THE ALLIANCE OF SMALL ISLAND STATES (AOSIS) pledged to increase its renewable energy capacity among Small Island Developing States through 2030 up to 10 megawatts, taking strong actions toward a meaningful reduction of emissions. 

“Small Island States are disproportionately affected by the consequences of climate change. It is time that we, as Global Citizens, stand up and take strong actions to protect the planet. Therefore, the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) pledges at Global Citizen Live to almost double its renewable energy capacity until 2030. We call on all governments to follow suit and harness renewable energy capacities. Only together, we will be able to overcome the challenge of the century,” said Gaston Browne, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda and chairman of AOSIS. 

BELGIUM announced €6 million to CGIAR, a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security, and €10 million to Least Developed Country Fund. 

“Global Citizens have advocated for an equitable and sustainable recovery for the planet from the COVID-19 pandemic. Climate change and food security are two issues at the heart of this recovery. Therefore, Belgium appreciates the opportunity to join Global Citizen's campaign and to announce commitments for CGIAR and the Least Developed Country Fund. In these challenging times, Belgium is proud to demonstrate its solidarity and to take actions that support the most vulnerable,”  said Meryame Kitir, Minister of Development Cooperation and Major Cities Policy.

CROATIA pledged 200,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses primarily through COVAX at Global Citizen Live. During VAX LIVE in May, Croatia donated 50,000 doses towards COVAX.  Despite a small population, Croatia is making vaccine contributions to the world’s supply.

“We thank Global Citizen for its critical advocacy work to end extreme poverty by 2030 and overcome the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. We must act collectively to end this crisis. This is why Croatia pledges another 200,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to COVAX to extend the possibility of everyone to get vaccinated. This is our small contribution but it will make a puzzle complete,” said Prime Minister Andrej Plenković.

EUROPEAN COMMISSION announced €140 million toward CGIAR, a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security at Global Citizen Live. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security, improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural resources. The European Commission also pledged €25 million to Education Cannot Wait. 

“Global challenges need a global response and responsibility. This is Global Citizen’s vision, which I am proud to support. Europe is taking its responsibilities. Every single dose of coronavirus vaccine produced in Europe is shipped to the rest of the world, 800 million doses so far. In addition, the European Union will donate 500 million doses to the most vulnerable countries. It also commits €140 million to improve global food security and €25 million to Education Cannot Wait, to support education for marginalised children around the world living through conflict and crisis,” said Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.

FRANCE doubled their vaccine share pledge announcing that they would be sharing an additional 60 million doses on top of an already announced 60 million doses for a total of 120 million toward COVAX, to be delivered by the end of Q2, 2022. The country also announced they would release 20% of their SDRs. 

"To succeed in the fight against the pandemic and inequalities, France commits during Global Citizen Live to double the number of doses it shares in particular through COVAX, from 60 to 120 million doses, and to redirect 20% of the Special Drawing Rights it receives from the IMF to the African continent," said President Emmanuel Macron.

GERMANY pledged €50 million to Education Cannot Wait to foster educational activities in the most difficult circumstances at Global Citizen Live.  

“We all see the dramatic crises worldwide. Children and young people suffer the most from hunger, violence, and lack of education. Every child has a right to education. Thus, I am proud to announce today at Global Citizen Live that Germany will commit €50 million to Education Cannot Wait,” said Gerd Müller, Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Thanks to Globale Bildungskampagne and ONE Deutschland.

IRELAND confirmed — following a decision of its cabinet — that it will donate 1.3 million COVID-19 vaccine doses, primarily through COVAX. This is Ireland's first dose sharing commitment to date and represents 1 dose for every 5 Irish citizens. 

“When one of us is unwell, vulnerable, or at risk, we all are affected. That is why I am pleased to be part of the Global Citizen campaign and to confirm that Ireland will donate 1.3 million vaccines, mostly through COVAX and plans to make a further substantial donation in 2022. If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it’s that we are now more than ever before, deeply and intimately intertwined with each other. In that closeness there is great vulnerability, but even greater strength when we work as one global community,” said Mícheál Martin, Taoiseach. 

