Gamers Giving Back
- Aug 13, 2021
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 13, 2022
Gamers often don't get credited for the good they do, one of those things being charity streams. A charity stream is an online broadcast where streamers do what they love while raising money for a cause. An example of this is JackSepticEye's annual Thankmas charity stream which is 6+ hours long. In 2021 JackSepticEye's Thankmas event raised seven million dollars for New Story. New Story Charity is a non-profit organization that provides homes to people with inadequate shelter. Charity streams aren't bound to specific times or dates, they happen every day; chances are that you can find a charity stream that fits your schedule. Listed below are five charity streams to watch.
Extra Life 4 Kids
Extra Life 4 Kids, also known as Extra Life regularly, does charity streams. Their streams include video games, tabletop games, and events. Extra Life is a fundraising program for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Donations go towards healthcare services, equipment, research, and life services.
Games Done Quick
Games Done Quick has daily charity streams, so you can find a time that meets your schedule. Their streams feature various streamers playing speedruns of games from Mario to Portal. Donations go towards supporting lifesaving humanitarian aid around the world.
Dead By Daylight
Dead By Daylight annually does #IntoTheRainbow, a pride celebration & fundraising live stream. Dead By Daylight donates all of its proceeds to Stream For a Cause. Stream For a Cause is dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA2S+ charities through grants. Dead By Daylight is a horror, action, survival, and multiplayer game.
Able Gamers
Able Gamers working alongside streamers hold daily charity streams scheduled throughout the day. They stream a variety of games, or you can come chat. Able Gamers is a charity that strives for accessible gaming, making sure people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else and combating social isolation.
Individuals
Individual streamers also host their own charity streams. Individuals could be streaming any type of game or activity. You can find charity streamers by going to browse, next click on live streams, then filter using the tag charity or click the linked image below. Gaming The Greenway is starting our own Twitch stream team, which is expected to launch in the winter of 2022. To get involved with our stream, you can apply on our website.
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