George Harrison's 1973 royalty gift lives on: £573K charity spend in 2024 alone

George Harrison's Material World Foundation continues to thrive, providing substantial funding to charitable initiatives worldwide. In 2024 alone, the foundation allocated over £573,000 towards public health, education, and emergency relief efforts. Operated independently by a board of trustees including Olivia Harrison, it eschews salaries to focus all resources on its mission. Founded from royalties of Harrison's classic album, Living in the Material World, the foundation's influence endures, promoting lasting change.