It’s that time of year where it starts to get a little chilly, and that’s because Gamers Outreach is back with the chills and thrills with this year’s Spooktacular Streamathon!
Celebrating its 5th year anniversary, the Spooktacular Streamathon is Gamers Outreach’s month-long celebration where creators and gamers come together to make a real impact by raising funds to bring play to children in hospitals through the foundation’s programs.
Join us this October for an awesome month where every night will have its share of fright and delight!
The Healing Power Of Play
At Gamers Outreach, we believe in the healing power of play. Hospitals can be overwhelming and isolating place for young patients, and that’s where we come in. Through our programs, we bring gaming to hospital rooms, giving kids a chance to relax, have fun, create meaningful experiences, and feel more like themselves. Here’s how we do it:
This Year’s Mission
Spooktacular Streamathon 2024 is always one of our most enjoyable fundraising events of the year.
This year, we’re aiming to raise enough funds to reach deep into our Hospital Wishlist. With your help, we’ll be closer to fulfilling more outstanding requests from hospitals in the United States and around the world. Expanding Save Point and Player 2 volunteer programs to reach more kids who need the comfort and joy that gaming brings is also a big part of this year’s mission.
Our 2024 goals include:
- 100 New GO Karts: These new GO Karts will be sent to hospitals worldwide, giving thousands of children access to gaming during their hospital stay.
- 5 New Save Points: Our pilot program with Save Point has been a success. We’d love to continue the momentum as hospitals continue requesting these machines for inspiring kids to achieve their treatment goals.
- General Program Support: This includes funding for upgrade kits to enhance existing GO Karts and training for volunteers in our Player 2 program. This means more hospitals will have the latest tools to continue delivering gaming experiences to kids.
This year, every donation and stream matters more than ever. Let’s make a difference together!
How You Can Support Spooktacular Streamathon 2024
There are plenty of ways to get involved in this year’s Spooktacular Streamathon. It’s not just about gaming or streaming. Here’s how to help!
- Fundraise: If you’re a streamer, consider going live to raise funds for Gamers Outreach. You’ll be joining a community of creators who are gaming for a great cause!
- Donate: Not a streamer? No problem! You can still contribute by donating directly to the campaign. Every dollar helps us get closer to our goal of funding more GO Karts and expanding our programs.
- Watch & Support: Tune in to your favorite streamers throughout October and support their fundraising efforts. Share their streams, encourage others to watch, and be part of the fun!
- Join Our Art Contest: Show off your creativity in our Spooktacular Art Contest in the Gamers Outreach Discord! Submit your spooky, family friendly mascot for an opportunity to have it featured on this year’s Spooktacular Streamathon donor card.
- Grab Spooktacular Merch! Get into the spirit of the holiday with some exclusive Spooktacular Streamathon merch! From an awesome windbreaker, warm hoodies, and even some creepy stickers, sporting our merch is the most stylish way to support the event!
- Spread the Word and Follow Gamers Outreach: Even if you can’t donate or stream, you can help by sharing the Spooktacular Streamathon with your friends, family, and social media followers. Every bit of awareness helps us reach more people and make a bigger impact. Be sure to follow us on Twitter/X, Facebook, and Instagram feeds to stay caught up on all things Spooktacular with the hashtag #SS2024!
The Spooktacular Streamathon is a chance to come together as a community and make a meaningful difference for kids in hospitals. Your support makes it possible for us to continue bringing smiles and a sense of escape to children facing tough times. Every penny counts, and so does every minute of your time supporting us.
Let’s all do our part to make the 5th Annual Spooktacular Streamathon 2024 another record setter! 🎃🕹️