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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.
A nine-day charity livestream in Poland just raised $69 million for children battling cancer, smashing the previous world record by more than three times. What started with TikTok likes turned into one of Europe's biggest social media charity drives ever.
A Twickenham coach who recovered from burnout is hosting a 24-hour livestream featuring wellness experts to raise funds for Mind during Mental Health Awareness Week. The event builds on her 2024 stream that raised £2,000 and nearly doubles the time commitment.
A 23-year-old influencer's nine-day YouTube marathon in Warsaw became Poland's biggest charity moment, raising more than $69 million for children battling cancer. Stars joined, heads were shaved, and 1.4 million people watched at once.
Over 90,000 fans packed Wembley Stadium as YouTube creators played charity football, raising a record-breaking £6.2 million for education and community causes. The livestream drew millions of viewers worldwide, proving online communities can generate massive real-world impact.
A Christian funding charity just wrapped up its best year ever, processing $209 million in donations and distributing over 1 million grants to churches and charities. The surge means thousands of community programs got the funding they needed to keep helping people.
Rogers Communications just kicked off a $1 million donation to Alberta children's charities through the Rogers Charity Classic, a golf tournament that's raised over $164 million since it started. Last year alone, the event brought in a record $26.6 million to help thousands of kids access counseling, sports programs, and family support.
A six-person charity struggling with costly website updates found a solution that transformed their online presence. Fashion and Textile Children's Trust now reaches 40,000 annual visitors after switching platforms.
Three hand-painted Porsche 911s inspired by Toy Story characters just sold to an anonymous collector who's donating all $3 million to children's charities. Each custom car took 350 hours to create and will help Big Brothers Big Sisters, the American Red Cross, and Starlight Children's Foundation.
A new feature from rail booking app TrainPal lets travelers donate pennies to railway charities right at checkout. Since 2010, this micro-donation technology has raised £83 million across more than 1,250 charities.
A charity golf tournament in Alberta just shattered records by raising $26.6 million to help children across the province. Since its start, the Rogers Charity Classic has now raised over $164 million for youth programs.
British businesses can now donate goods to charities without paying tax, removing a barrier that discouraged corporate giving. The change comes as charity donations have dropped by £1.4 billion in just one year.
The Rangers Charity Foundation just handed £10,000 to two Scottish veterans charities that provide daily support, hot meals, and mental health services to former military members and their families. The donation marks the end of a season-long partnership that's part of over £271,000 the Foundation has given to armed forces causes.
A South African charity shop turned donated goods into over R2.1 million for animal welfare last year, funding 371 sterilizations and emergency care across the country. Since 2012, SAINTs has now contributed over R30 million to helping vulnerable animals.
A yellow lab who helps catch child predators in Kentucky just received a protective vest worth $1,800, thanks to a nonprofit that's outfitted over 6,000 police dogs nationwide. K9 Charity specializes in sniffing out hidden electronics that could contain evidence of abuse.
A charity shop employee discovered Indian gold jewelry worth £4,000 sewn into the lining of a donated coat. The unexpected treasure turned a humble donation into a major windfall for the charity's cause.
A grassroots charity started with a single football match has raised half a million pounds for intensive care over nearly four decades. BASICS closes its doors after becoming the second-largest charity supporter in hospital history.
British businesses can now donate office equipment and surplus stock to charities without paying extra VAT, removing a tax barrier that previously discouraged corporate giving. The timing couldn't be better as UK charity donations dropped £1.4 billion last year.
A wildlife documentarian in Ireland is livestreaming bluetit birds raising their chicks in a backyard nesting box, creating a global community of devoted followers. His simple project shows how small local efforts can help restore disappearing bird habitats.
A Johannesburg charity is proving that even the smallest price tag can preserve pride while making essentials accessible to those in need. One Small Act of Kindness runs a shop where donated goods sell for just a few rand, creating a system where generosity meets dignity.
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