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Karol G Donation Hits US$1.2 Million at Bogotá Concert

Karol G donated US$1.2 million at a Bogotá benefit concert, announced live. The event raised funds for earthquake victims, with pre-concert totals at US$1.15 million. The post Karol G Donation Hits US$1.2 Million at Bogotá Concert appeared first on The Rio Times .

Colombian pop singer Karol G contributed a total of US$1.2 million to a benefit concert held in Bogotá on Sunday, August 23, 2026. The event, titled "Colombia: Voices for Life," aimed to raise funds for those affected by the recent earthquake in Colombia. Unlike other artists who performed on stage, Karol G participated in the concert via live video link from outside the city, with support from her foundation, Fundación Con Cora.

The concert took place at Vive Claro Distrito Cultural and featured performances by various artists, including Maluma, Sebastián Yatra, and Manuel Turizo. Before the concert, it had already raised more than COP 3.5 billion, equivalent to approximately US$1.15 million. The Karol G donation, along with other contributions, will help support the recovery efforts for the earthquake victims.

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