telethon

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Springsteen performed the song as the opening number of “A Tribute To Heroes,” the national post-9/11 telethon benefiting victims and their families.

From Salon • Feb. 10, 2026

Sir Lenny Henry is to host Comic Relief for the final time when the BBC fundraising telethon returns in March.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2024

One of Robertson’s innovations was to use the secular talk-show format on the network’s flagship show, the “700 Club,” which grew out of a telethon when Robertson asked 700 viewers for monthly $10 contributions.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2023

Last weekend, during a “Drag Isn’t Dangerous” telethon, Theron drew a line in the sand and said she was willing to throw down with anyone who opposes drag performers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2023

The county executive of Baltimore County helped lead a telethon that raised money for the widow of Sergeant Prothero and his children.

From "The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates" by Wes Moore