LUXEMBOURG announced a €3.8 million commitment to UNFPA Supplies at Global Citizen Live to support women’s and girl’s reproductive health. This is Luxembourg’s largest commitment on the Global Citizen’s stage.

“As Global Citizens around the world, Luxembourg believes that gender equality is decisive to achieve an equitable and sustainable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. We are proud to participate in Global Citizen Live and commit to an additional €3.8 million to UNFPA, as part of our total support of €25 million. This contribution will support women and girls around the world, in particular reproductive health and rights,” said Xavier Bettel, Prime Minister of Luxembourg.

NORWAY announced the Biodiversity for Opportunities, Livelihoods, and Development (BOLD) fund, committing US$58 million over 10 years. The project will help safeguard crop diversity in genebanks, and facilitate its use by breeders, smallholders and researchers to develop new crop varieties and more sustainable farming systems, with particular focus on communities in lower-income countries. This is an essential first step to secure a sufficient, healthy food supply for all. Norway also announced a major increase of  their climate investments. 

“Norway is very pleased to partner with Global Citizen to announce the new Norwegian Climate Investment Fund that will help developing countries to switch from coal to clean energy. We are also increasing our funding to help poor countries adapt to a changing climate," said Erna Solberg, Prime Minister of Norway. 

STATE OF AMAPÁ, BRAZIL announced four climate and environmental commitments at Global Citizen Live. The state pledged to consolidate collective participation in the management of protected areas, to reach 0% fossil fuel energy sources in public structures and isolated areas by 2050, transform 100,000 hectares of productive areas from agroforestry systems to a low-carbon production model, and support traditional populations and families in humid areas and urban spaces to minimize the effects of climate change. 

“We appreciate that Global Citizen’s advocacy and Global Citizen Live call for more attention to environmental protection in the Amazon. These actions are decisive to tackle climate change. To demonstrate our efforts, the state of Amapá commits to strengthen management of protected areas, to reach 0 % fossil fuel energy sources in public structures and isolated areas by 2050, foster bio-economic activities, and expand climate adaptation initiatives throughout the state. The people of Amapá are all Global Citizens as they continue to defend our planet and end extreme poverty,” said Waldez Góes, Governor of Amapá.

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of Re:wild and the Center for Environmental Peacebuilding in securing this commitment.

STATE OF AMAZONAS, BRAZIL announced four climate and environmental commitments at Global Citizen Live. The state will create at least one additional preservation unit in its territory, implement state conservation plans, end illegal activities in state territories and those with Indigenous populations, and achieve net zero emissions by 2050 with interim 2030 targets in line with the 1.5-degree goal.

"It is with great satisfaction that the state of Amazonas joins forces with Global Citizen Live to reinforce our commitment to the fight against climate change. As heads of federal states, we have the mission to take effective actions to defend our greatest resources, such as the Amazon Rainforest. The state of Amazonas commits to create one more sustainable use conservation unit in its territory, implement management plans for state conservation units, end illegal activities in state territories with traditional populations, and achieve zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050," said Wilson Miranda Lima, Governor of Amazonas.

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of Re:wild and the Center for Environmental Peacebuilding in securing this commitment.

STATE OF CEARÁ, BRAZIL announced three climate and environmental commitments at Global Citizen Live. The state pledged to create at least one additional protected area in Ceará, implement climate adaptation programs, and achieve net zero emissions by 2050 with interim targets in line with the 1.5-degree goal.

“It is necessary and urgent that we are all working together, united, and fully committed so we can guarantee the preservation of our planet. For this reason, we thank Global Citizen for its advocacy and we commit to strong environmental actions. We pledge to create another protected area in Ceará, implement climate adaptation programs, and achieve zero net emissions by 2050. We are all Global Citizens,” said Camilo Santana, Governor of Ceará.

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of Re:wild and the Center for Environmental Peacebuilding in securing this commitment.

STATE OF PARÁ, BRAZIL committed to four climate and environmental pledges at Global Citizen Live. They pledged to reduce its emissions to zero before 2050, increase the number of protected areas by at least three, solidify sustainable forest management, and create strong state-wide climate mitigation and adaptation plans. 

