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British author JK Rowling has donated £ 1 million ($1.25 million) to help the homeless and victims of domestic violence.

It is noted that it was announced on a day when her admirers around the world celebrate the anniversary of the battle of Hogwarts, which in the book took place on 2 may 1998.

In honor of the battle of Hogwarts I will give to charity 1 million pounds, — quotes its TASS.

While Rowling said that today is inappropriate to discuss the death of fictional characters, because so many are losing people from illnesses in life.

Donated by the writer the amount is equally divided by two British organizations, one of which helps the homeless, and other victims of domestic violence.

Wrote NEWS.ru, JK Rowling opened a website for fans of books about Harry Potter that miss in the isolation imposed in connection with the pandemic COVID-19.