Are You A Sexpat Or Do You Ride The Backwards Morality Train?

[Social Media]

 

Taylor Swift has once again demonstrated her commitment to philanthropy by making a substantial donation to support relief efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The pop superstar contributed $5 million to Feeding America, a national food bank organization, as the southeastern United States continues to grapple with the devastating aftermath of the storms.

 

The donation is aimed at providing immediate aid to communities affected by the hurricanes, which have left widespread damage and disrupted the lives of countless individuals. Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America, expressed the organization's deep gratitude for Swift’s generosity. "We're incredibly grateful to Taylor Swift for her generous $5 million donation to Hurricanes Helene and Milton relief efforts," she said in a statement shared on Instagram. "This contribution will help communities rebuild and recover, providing essential food, clean water, and supplies to people affected by these devastating storms. Together, we can make a real impact in supporting families as they navigate the challenges ahead."

 

Babineaux-Fontenot emphasized the importance of Swift’s contribution in addressing the immediate needs of those affected and highlighted the singer’s long-standing dedication to making a difference. "Thank you, Taylor, for standing with us in the movement to end hunger and for helping communities in need," she added.

 

Taylor Swift, who hails from Pennsylvania and is now 34 years old, is well-known not only for her music but also for her charitable work. This recent donation is part of a broader pattern of giving that has seen her support numerous causes over the years. Previously, she made significant donations to a Tennessee tornado relief fund and a food bank in Kansas City, showcasing her commitment to helping communities in times of crisis.

 

Swift’s latest act of generosity reinforces her reputation as a celebrity who uses her platform to drive positive change, offering both financial support and hope to those in need.

 

Based on a report from USA Today 2024-10-12

 

 

 

[neeray]

Salute to Taylor Swift. I've never listened to a single one of her songs but am fully aware of her success and her generous contributions to those who are less fortunate.

[wombat]

Tax deduction 

[spidermike007]

I don't follow contemporary pop culture and I don't listen to her music, so I cannot be considered a fan, however I think a generous and charitable spirit on the part of a very wealthy and successful person like Swift is wonderful and should always be applauded and appreciated. I know many devotees of the fake master will try demonstrate fealty to him by politicizing this, but the reality is it's a kind-hearted thing to do and her heart seems to be in the right place. 

Edited 22 hours ago by spidermike007

[Tug]

What an absolutely decent thing to do wonderful Taylor not only are you decent you are also showing just why decent people look up to you kudos !!well done!!

[Snackbar]

Tax break

[herfiehandbag]

1 hour ago, wombat said:

Tax deduction 

 

27 minutes ago, Snackbar said:

Tax break

Cynical so and so!

[Bkk Brian]

1 hour ago, wombat said:

Tax deduction 

nah..........

 

A Timeline of Taylor Swift’s Generosity
The musician has a long history of donating her earnings.

https://www.billboard.com/lists/taylor-swifts-charity-donations-gifts-timeline/october-2011-she-donates-70000-in-books-to-her-hometown-library/

[Kwaibill]

5 hours ago, Social Media said:

 

Taylor Swift has once again demonstrated her commitment to philanthropy by making a substantial donation to support relief efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The pop superstar contributed $5 million to Feeding America, a national food bank organization, as the southeastern United States continues to grapple with the devastating aftermath of the storms.

 

The donation is aimed at providing immediate aid to communities affected by the hurricanes, which have left widespread damage and disrupted the lives of countless individuals. Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America, expressed the organization's deep gratitude for Swift’s generosity. "We're incredibly grateful to Taylor Swift for her generous $5 million donation to Hurricanes Helene and Milton relief efforts," she said in a statement shared on Instagram. "This contribution will help communities rebuild and recover, providing essential food, clean water, and supplies to people affected by these devastating storms. Together, we can make a real impact in supporting families as they navigate the challenges ahead."

 

Babineaux-Fontenot emphasized the importance of Swift’s contribution in addressing the immediate needs of those affected and highlighted the singer’s long-standing dedication to making a difference. "Thank you, Taylor, for standing with us in the movement to end hunger and for helping communities in need," she added.

 

 

Taylor Swift, who hails from Pennsylvania and is now 34 years old, is well-known not only for her music but also for her charitable work. This recent donation is part of a broader pattern of giving that has seen her support numerous causes over the years. Previously, she made significant donations to a Tennessee tornado relief fund and a food bank in Kansas City, showcasing her commitment to helping communities in times of crisis.

 

Swift’s latest act of generosity reinforces her reputation as a celebrity who uses her platform to drive positive change, offering both financial support and hope to those in need.

 

Based on a report from USA Today 2024-10-12

 

 

 

Versus e.g. Musk who is charging folks in the affected areas $400 for communications access according to some reports.

Yeah, I’ll be a 70 year old Swiftie based on her “good works”. Doesn’t hurt that she’s kinda cute, to boot. 🙂

[Cryingdick]

I donated over $10 million. It's just I never made it public and nobody has ever heard of me.