“At Global Citizen Live, the state of Pará commits to reduce its emissions to zero before 2050, increase the number of protected areas, solidify sustainable forest management and create strong state-wide climate mitigation and adaptation plans. We thank Global Citizen for its important advocacy to protect the Amazon and defend the planet,” said Helder Barbalho, Governor of Pará.

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of Re:wild and the Center for Environmental Peacebuilding in securing this commitment.

STATE OF PARAÍBA, BRAZIL pledged three commitments at Global Citizen Live. They committed to create at least one additional protected area with priority for the Caatinga biome, implement climate adaptation programs, and commit to zero emissions by 2050 with interim goals in line with the 1.5-degree goal. 

"Climate change and environmental protection are key priorities for the state of Paraíba. Responding to the calls by Global Citizen, we pledge to create an additional protected area with priority for the Caatinga biome, implement climate adaptation programs, and commit to zero emissions by 2050. Let us all be Global Citizens to defend our planet," said João Azevêdo, Governor of Paraíba.

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of Re:wild and the Center for Environmental Peacebuilding in securing this commitment.

STATE OF PIAUÍ, BRAZIL pledged three commitments at Global Citizen Live. They committed to create at least one additional protected area with a prioritization of the highly diverse Caatinga Biome, implement climate adaptation programs, and commit to zero emissions by 2050 with interim targets in line with the 1.5-degree goal.

“As Global Citizens have taken action around the world, the State of Piauí joins them to do what is in its capacity to fulfill the Paris agreement. At Global Citizen Live, we pledge to create another protected area, implement climate adaptation programs, and commit to zero emissions by 2050. Let us take action to defend the Amazon and stop climate change,”  Wellington Dias, Governor of Piauí. 

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of Re:wild and the Center for Environmental Peacebuilding in securing this commitment.

ASKER KOMMUNE, NORWAY announced that they would be signing onto Race to Zero. The mayor also spoke about the municipalities’ goals to cut their direct emissions by 67% by 2030. And engaging citizens to reuse, energy reduction, emission-free construction sites, and a transition to circular economies.

“Norway should lead by example on climate, and in the Asker community, we are ready to do so. Global Citizens have drawn attention to the urgency of climate action. As the climate challenges are global, and must be addressed by actions internationally, nationally, and locally, the Asker society aims to be at the forefront of creating a low-emission society. At Global Citizen Live, we commit to joining the Race to Zero and we hope that as many governments and municipalities as possible see that delivering higher climate commitments is necessary,” said Lene Conradi, Mayor of Asker municipality, Norway. 

THE CITY OF PARIS, FRANCE pledges support during Global Citizen Liveto those most exposed to temperature changes in the city in order to improve their well-being and health. This includes retrofitting 5,000 social housing units a year, preventive mechanisms to reduce fuel poverty, and initiatives for a cooler and healthier Paris with shaded areas and cool spots.

“Cities are crucial players to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. As host city to the milestone Paris agreement in 2015, the city of Paris joins Global Citizen Live to pledge impactful commitments for higher energy efficiency buildings, a reduction of fuel poverty, and a cooler, healthier, and more sustainable city for all Parisians. We are all Global Citizens,”  said Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris.  

THE NETHERLANDS committed to contribute an additional €25 million to the ACT-Accelerator. The Netherlands also announced that they would continue their support for CGIAR, committing €75 million. Global Citizen is concerned that this is a flatlined commitment to CGIAR. Our belief is that The Netherlands should be contributing at least €200 million and will continue to call for this. Equally, we will follow up with The Netherlands for timely updates on this commitment as part of our accountability processes.

“We all feel responsible for the world of tomorrow and we all need to act on that, individually and collectively. And let me assure you that the Netherlands is ready to act. To tackle the COVID-19 pandemic, the Netherlands commits today at Global Citizen Live to contribute an additional €25M to the ACT Accelerator. Additionally, to address the key relationship between climate change and sustainable food security, the Netherlands will commit €75 million to CGIAR,” said Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands. 

