In the literary universe of Harry Potter, May 2nd marks the 22nd anniversary of the Second Wizarding War.

Within the story, this is the battle where Harry finally overcomes his nemesis Voldemort and brings peace to the world.

2020’s May 2nd in the real life seems less optimistic and in no mood to celebrate a fictional victory. J. K. Rowling agreed, saying that she felt it was “inappropriate to talk about fictional deaths” with a global pandemic raging on in her country of United Kingdom and elsewhere.

Therefore, Rowling said that she will instead donate £1 million ($1.25 million) to two charities. The author said that she will be donating to Crisis and Refuge. Crisis works with the homeless population while Refuge is an organization that aid the victims of domestic abuse.

Rowling, affectionately called Jo by her fans, said that she was both proud and anxious in these days. She said that she has three immediate family members who were continuing to work as they were essential workers.

Jo said that all the wizards who have fought for good in her fiction must have felt the same way as they prepared for the last showdown against the evil Voldemort.

The creator of the Harry Potter series shared this announcement on Twitter, where she actively communicates with her fans all around the globe. Rowling explained that she chose those two charity organizations because “the poorest and most vulnerable are hit hardest”.

Both organizations have expressed their gratitude for Rowling’s generous donation. On their Twitter account, Refuge thanked Rowling saying that their calls for help have increased by 50% after lockdown measures were implemented. Since the outbreak of the pandemic, domestic abuse has been on the rise in the UK.

Chief executive of Crisis told the Guardian that they were “overwhelmed” by Rowling’s announcement. Jon Sparkles said that it is absolutely true that homeless people have been hit hard by this pandemic, and that Rowling’s help could not have come at a better time.

J.K Rowling’s worth is estimated at £700 million ($875 million). She has been part of numerous charity programs, and even has her own trust – Volant.

Regardless of wealthy she is, we still commend Jo for helping out the most vulnerable of us in society during these hard times. Share this story with your friends, and be sure to follow us on Facebook for more news like this one.

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