telethon

Example Sentences

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A lengthy segment on the Motion Picture & Television fund had the feeling of a fundraising telethon.

From Los Angeles Times

In 1977, Mr. Leonard and his wife helped organize a telethon that saved a franchise facing financial ruin after it had moved from the ABA to the NBA.

From Washington Post

He and his wife helped organized a telethon in 1977 to save the franchise, which was facing financial hardship after being one of the few ABA teams to join the NBA following the merger.

From Seattle Times

But the economic darkness brought on by the coronavirus pandemic has had a few bright spots: A couple of well-loved venues have received financial boosts to help them make it through, thanks to online fundraising campaigns and even a telethon.

From Seattle Times

It raised more than $340,000 after a streaming telethon that included performances by many of the Broadway actors and singers who frequent the West Bank Cafe.

From Seattle Times