THE STATE OF HAWAI’I committed through 1t.org to protect, preserve, conserve, or grow 20 million trees by 2022 and 100 million trees by the year 2030.

"The Hawaiian islands are a microcosm of our planet, where we have seen the impact of climate change in the form of severe weather events, hurricanes, droughts, forest fires, and coral bleaching. Our Hawaiian culture is deeply rooted in our natural environment, and climate change threatens our culture, our economy, our very way of life. This is why Hawaiʻi was the first state in the US to commit to 100% clean renewable energy for electricity. Following our previous commitment for the planet, the State of Hawaiʻi is committing to protect, preserve, and conserve 100 million trees by the year 2030. We thank Global Citizen Live for providing an important platform for environmental action," said David Ige, Governor of Hawaii. 

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of American Forests in securing this announcement.

THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA, INDIA announced that 43 cities and urban clusters from Maharashtra State announced their intention to join the global Race to Zero. Moreover, Mumbai announced they would join the C40 Women Mentorship Program. Cities include: Achalpur, Ahmadnagar, Akola, Bid, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalna Latur, Udgir, Solapur, Thane, Ambarnath, Ulhasnagar, Amravati, Vasai-Virar City, Aurangabad, Wardha, Badlapur, Yavatmal, Barshi, Bhiwandi, Bhusawal, Gondiya, Greater Mumbai, Hinganghat Ichalkaranji, Jalgaon, Kalyan Dombivali, Kolhapur, Malegaon, Mira Bhayandar, Nagpur, Nanded Waghala, Nandurbar, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Osmanabad, Panvel, Parbhani, Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune Shirdi, Sangli-Miraj Kupwad, Satara 

“Today is a historic moment, as Maharashtrians have shown the world that we are true Global Citizens. In Global Citizen Live, we have seen extraordinary leadership from young people. It is my goal for all young Maharashtrians to become climate champions. This is why today, I am pleased to announce that 43 cities and urban clusters from Maharashtra State will join the global Race to Zero initiative of the UN. Moreover, Mumbai announced it will join the groundbreaking C40 Women Mentorship Program. As we have seen the power of hundreds of millions of young people taking action to defend our planet, I call on all cities to follow our example in joining the Race to Zero,” said Aaditya Thackeray, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Maharashtra state.

Global Citizen is grateful for the efforts of C40 and Race to Zero in securing this commitment. 

THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, USA is restoring the health of 1 million acres of forest land. At Global Citizen Live, Washington State committed through 1T.org to reforesting 1 million acres and trees as well as conserving 1 million acres of working and natural forest lands by 2040. Jointly, these activities will foster Washington as a wildfire-resilient state. 

“[...] We aim to strengthen nature-based solutions to tackle climate change. We thank Global Citizen for campaigning on these issues and we invite other states to follow us and increase their efforts on behalf of those who are already suffering the dire consequences of global warming, wildfires, floods, and droughts,” said Hilary Franz, Commissioner of Public Lands. 

Global Citizen is grateful to the efforts of American Forests in securing this announcement. 

UNITED STATES announced US$295 million to stave off famine and extreme hunger, confront gender-based violence, and address the urgent humanitarian needs of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds will be allocated from USAID. Global Citizen will be following up to determine the broader scope of the commitment and where funds will be disbursed to.

"I am please to stand with Global Citizen, and announce that the United States will contribute nearly US$297 million to countries around the world to stave off famine and extreme hunger, confront gender-based violence, and address the urgent humanitarian needs the COVID-19 pandemic is leaving in its wake," said Samantha Power, Administrator of USAID. 

Thanks to the Global Health Council, Management Sciences for Health, Pandemic Action Network, and United Nations Foundation for their ongoing advocacy towards the US Government.

UNESCO committed to scale UNESCO’s work on gender-transformative education in 80 countries, as part of its COVID-19 response. The institution will reach 28 million learners over five years with teaching and learning that promotes gender equality. It also emphasized it will hold countries to account on their commitments to gender equality in and through education, including data collection and monitoring of legal frameworks.

