Gary Lineker has donated £140,000 to the British Red Cross to support the humanitarian charity in their bid to help those struggling during the coronavirus pandemic.
The ex-England international is determined to help those in need in what are difficult times as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak.
And to show his support, the Match of the Day presenter aims to raise £1m via a fund raising page he set up online this week.
Lineker himself has pledged the six-figure sum towards the cause, saying on Twitter: "[I've] Decided to donate a couple of months’ salary."
Writing on the Just Giving page, Lineker said: "I’m donating £140,000 to the British Red Cross emergency response to the Coronavirus crisis in the UK.
"Join me to raise £1,000,000 so they can continue to reach the the most vulnerable, and ensure no-one falls through the gaps during this crisis.
"The British Red Cross has been working flat-out since the start of the Coronavirus outbreak to ensure those hardest-hit here in the UK and overseas, have the vital support they need.
"Whether it’s someone socially isolating who needs food or medication or a refugee now unable to feed their family.
"I’m particularly concerned about vulnerable people’s mental health in this emergency.
"This is a frightening time for many. The British Red Cross has trained staff and volunteers who are offering psychological support.
"They are also making sure the most marginalised, including the homeless and refugees can get the essentials they need: medicines, food, emergency accommodation and cash grants.
"Please join me to help the British Red Cross ensure those who need help, get it. All donations will go towards supporting their response to Coronavirus in the UK."
At the time of writing, the page has amassed just shy of £200,000 in donations.
To donate to the fund raiser, click here.
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