According to The Sun, the donation has gone toward several causes in his home county including the children's hospital ward in Ipswich, reports dailymail.co.uk.
The singer, 29, still lives in Suffolk and wanted to do something to help residents in light of the health crisis. "It is a horrible time and Ed wants to do what he can to help.
He has split a seven-figure sum between local charities to try to ease the strain on his local community. Ed is very involved in the area and knows that his donations will make a massive difference," said a source.
Meanwhile, Sheeran has developed a love of gardening during lockdown, and is spending his time growing fruit and vegetables.