We played games, we collected donations, and we raised $1,495 in support of Childrenās Hospital of WisconsinĀ ā friends of Filament, our first-ever Extra Life fundraising livestream was a smashingĀ success! ā
(Image credit: Giphy/Childrenās Miracle Network Hospitals)
For those just hearing about this now ā Extra LifeĀ is an annual fundraising event where gamers sign up to collect donations from friends and family, pledging to spend a āday of playā marathoning video games in support of sick and injured kids. Since 2008, over 100,000 organizations and individuals have participated in the program, raising over $40 million in support of Childrenās Miracle Network Hospitals across the nation.
2018 marks Filamentās first year participating in Extra Life ā but it certainly wonāt be our last! Thanks to the generous support of our studioās friends, family, and followers, we ended up raising a total of $1,495 in support of Childrenās Hospital of Wisconsin. All donations raised through Extra Life go towards funding critical treatments, healthcare services, pediatric medical equipment and charitable care ā from the bottom of our hearts, thank you all for your support! šš
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