Madonna, Chris Rock and Ben Stiller donate to fund for the victims of the New Zealand terror attack

Celebrity donors have given tens of thousands of dollars to support the victims of the far-right terrorist attack in New Zealand. 

Madonna, Chris Rock, Josh Brolin, Judd Apatow, and Ben Stiller were among the biggest names to donate to the fund, which is aiming to raise $100,000.

The appeal was set up by Guy Oseary, Madonna’s manager, after 50 people were killed and scores more wounded in an attack on two mosques last week.

Chris Rock

Madonna donated $10,000 and Chris Rock gave $5,000 to a fund created to raise money for the victims of the New Zealand terror attack

Ben Stiller

Josh Brolin

Ben Stiller gave $1,000 to the fundraising effort, while Josh Brolin gave $2,500 on behalf of himself and his family

The campaign, which was started by Madonna's manager Guy Oseary, aims to raise $100,000 for the communities affected by the terror attack

The campaign, which was started by Madonna’s manager Guy Oseary, aims to raise $100,000 for the communities affected by the terror attack

Oseary offered $18,000 to the fund, making him the largest single donor, followed by Madonna herself with $10,000.

Michael Rapino, who runs the world’s largest concert promotions company Live Nation Entertainment, donated $5,000 along with Chris Rock.

An anonymous donor also stepped up to give $9,000.

Ashton Kutcher, Amy Schumer, and Joshua Kushner, brother of Jared Kushner and husband of Karli Kloss, were also among famous faces to make a donation.

Writing on the appeal page, Oseary said: ‘My heart breaks for the victims and for their families.

Ashton Kutcher

Judd Apatow

Ashton Kutcher and director Judd Apatow also stepped up to help the victims of the attack

Ava DuVernay, who directed documentary 13th and film Selma, was also among high-profile names to give to the campaign

Ava DuVernay, who directed documentary 13th and film Selma, was also among high-profile names to give to the campaign

‘I’ve started a campaign to support those affected by this tragedy at this very difficult time, and making a personal contribution of $18,000 on behalf of my family to the victims of this terrorist attack.

‘We will work with GoFundMe to ensure all funds are transferred to an organization providing support to the families and community. 

‘We will provide additional information about the distribution of funds as soon as it becomes available and are actively researching the best organizations in New Zealand to receive what is raised.

‘Please join me in helping.’

Meanwhile, in New Zealand, tearful teenagers staged a haka – a traditional Maori spirit dance – outside the Al Noor mosque, which was one of two targeted in the attack and where the majority of the deaths occurred.

Grief continued to wash across the nation , with New Zealanders of all stripes gathering to express revulsion over the killings – and a unified front against hatred.

It comes as New Zealand continues to mourn for the 50 people killed and dozens wounded during a far-right terror attack on Friday

It comes as New Zealand continues to mourn for the 50 people killed and dozens wounded during a far-right terror attack on Friday 

A mourner takes a picture of candles commemorating victims of Friday's shooting, outside the Al Noor mosque in Christchurch

A mourner takes a picture of candles commemorating victims of Friday’s shooting, outside the Al Noor mosque in Christchurch

Floral tribute: Hundreds of bunches of flowers have been left at the Botanic Gardens in Christchurch, New Zealand

Floral tribute: Hundreds of bunches of flowers have been left at the Botanic Gardens in Christchurch, New Zealand

Students light candles as they gather for a vigil to commemorate victims of Friday's shooting, outside the Al Noor mosque in Christchurch

Students light candles as they gather for a vigil to commemorate victims of Friday’s shooting, outside the Al Noor mosque in Christchurch

Family and friends outside Al Noor mosque – the scene of the largest massacre – held a sunset prayer session, with their mournful cries echoing through a park as locals looked on.

Earlier, a Maori cleansing ceremony was performed at the mosque, bringing together indigenous Kiwis, Muslim leaders and local officials.

In Auckland, students at Orewa College gathered to form a heart and the message ‘Kia Kaha’ – ‘stay strong’ in Maori. 

Meanwhile Australian Brenton Tarrant, 28, fired his lawyer and announced plans to defend himself in court after being charged with murder over the attack.

Tarrant is currently facing one charge of murder, but more charges are expected to be laid in the coming days.

He did not apply for bail or for his name to be suppressed, and is expected to front the High Court on April 5.

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