Helping makes you happy: RTL donation marathon supports children in need

Helping makes you happy: RTL donation marathon supports children in need

These days the RTL donation marathon 2024 is running under the motto “Helping makes you happy”, and it is really a matter of the heart! The longest charity program in Germany, which is now in its 29th edition, has fired its starting signal since Thursday evening at 6 p.m. What is particularly exciting is that the event will be broadcast live around the clock. Wolfram Kons leads the event as a moderator and motivates everyone with his inviting call: "Helping makes you happy! Become a happy helper too!"

The main goal of this great commitment is the sustainable support of disadvantaged and seriously ill children, both in Germany and worldwide. But what exactly is collected during the marathon? Thanks to celebrity support and a wide range of projects, viewers can actively contribute to improving the living conditions of these children.

Prominent supporters and their projects

The prominent sponsors include well-known personalities who are passionate about various aid projects. For example, fightsAlexander Zverev, who is himself a diabetic, for better care for children with diabetes (type 1). Additionally bringsDJ BoboHe uses his energy to support a family home for children with cancer in Europa-Park in Rust. AlsoTom Beckand his wifeChryssanthi Kavazi, are passionate about fear-free examinations at the Charité, whileEsther Schweinswants to improve support for children with rare diseases.

But the support doesn't stop there.Dennis Schröderfights for the basketball sports project “jump4future”, which actively supports primary school children in his home region of Braunschweig-Wolfsburg. At the same time, get involvedWolfgang Bahroand the cast of “Uferpark – Good Times, Wild Times” for the “Skating instead of Ritalin” project, which supports children with ADHD or behavioral problems. Particularly noteworthy is the commitment ofKristina Vogeland the “Unter uns” cast, who support family leisure activities for severely disabled children.

A look beyond national borders

Important projects are also supported internationally during the fundraising marathon.Dieter NuhrFor example, is committed to better eye health care for children in Zambia. Supported in BrazilLaura Wontorrachildren at risk with the construction of a sports and cultural center. And don't forgetMotsi Mabuse, which promotes better educational opportunities for disadvantaged children in Johannesburg.

A special highlight of this year is the “24h Inclusion Challenge”, under the patronage of Kristina Vogel, who is committed to the inclusion of children with disabilities. Here, 20 inclusive company teams, consisting of wheelchair users and pedestrians, compete on a course with various obstacles. The goal is to set a new world record for the “longest team distance on the wheelchair course (24 hours, relay)” while at the same time collecting donations for inclusion projects.

In addition, numerous well-known personalities such asRea Garvey,Sarah Wienerand many others active on the telephone to answer calls from donors. AlsoNRW Prime Minister Hendrik Wüstwill be live on site to personally receive and motivate donations.

If you want, you can take part in this unique campaign until Friday evening at 6 p.m. and help children in need. Content and further information are easy to find.