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ZEvent 2026's final edition raised record €32.9 million from 1.7 million donations across 22 charities.
ZEvent 2026 concluded with €32.9 million in total donations, marking the largest single-edition fundraising total in the charity marathon's history. The event drew 1.7 million individual donations, averaging €10 each, demonstrating broad community participation. Notable contributions included streamer Mastu's €5 million raised through a legendary raffle, exemplifying high-impact fundraising during the event.
The donations will support 22 charitable organizations, extending the impact across multiple causes. This final edition caps a remarkable decade of growth: across ten ZEvent editions, the marathon has accumulated over €90 million in cumulative donations, solidifying its position as a major fundraising platform in the French streaming community.
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1.7 million donors drive record final-edition fundraising milestone
The €32.9 million result reflects unprecedented community engagement, with 1.7 million individual contributions averaging just €10. This grassroots participation model demonstrates how accessible donation thresholds enable mass participation. The raffle component, generating €5 million alone, showcases innovative engagement strategies that complement traditional fundraising.
Final edition completes €90 million decade of charitable giving
ZEvent 2026 represents the culmination of ten editions raising over €90 million collectively. The 22 charities receiving funds span diverse causes, reflecting the event's broad charitable mission. This final marathon demonstrates sustained growth and establishes a significant institutional legacy in streaming-enabled philanthropy.