[tilaceer]

23 minutes ago, Cryingdick said:

I donated over $10 million. It's just I never made it public and nobody has ever heard of me.

Dunno 'bout that. You seem to seek a lot of attention on here with irrelevant posts such as this one.

[klauskunkel]

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Taylor Swift Donates $5 Million to Hurricane Relief Efforts

while Donald Trump donated a Big Mac.

Edited 16 hours ago by klauskunkel

[stevenl]

14 minutes ago, klauskunkel said:

while Donald Trump donated a Big Mac.

In his defense, she is a proven billionaire.

[Nick Carter icp]

24 minutes ago, klauskunkel said:

while Donald Trump donated a Big Mac.

 

    When I saw the headline of this thread, I wondered how long it would take before someone mentioned Donald Trump .

   Took 12 posts before the Don got name checked .

[Chomper Higgot]

Taylor Swift helps people in need and triggers the usual suspects to.

 

It’s known as a win win.

[candide]

2 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

    When I saw the headline of this thread, I wondered how long it would take before someone mentioned Donald Trump .

   Took 12 posts before the Don got name checked .

And it's not like Trump would have made a PR operation in N.C. Carolina, pretending to have concerns for the affected people... 😁

[Tug]

7 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

    When I saw the headline of this thread, I wondered how long it would take before someone mentioned Donald Trump .

   Took 12 posts before the Don got name checked .

I beg to differ it’s entirely germane to this thread as an example of how NOT to handle a disaster.taylor donates a considerable sum to help out whereas trump spreads lies in the hope of discrediting the people trying to help.in order to  fool the gullible into voting for him.

[Nick Carter icp]

3 minutes ago, Tug said:

I beg to differ it’s entirely germane to this thread as an example of how NOT to handle a disaster.taylor donates a considerable sum to help out whereas trump spreads lies in the hope of discrediting the people trying to help.in order to  fool the gullible into voting for him.

 

   Why not compare Taylor Swift to someone else , someone  other than Donald  Trump ?

[Fat is a type of crazy]

7 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

   Why not compare Taylor Swift to someone else , someone  other than Donald  Trump ?

Because it is relevant given the politics to date involving Taylor Swift and the candidates. 

[herfiehandbag]

That's enough to buy 91,000 bibles!

[rudi49jr]

7 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

    When I saw the headline of this thread, I wondered how long it would take before someone mentioned Donald Trump .

   Took 12 posts before the Don got name checked .

Well, the contrast between the two is rather striking, isn’t it? I mean, Taylor Swift donates 5 million, the Donald probably not a single dollar. But what would one expect from a tight fisted scrooge like Trump, who refused to pay his workers overtime.

Trump and his minions also spread all kinds of misinformation about the Biden administration making a mess of helping those who were affected by the storms, and FEMA money being used on immigrants instead of disaster relief.
I wonder why they (Trump and his minions) would intentionally stoke the fire of chaos? Any ideas?

Edited 8 hours ago by rudi49jr

[spidermike007]

9 hours ago, klauskunkel said:

while Donald Trump donated a Big Mac.

Trump doesn't know the meaning of charity and goodwill, and it's against the every fiber of his being to do anything to benefit humanity. He's all about tearing things down, not being of help. 

[stevenl]

24 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

He's all about tearing things down, not being of help. 

Disagree, he's only about tearing things down if that's beneficial to him.

[billd766]

16 hours ago, wombat said:

Tax deduction 

What did YOU donate for your tax deduction?

[billd766]

11 hours ago, klauskunkel said:

while Donald Trump donated a Big Mac.

And a cold half eaten Big Mac at that.

[candide]

2 hours ago, rudi49jr said:

Well, the contrast between the two is rather striking, isn’t it? I mean, Taylor Swift donates 5 million, the Donald probably not a single dollar. But what would one expect from a tight fisted scrooge like Trump, who refused to pay his workers overtime.

Trump and his minions also spread all kinds of misinformation about the Biden administration making a mess of helping those who were affected by the storms, and FEMA money being used on immigrants instead of disaster relief.
I wonder why they (Trump and his minions) would intentionally stoke the fire of chaos? Any ideas?

Actually, I 'm surprised Trump did not already find a way to scam people about the storm. 😀

[spidermike007]

6 hours ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

   Why not compare Taylor Swift to someone else , someone  other than Donald  Trump ?

Because the numskull has gone out of his way to make her an enemy, because he can't handle criticism, he's so soft, and so weak and so pathetically insecure, that if someone says one unkind things about him he completely unravels. That's why we're mentioning her, that's why we're comparing the two. 

[spidermike007]

6 hours ago, Tug said:

I beg to differ it’s entirely germane to this thread as an example of how NOT to handle a disaster.taylor donates a considerable sum to help out whereas trump spreads lies in the hope of discrediting the people trying to help.in order to  fool the gullible into voting for him.

Exactly, and my guess is that it never even occurred to the cheapskate to donate money to help people in need. To call him stingy would be an insult to the stingy people of the world. He's way, way past that.