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A small-town pub's 10,000th Guinness pint sold for $1,000 on St. Patrick's Day, with all proceeds going to a charity supporting fallen heroes' families. The perfectly timed milestone turned into a spirited bidding war that brought an entire community together.
San Antonio Spurs players showed up in force for teammate Bismack Biyombo's fundraising gala, bidding thousands on student artwork to support war-torn Congo. Keldon Johnson alone spent $20,000 on two paintings, while star Victor Wembanyama surprised Biyombo with an emotional appearance.
A Scottish restaurant turned horse racing fans into charity heroes during an annual fundraiser that's become a community tradition. Café 1's Cheltenham Festival event brought together good food, exciting races, and generous hearts for a cause that touches families across the Highlands.
Authors and YouTubers Hank and John Green just wrapped their biggest charity fundraiser ever, pulling in $4.1 million during a 48-hour livestream. Their annual Project for Awesome event has now raised tens of millions for global health organizations over nearly two decades.
Poland's Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity just raised a record-breaking $43.5 million in a single day, with 120,000 volunteers collecting donations to help sick children. The 33-year-old fundraiser proves that community spirit can move mountains when people come together for a cause that matters.
A New Zealand salon owner turned her annual charity fundraiser into a mission to teach children life-saving water safety skills. Brenda Ardern raised $1,000 to help close the swimming skills gap for 130,000 Kiwi kids who've never had lessons.
A small town in upstate New York has turned watching football into a force for good. For $30, fans get a full tailgate spread while supporting ambulance services, animal welfare, heart health, and cancer screening.
Detroit's annual charity preview turned the Motor City's biggest auto showcase into a glamorous fundraiser with performances, fashion, and community spirit. The event raised money for children's charities while celebrating Detroit's automotive heritage and creative culture.