing list of celebrities trying to help fight coronavirus pandemic. In pics: Initiatives taken by global icons to combat coronavirus pandemic Her nonprofit organisation -- Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF) -- has donated $5 million to aid coronavirus prevention, preparation and response efforts in the United States and across the globe.

Rihanna joined the growing list of celebrities trying to help fight coronavirus pandemic. In pics: Initiatives taken by global icons to combat coronavirus pandemic Her nonprofit organisation -- Clara Lionel Foundation (CLF) -- has donated $5 million to aid coronavirus prevention, preparation and response efforts in the United States and across the globe. In pics: 8 new web shows, films to watch as you quarantine at home The pop star's initiative, which was founded in 2012 in honour of her grandparents, will be supporting Direct Relief, Partners In Health, Feeding America, the International Rescue Committee, World Health Organisation`s COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund as they continue to battle the pandemic in the US, the Caribbean and Africa, as per the news agency. In pics: Indian films to stream while you're stuck at home On Saturday, Justine Lucas, Executive Director of the Clara Lionel Foundation, said in a statement: "Never has it been more important or urgent to protect and prepare marginalised and underserved communities-those who will be hit hardest by this pandemic." The CLF provided funds will go toward local food banks serving the elderly and other at-risk communities in the US, protective equipment for healthcare and lab workers, establishing (and maintaining) ICUs, distributing respiratory supplies, testing, care and support for native communities and countries such as Haiti and Malawi, and more.

Rihanna's foundation donates $5 million to coronavirus relief efforts

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Rihanna donates safety gear to New York hospitals amid coronavirus pandemic

Rihanna's foundation donates $5 million to coronavirus relief efforts