THE WEEKND

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In 2021, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye became a World Food Programme Goodwill Ambassador. Since then, he has helped send millions of meals to people on the brink of famine in Gaza and Ethiopia. Join The Weeknd by donating to the XO Humanitarian Fund today.

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In partnership with the World Food Programme, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye launched the XO Humanitarian Fund to support the hungriest people around the world. To date, Tesfaye, his partners and fans have raised $6.5 million for the Fund. Tesfaye has directed $4.5 million toward WFP’s emergency response in Gaza and $2 million to support WFP’s emergency food assistance for women and children in Ethiopia.

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What's Happening in Gaza and Ethiopia?

The Weeknd launched the XO Humanitarian Fund to help stave off hunger and famine around the world. Learn about some of world’s worst hunger crises and why The Weeknd is using his voice to speak out on global hunger.

Hunger and malnutrition are on the rise in Ethiopia as ongoing conflict, regional instability, displacement, drought and economic shocks leave millions without sufficient nutritious food, WFP warned today.
WFP trucks have started crossing into Gaza after the ceasefire came into effect. We are ready to scale up to reach over 1 million people.
WFP trucks cross into Gaza WFP/Photo Library/2025
WFP welcomes the agreed ceasefire announced January 15. But a ceasefire is only the start – not the end – of what’s needed to reach hungry families in Gaza.
Family in Gaza WFP/Ali Jadallah

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