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Taylor Swift's Generous Donation Supports NICU Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

Ellen Pompeo revealed on Jennifer Hudson Show that Swift wrote a significant check after a brief acquaintance, bolstering a program for NICU babies and their families.

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Overview

  • Ellen Pompeo disclosed that Taylor Swift made a substantial donation to a NICU program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles after knowing her for just 20 minutes.
  • The NICU program uses music and recorded parental voices to improve outcomes for babies, offering support when parents are unable to be present.
  • Pompeo and her husband, Chris Ivery, are active volunteers at the hospital and have been involved in the program Swift supported.
  • The connection between Pompeo and Swift began with Pompeo’s cameo in Swift’s 2014 'Bad Blood' music video, which also earned her 'cool points' with her children.
  • Swift’s broader philanthropic efforts include past donations to food banks and wildfire relief, reflecting her ongoing commitment to charitable causes.