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Originally Published 3 months ago — by PCGamesN
Minecraft YouTuber Kurt 'Kurtjmac' Mac completed his 14.5-year journey to reach the Far Lands, a glitchy, broken environment at the edge of the game world, raising funds for various charities along the way, and marking the end of an epic exploration that defied the game's original limitations.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
A father from Bath is raising awareness and funds for research into Phelan-McDermid Syndrome, a rare genetic condition affecting only about 300 people worldwide, in hopes of finding a cure or effective therapies for his son Jenson and others with the condition.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Point-of-sale donations, such as round-up campaigns, have become increasingly popular, raising hundreds of millions of dollars annually for various charitable causes. Despite concerns about donor fatigue and transparency, these campaigns have proven successful, with customers showing generosity and contributing to significant boosts in fundraising for charities. The psychology behind these donations suggests that the "pain" of parting with small amounts of money is less when rounded up, and the public setting of the checkout prompts more positive responses. However, there are potential downsides, including concerns about donor fatigue and the lack of meaningful connection with charities.