Ö3 Christmas Wunder 2024: Record donations for families in need!

Ö3 Christmas Wunder 2024: Record donations for families in need!

Wiener Neustadt, Österreich - On December 24, 2024, an impressive donation result was announced in the Ö3 Christmas miracle: over 5.4 million euros were collected for families in need in Austria. The occasion was an extraordinary event, in which the Ö3 moderators Philipp Hansa, Tina Ritschl and Sylvia Graf broadcast a total of 120 hours from the glass Ö3-Wunschhütte in Wiener Neustadt in order to fulfill music wishes against donations. This year, the money collected went into the "light in the dark soar-help fund", which benefits families in need of help. "The Ö3 community made it possible again!" Said Ö3 broadcaster Michael Pauser. The festive highlight was the last music request fulfillment with "Merry Christmas" by Ed Sheeran & Elton John, the most popular wish during this Christmas season.

a festival of music and helpfulness

The Ö3 Christmas miracle not only collected donations, but also created a magical atmosphere. Numerous artists performed during the event, including Milow, Rainhard Fendrich and Folkshilfe. The event started on December 19, 2024 and was visited by numerous prominent participants, including Mayor Klaus Schneeberger and tennis legend Thomas Muster. "It's a bit like cuddling in front of the campfire, only that the campfire is a radio," explained moderator Philipp Hansa. This illustrates the family and inviting mood that framed the event.

In addition, the "Ö3 Wounder bag" was launched, which has already generated 500,000 euros through the recycling of old cell phones-an initiative that has been providing help for the needy for 20 years. "Feeling that is incredible and simply magical," said moderator Tina Ritschl about the cohesion that became clear during the event. The success of the donation allows the power of the community and shows how music can combine people. Further information and insights on the Ö3 Christmas Wonder 2024 are available on the official website, reports OTS and der Orf .