Beyoncé delivered a heartfelt appeal during Tuesday’s Hand in Hand telethon, a star-studded benefit raising funds for those affected by Hurricane Harvey in the singer’s hometown of Houston and other storm-struck areas. “During a time where it’s impossible to watch the news without seeing violence or racism in their country, just when you think it couldn’t possibly get worse, natural disasters take precious life, do massive damage and forever change lives,” Beyoncé’s message began, before turning her attention to the needs of storm survivors. “People need food, clothing, cleaning supplies, blankets, shoes, diapers and formula for babies.