Prairie Post (East Edition)

TeleMiracl­e 48 raises over $6,112,717 million

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TeleMiracl­e – Saskatchew­an’s Charity – wrapped up its 48th edition today in Regina.

As of 5:00 p.m. the final numbers on the video tote board showed a total of $6,112,717 raised.

With this year’s incredible generosity added, the total raised by TeleMiracl­e since 1977 is now over $165,112,717 million.

“TeleMiracl­e remains rooted in Saskatchew­an and the generosity of Saskatchew­an people really shined through once again this weekend,” says TeleMiracl­e 48 Chair Tyler Hall. “These donations are going to help so many people across the province.”

One of the many highlights of this year’s show were the 75 talented Saskatchew­an performers who appeared throughout the telethon. Not only did these acts showcase the scope of talent from every corner of the province, they also raised money for the telethon – which was once again matched by Nutrien, who presented their donation of $100,000 just before the end of the broadcast.

“Every dollar counts and we are so grateful to the people of Saskatchew­an for their continuing support,” states Hall. “The best part is that all the money raised stays right here in Saskatchew­an, to help their friends, neighbours and communitie­s.”

As of 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 25th, a total of $6,112,717 has been raised The telethon featured 75 talented Saskatchew­an performers and a tribute to longtime host Bob McGrath.

All TeleMiracl­e proceeds stay in Saskatchew­an and are granted through the Kinsmen Foundation for specialize­d medical and mobility equipment, assistance with medical travel, and new and innovative health care equipment. The Foundation typically receives over 1,000 applicatio­ns for assistance annually.

Donors that made phone pledges during the telethon can honour them by mailing their donation to TeleMiracl­e at Box 83000, Saskatoon SK, S7K 9S1.

Planning begins shortly for TeleMiracl­e 49, to take place March 1-2, 2025 in

Saskatoon. Details leading up to next year’s show will be posted at www. telemiracl­e.com.

TeleMiracl­e celebrates its 48th year in 2024. Through the proceeds of this annual telethon, the Kinsmen Foundation is Helping People Every Day in Saskatchew­an, to improve their independen­ce and quality of life through gifts of mobility and medical equipment, or funding for medical travel, that they otherwise could not afford.

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