The “Freaky Thursday” charity livestream hosted by Critical Role last night was an overwhelming success, raising over $350,000 in just a few hours—more than double the original fundraising goal. According to Critical Role’s “Freaky Thursday” charity livestream The funds will go directly toward aiding those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
This campaign powerfully demonstrates how storytelling and community involvement can drive meaningful, real-world change. Viewers went beyond simply watching—they played an active role, unlocking pivotal in-game moments through donations, all while providing crucial aid to those in urgent need.
Even though the livestream has ended, the Critical Role Foundation’s wildfire relief campaign will continue through February 28. Ongoing donations will ensure that even more families and communities receive the support they need.
Here’s how the donations are being allocated:
- California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund: Providing long-term recovery assistance to wildfire-affected communities.
- Latino Community Foundation’s California Wildfire Relief Fund: Supporting Latino-led organizations helping displaced families.
- LA Fire Department Foundation: Providing essential resources to first responders fighting the fires.
This campaign highlights the incredible impact of fan-driven philanthropy, and with continued awareness, even more support can be provided to families, first responders and communities affected by the wildfires. Through its nonprofit division, the Critical Role Foundation, and with the help of its passionate global fanbase, the “Critters,” Critical Role has contributed from its emergency fund to support the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund. This donation is providing urgent and essential relief to those affected by the wildfires. As recovery efforts continue, Critical Role is mobilizing its worldwide community to step up and offer even more support to those still in need.
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For those who missed the event or want to relive the excitement, the full VOD is available on YouTube HERE.