“I am delighted to announce that, in response to COVID-19, UNESCO will implement initiatives targeting 28 million learners in 80 countries over the next five years, through teaching and learning that promotes gender equality. I look forward to following up on these engagements as part of the Global Citizen campaign. Because if the crisis has revealed one thing, it is that education matters”, said Director General of UNESCO Audrey Azoulay.

INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT (IFAD) announced new pledges totaling US$23.7 million from 17 countries across the world, including: Cameroon, Sri Lanka, Angola, Lesotho, Kenya, Nepal, Tonga, Vietnam, Ethiopia, Gabon, Kazakhstan, Solomon Islands, Guyana, Republic of Korea, Maldives, Morocco, and Uzbekistan. 

"I'm thrilled to be a part of Global Citizen Live's fight to defend the planet and defeat poverty. Climate change has wreaked havoc on many smallholder farmers and rural communities, reducing crop yields and creating food insecurity for millions. We're taking decisive action with Global Citizen to avert a hunger crisis and help the world's most disadvantaged communities," said Sabrina Elba. 

ACCELERIT TECHNOLOGIES committed $144,000 of equivalent value in-kind donations that include free fiber to be installed in 30 schools to facilitate connectivity in remote areas. The connectivity will be implemented over a 12-month period, ensuring that more kids can be online and have access to the internet in this information age toward bridging the digital divide for the world's most vulnerable populations.

ACCENTURE As part of Accenture’s commitment to reach net-zero emissions by 2025, they’re making a significant investment in nature-based carbon removal projects around the world. These projects will reforest land with native species, rebuild biodiversity, make agriculture more sustainable, help create green jobs and allow natural ecosystems to rebound and thrive — all while removing more than 13 million metric tons of CO2 from the atmosphere over the next 20 years.

AKAMAI TECHNOLOGIES joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5. 

AMERICAN EXPRESS joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5. 

“Climate change is one of the most pressing issues we face. With our commitment to reach net-zero emissions by 2035 and by joining the Race to Zero initiative, American Express is proud to be a part of Global Citizens campaign to defend the planet and to build a more sustainable future,” said Madge Thomas, Head of CSR and President of the American Express Foundation.

ASPIRATION made a new pledge to fund the conservation, restoration or planting of an additional 25 million trees by 2022, building on their existing multi-year 1t.org commitment.

BILL & MELINDA GATES FOUNDATION, THE CHILDREN’S INVESTMENT FUND FOUNDATION AND PRIVATE FOUNDATION The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, The Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), and a private foundation launched a Challenge Fund of up to $50 million to encourage other corporate and philanthropic donors to step up in closing the $100 million funding gap for the UNFPA Supplies Partnership programme, which provides critical family planning supplies and services to over 20 million women and girls in vulnerable communities worldwide.

BD (BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY) joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5.

“BD has pledged to set science-based targets to help address climate change and its irreversible effect on health systems and human health. We applaud Global Citizen and their coalition of members for initiating a global movement that strives to make the world a healthier, more equitable place,” said Tom Polen, chairman, CEO and president, BD.

BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5. 

CAPGEMINI committed to conserve, restore or grow 2 million trees by 2022 through 1t.org.

CISCO announced its pledge to participate in the UN-backed global campaign, Race to Zero, via Business Ambition for 1.5, to reduce emissions in line with the Paris agreement.

CITI announced its pledge to unlock a multi-billion-dollar investment to expand access to essential services for 15 million low-income households. This pledge will go toward expanding access to basic services including financial services, health care, education, affordable housing, and technology in 40 emerging markets around the world and low-income communities in the United States. This is part of their broader trillion dollar ESG investment. Citi also pledged to participate in the UN-backed global campaign, Race to Zero, to reduce emissions in line with the Paris agreement.

THE COCA-COLA COMPANY is partnering with The Ocean Cleanup, a nonprofit working to rid the world’s oceans of plastic pollution.

DELTA has pledged to participate in the UN-backed global campaign, Race to Zero, via Business Ambition for 1.5, to reduce emissions in line with the Paris agreement.

DOCUSIGN joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5.

