The annual STV Children’s Appeal is set to air on November 8, showcasing significant efforts to aid children and families in need.
- Laura Boyd and Lorraine Kelly will host the event, highlighting various charities, including Leslie Community Pantry and East Lothian Young Carers.
- Filming took place at Glasgow Kelvin College, emphasizing community involvement and support for intergenerational hubs.
- The Scottish Government continues its backing with match funding, contributing up to £1 million annually.
- Viewers are encouraged to tune in and support the cause, with all donations staying within Scotland to assist local families.
The STV Children’s Appeal is back on November 8, bringing crucial attention to the needs of children and families throughout Scotland. Hosts Laura Boyd and Lorraine Kelly are set to lead an engaging evening aimed at fundraising and awareness.
The event will air live from Glasgow Kelvin College’s Springburn Campus, a location chosen to underline the Appeal’s support for educational initiatives. The college benefits from ‘Community Hubs’ funded by the Appeal, which serve both children and parents, bridging generational gaps.
Highlighting the evening will be several charitable organizations. Leslie Community Pantry, East Lothian Young Carers, and Bairnecessities in North Aberdeenshire are among those featured. These organizations play a vital role in addressing local needs and will share their impactful stories with audiences.
Reflecting on the event, Lorraine Kelly, a trustee of the STV Appeal, expressed her heartfelt connection to the cause. Her remarks emphasized the community spirit the Appeal fosters, aiming to unite Scots in the fight against poverty.
Alongside Boyd, weather presenter Sean Batty will partake in the ‘Appeal Mobile’ challenge, visiting Scottish monuments and completing tasks within a tight 48-hour timeframe. This initiative aims to boost donations through engaging viewers.
The programming week kicks off with ‘The Game Changers,’ a documentary hosted by Jean Johansson, focusing on influential role models for youth. This is accompanied by appearances from prominent figures like Brian Cox and Alan Cumming.
Adding to the lively schedule, first-year pupils from St Andrews R.C Secondary in Glasgow will take on the role of channel announcers, a unique feature that further involves the community in the week’s events.
Financial contributions, including the Scottish Government’s match funding, go directly to frontline projects. This ensures complete transparency and effectiveness in aiding those who need it most.
John Swinney, First Minister, eloquently underscored the imperative of combating child poverty, affirming the Appeal’s integral role in supporting thousands of individuals across 32 Scottish local authorities.
The STV Children’s Appeal remains a beacon of hope and support for Scottish families in need.
