Lionel Messi philanthropy: Everything you need to know about Barcelona star's charity

Barcelona star Lionel Messi has often made headlines for his on-field exploits. However, t much is kwn about his philanthropic activities. However, a little-kwn fact is that six-time Ballon d’Or winner has been indulging in philanthropic activities through Leo Messi Foundation.

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Lionel Messi philanthropy: Barcelona man donates via Leo Messi foundation

As world reels in fear due to spread of coronavirus pandemic, Barcelona star has lent support towards ble cause of COVID-19 relief through Lionel Messi philanthropy. Argentine forward has made a reported donation of €1 million ($1.1 million) through Leo Messi Foundation. This amount was split between Hospital Clinic in Spanish region of Catalunya and a health centre in his homeland of Argentina.

Lionel Messi philanthropy: Barcelona Captain agrees pay cut

Apart from generous donation, Lionel Messi philanthropy was also seen when he led Barcelona first team to accept a 70 percent pay cut. This facilitated club in paying  ws of n-playing staff amid financial crisis that has ensued due to coronavirus lockdown.

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Lionel Messi philanthropy: Lionel Messi charity focus on healthcare

A major part of Lionel Messi philanthropy is carried out through Leo Messi Foundation. Leo Messi Foundation provides a wide range of charitable services to needy throughout world. foundation particularly focuses on improving lives of children along with investing in healthcare services in world. Most of  Lionel Messi philanthropy activities are focused in Argentina and Spain due to Messi’s close ties with two countries.

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Lionel Messi philanthropy: Support to Kenya

In February 2019, Leo Messi foundation donated €200,000 ($218000) to UNICEF projects in Kenya. Lionel Messi philanthropy project aimed at providing access to free drinking water along with palatable food to 2,000 children in Kenya.

Leo Messi net worth, Leo Messi salary

According to Celebrity Net Worth, Leo Messi net worth currently stands at an estimated $400 million. According to Investopedia, Leo Messi salary stands at a staggering $111 million along with $84 million in salary and bonuses, thus increasing Leo Messi net worth.

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