DUOLINGO committed in-kind contributions of up to 10K Duolingo Plus one-year subscriptions as well as 1K Duolingo English Test fee waivers in addition to a grant in the amount of $40K to IRC. This initiative aims to provide refugees with access to Duolingo’s most efficient, personalized, and fun way to learn a language on Duolingo, as well as pathways to higher education. 

GLOBAL SOLIDARITY FUND

Anonymous donors have committed $28 million to the Global Solidarity Fund to empower and provide for meals, vaccines, and job training for over 1 million migrants, refugees, and people in vulnerable situations, particularly women and girls, through the end of 2022, as part of a five-year effort to mobilize $100 million.

Marta Guglielmetti, Executive Director, Global Solidarity Fund, said: “The Global Solidarity Fund exists to catalyze high-level global partnerships on behalf of the poorest and most marginalized. For example, we work with migrants, refugees, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) who are facing huge challenges, such as a lack of opportunity, stemming from inequity — which the COVID-19 pandemic has made it more urgent to solve.

“We truly believe that the solution for so many of the world’s problems can be found only by bringing together business, philanthropic, development, and faith communities to create transformational change. We commend Global Citizen’s advocacy work, which supported our work, and invite all organizations and individuals of goodwill to join us!”

GOOGLE.ORG has pledged US$1.1 million in in-kind support to the International Rescue Committee to tackle the climate crisis by investing in climate resilience in Northeast Nigeria.

"Global Citizens are powerful advocates for humanitarian action. The International Rescue Committee thanks Google.org, Duolingo, and ZenDesk for their support of our work to maintain the dignity of every individual on our planet," said Lauren Gray, Senior Director of Global Corporate Partnerships, International Rescue Committee.

IHG Hotels and Resorts joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5.

LEADERS IN MOTION ACADEMY committed $137,000 of equivalent value in-kind donations of scholarships for 32 students to study filming, gaming, animation. These courses will provide young people with Higher Certificates in Animation and Visual Effects; Game Design and Production, and Digital Film Production. This effort is part of the wider effort as part of the Recovery Plan for the World education pillar to resume learning for all.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, INC. joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5.

“Even as we navigate our company through one of the industry’s most difficult periods, we know the Race to Zero will be a worthwhile challenge. We are proud to join Global Citizen, along with companies and institutions around the world striving to tackle climate change and build a healthier, more equitable world,” said Anthony Capuano, Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International.

MASTERCARD

In support of defeating poverty and defending the planet, Mastercard committed $10 million to the World Food Programme (WFP) to end hunger and to Conservation International (CI) to restore forests around the world. Mastercard is also matching donations up to $200,000 made through the Mastercard Donation Platform in support of Conservation International.

NAMATI, THE CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION, AND THE WILLIAM AND FLORA HEWLETT FOUNDATION

The launch of the Legal Empowerment Fund announced the context of Global Citizen Live. Established and operated by The Fund for Global Human Rights, the Legal Empowerment Fund (LEF) will provide urgently needed, long-term support to grassroots activists and organizations that are helping their communities tackle systemic injustices and advocate for expanded protections under the law. The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Namati collectively committed US$20 million as seed funding to launch LEF and jump-start its 10-year effort to raise US$100 million for the people-centered justice movement.

“More than 5 billion people around the world lack access to legal assistance. The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation is proud to support the Legal Empowerment Fund in helping to close this gap in access to justice. This new fund will help increase the ability of frontline groups to work with community paralegals, advocacy groups, and innovative technologies to put the power of law in the hands of more people," said Larry Kramer, The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation President.

“The pandemic has exacerbated existing injustices and created new ones — from inequitable vaccine access to an uptick in land grabbing and illegal mining. In every country on Earth, there are grassroots groups striving to overcome these injustices and build a fairer, more sustainable world. We need to stand with them. That is why Namati has contributed $5 million to the Legal Empowerment Fund. We call on governments and foundations to join us,” said Vivek Maru, CEO of Namati. 

PARIS PEACE FORUM announced two initiatives. To improve the global COVID-19 response, it will provide a forum for multilateral organizations and philanthropic actors to develop a plan on increasing global vaccination rates. Likewise, to tackle climate change, the Paris Peace Forum will assemble a global commission with thought and sector leaders, scientists, and policymakers on climate overshoot.  

