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By Stone Martindale Sep 30, 2007, 1:18 GMT

Shakira Gives $45 Million To Charity

Pop singer Shakira is giving back to those less fortunate. Shakira -© J. Bailey / PR Photos

Shakira -© J. Bailey / PR Photos

Shakira -© J. Bailey / PR PhotosWhile she was at the Clinton Global Initiative conference in New York, the singer said she would be donating a total of $45 million to help areas in Latin America plagued by problems still in existence.According to reports, $40 million will be given to the regions of Peru and Nicaragua, where disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes have ravaged the countries.The remainder will be put towards educational projects for children who live in poverty and can not afford to get proper schooling in Latin American countries.Shakira is also the co-founder of the Latin America for Solidarity Foundation, ALAS, which means wings in Spanish.

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JenniferSep 30th, 2007 - 13:55:06

Thats fabulous. I really like her.

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CarrySep 30th, 2007 - 20:39:27

So refreshing to hear about her generosity instead of the disgusting antics of people like Paris, Britney and Lindsey.

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bevOct 1st, 2007 - 03:26:58

the charity is for kids who can't get drugs

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