Team for Humanity

COVID-19 has pushed lakhs of Indian families into poverty and despair

The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic saw India experience loss of a scale and impact we were not prepared for. While the caseloads have come down and the scenario seems to be improving in terms of healthcare and access, the battle for survival is far from over.

Losing a loved one to the deadly virus is heart-rending in itself. But for many families, the loss of an important, able, working member has left them financially bereft. The stories of Aakash and Shabana (click for their stories) are one of many that will continue to haunt us in the aftermath of this brutal pandemic. Grieving families are at greater risk of falling further into poverty. 

It’s time for us to step up our efforts and help the ones who have been hit hardest.

It’s Humanity vs COVID

The only way ahead is to unite, collaborate and help each other rebuild. And that’s why the global sports community, athletes, teams and fans are joining hands to form Team for Humanity – a fundraiser to provide cash support to low-income families who have lost an earning member to COVID-19. 

Join Team for Humanity alongside global athletes and celebrities including Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Mary Kom, Sunil Chhetri, Lilly Singh, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and several others, who are coming together to help vulnerable families. We also have support from partners like Sony Music, Miss Malini, Hungama Music, Sportstar, Gulf Oil, CRED, RISE Worldwide, Titan, Facebook, and more.

As part of the initiative, these celebrities are pledging valuable memorabilia from their lives and careers for their fans to bid on, the proceeds from which will directly go to families that have been devastated by COVID-19.

Each bereaved family will receive one-time cash support of INR 30,000 (approx $400/family) to help with their living expense. Give India will initiate direct bank transfers to the beneficiaries through trusted NGO partners. 

Join Team for Humanity

Now, more than ever, humanity needs to rise up and help India combat the COVID-19 crisis and its impact on the most vulnerable of us. 

Here’s how you can be part of Team for Humanity :

1. Donate – No contribution is too small or too big! 
2. Support – Follow our social handles, and encourage us with a shout-out as we grow Team for Humanity, and help families rebuild.
3. Share – Tell your friends, colleagues, families, and neighbours about Team for Humanity, and inspire them to join this battle against COVID-19. 

Because for the first time ever, all of Humanity is playing as one team! Join us to make a difference.