"The Paris Peace Forum, through its annual meeting on Nov. 11 to 13, creates powerful coalitions for better policies around the world. It is thus only natural for us to partner with Global Citizen’s advocacy efforts to defend the planet and end extreme poverty. Today, at Global Citizen Live, we announce two new initiatives to foster our global COVID-19 response and to assemble a group of climate avengers, to whom we commit €3 million. Take action, as a Global Citizen, and at the Paris Peace Forum, to make the world a better place," said Justin Vaïsse, Founder & General Director.

PEPSICO committed US$1 million to the World Food Programme to help combat global food insecurity.

P&G announced that it is signing onto the Race to Zero and committed to outreach toward encouraging other companies to join. During the broadcast, Tide also announced its goal to get 1.3 billion more loads of laundry done in cold water over the next two years to help reduce CO2 emissions.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL pledged US$98 million in grant funding during 2022 in support of smart and sustainable, member-led projects that help end poverty through education, disease prevention and treatment, community economic development, peace and conflict prevention, access to clean water and sanitation, and support for the environment in communities around the world.

SALESFORCE  pledged to fund an additional 30 million trees by the end of this year in partnership with 1t.org, a global movement dedicated to conserving, restoring, and growing 1 trillion trees by 2030. 

STANLEY BLACK & DECKER joined Race to Zero as part of GLOBAL CITIZEN LIVE by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5.

STARBUCKS joined Race to Zero as part of Global Citizen Live by signing on to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), Business Ambition for 1.5.

THE CHILDREN'S INVESTMENT FUND FOUNDATION (CIFF) made a $50 million commitment to UNICEF that will fund projects focused on child nutrition, particularly towards the urgent treatment and prevention efforts for children suffering from a life-threatening form of malnutrition called “wasting.” In addition, UNICEF has committed to mobilize an additional $50 million to create a $100 million partnership to tackle this preventable form of malnutrition.

THE ELMA VACCINES & IMMUNIZATION FOUNDATION, in advance of Global Citizen Live and to support individual donations towards meals, trees, and vaccines, The ELMA Vaccines & Immunization Foundation launched a match commitment up to US$1 million for any donations received through the Mastercard Donation portal to support the World Health Organization Foundation on or before March 31, 2021. 

"Global Citizen Live is the perfect platform to announce The ELMA Vaccines and Immunization Foundation’s commitment to match up to $1 million donated to the World Health Organization Foundation’s Go Give One campaign for global vaccine equity. With less than 4% of Africa fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (compared to more than half of the United States and United Kingdom), those of us with resources to share, must step up to address one of the greatest global inequities of our generation," said Robyn Calder Harawi, Executive Director, The ELMA Group of Foundations.

THE LEGO FOUNDATION made a historic $150 million commitment. Of the total, more than $82 million is going to support Global Citizen partners, including $70 million to UNICEF to support access to vital vaccines and health supplies benefitting parents, teachers and caregivers in vulnerable communities around the world, and $12 million to support UNICEF, Education Cannot Wait, and the International Rescue Committee, to help the COVID-19 recovery and ensure children’s access to play-based learning opportunities.

“At the Global Citizen Festival, the LEGO Foundation announced a US$150 million donation to support children and families across the world affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival’s platform is a great opportunity to highlight our support to ensure children, caregivers, and educators have continued access to learning through play to realize a future where children are empowered with the knowledge and skills to thrive. We know that when we team up with partners great things can happen. And only through collaboration can we support inclusive, equitable, quality education for all children — even in these unprecedented times,” said Euan Wilmshurst, Head of Advocacy & Communication at the LEGO Foundation.

WORLD WIDE TECHNOLOGY announced their ongoing commitment of US$3 million over three years to organizations dedicated to elevating people up from poverty through tech skills training and quality job placement, and other digital inclusion focused community partners to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive digital workforce by 2023.

ZENDESK committed $264,000 in in-kind contributions in the form of technology software and consulting services to the International Rescue Committee to support expansion of a project into the United States and Afghanistan.