# ABBA’s Chiquitita raised over $5 million for UNICEF in 45 years; how the 1979 hit continues to protect children

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-26T04:43:50+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/in-1979-abba-gave-unicef-the-royalties-from-chiquitita-45-years-later-the-song-had-raised-more-than-5-million-to-help-protect-vulnerable-children-from-violence-abuse-and-exploitation-worldwide/articleshow/135193953.cms
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ABBA's song Chiquitita has raised over US$5 million for UNICEF since its release in 1979. This funding supports various programs aimed at protecting vulnerable children from abuse and violence. The pledge originated during a concert at the United Nations to promote children's rights. In 2021, ABBA extended its support by pledging royalties from another song to UNICEF.

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