Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman are the latest celebrities to donate money to Australian bushfire relief.
The husband and wife announced that they are pledging $500,000 towards frontline firefighters as the nation’s bushfire crisis continues.
Both Kidman and Urban took to Instagram to announce the news, saying: “Our family’s support, thoughts, and prayers are with everyone affected by the fires all over Australia. We are donating $500,000 to the Rural Fire Services who are all doing and giving so much right now. – KU”
They also shared a list of ways others can help donate those battling the blazes.
Meanwhile a rep for Kidman confirmed to PEOPLE that the Sydney home she shares with her country music star husband is under threat.
“Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have donated $500,000 to Rural Fire Service,” a rep for Kidman revealed.
“Their house is not on fire. It is under threat, so they are keeping a close eye on it”.
Other celebrities have also donated including pop-star Pink who has pledged a whopping $500,000.
Taking to Twitter, the US artist expressed her distress at the country’s current emergency.
“I am totally devastated watching what is happening in Australia right now with the horrific bushfires,” she said.
“I am pledging a donation of $500,000 directly to the local fire services that are battling so hard on the frontlines.
“My heart goes out to our friends and family in Oz.”
Meanwhile comedian Celeste Barber has been the driving force behind a Facebook campaign which has raised a staggering $17 million as of 9am (AEDT) on Sunday.
The campaign is receiving approximately $10,000 in donations every minute.
“Want to join me in supporting a good cause?” Barber wrote on the Facebook page.
“I’m raising money for The Trustee for NSW Rural Fire Service & Brigades Donations Fund and your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate a lot or a little.
“Anything helps. Thank you for your support.”
