*Ozzy Osbourne to Donate 30% of His Wealth to Orphanage Homes in His Hometown, Citing Love for the Less Privileged*
**By Livia Kramer | July 5, 2025**
In an inspiring act of generosity, legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has announced that he will be donating 30% of his personal wealth to support orphanage homes in his hometown of Birmingham, England. The shocking yet heartfelt revelation came just days after the announcement of Black Sabbath’s upcoming 2026 album *Eternal Idols: Reforged* and has added a powerful humanitarian layer to Osbourne’s enduring legacy.
Speaking during an exclusive interview with *The Guardian*, Osbourne, 76, opened up about his lifelong desire to give back to the community that shaped him. “I’ve been through hell and back in my life,” Ozzy said, his voice soft with emotion. “Birmingham made me who I am. I never forgot the streets I grew up on, the struggles, the hunger. I see these kids with no families, no future, and I just can’t turn my back on that. This is my way of saying, ‘I see you. I love you. You matter.’”
Osbourne, whose estimated net worth sits around \$220 million, confirmed he will allocate 30% of his wealth—roughly \$66 million—toward developing and supporting a new foundation called *The Ozzy Osbourne Children’s Trust*. The charity will fund upgrades to existing orphanages, build new housing facilities, provide education grants, and offer emotional and mental health support for orphans and vulnerable children throughout the Midlands.
The initiative will be launched in partnership with Birmingham City Council and several UK-based children’s advocacy groups, with plans already underway to begin renovations at two major orphanage homes in the Small Heath and Aston areas of the city.
“He’s not just writing a check and walking away,” said Dr. Helena Morgan, head of Children’s Futures UK. “Ozzy is deeply involved. He’s attending planning meetings, reviewing blueprints, asking the right questions. This isn’t a publicity stunt—this is personal for him.”
The heavy metal icon, who has long battled personal demons ranging from addiction to chronic illness, says this philanthropic effort feels like a spiritual turning point. “I’ve done a lot of wild things in my life—some good, some bad,” Ozzy said. “But this—this feels right. It feels like healing.”
Fans and fellow musicians alike have praised Osbourne’s announcement. Metallica’s James Hetfield called it “a metal move of the highest order,” while Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash tweeted, “Mad respect to the Prince of Darkness for shining some real light.”
In a moving video posted to social media, Ozzy stood outside the house he grew up in on Lodge Road in Aston. Behind him, the modest brick structure served as a quiet reminder of his humble beginnings. “I’ve been lucky, mate,” he said. “Now it’s my turn to pass that luck on.”
Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife and longtime manager, confirmed that their family is fully behind the decision. “Ozzy has always had a soft spot for kids in need,” she said. “This isn’t new—he’s just finally in a place where he can do it on a massive scale.”
The Ozzy Osbourne Children’s Trust is expected to launch officially this December, with a benefit concert being planned in Birmingham featuring performances by Black Sabbath and a host of surprise guests.
As Osbourne prepares for both a monumental new album release and this unexpected turn as a philanthropist, he remains as unpredictable—and unforgettable—as ever.
“I’ve screamed into the void,” he said with a grin. “Now I want to fill it with hope.”
