Telemiracle – Saskatchewan’s Charity – wrapped up its 44th edition today in Regina. As the streamers dropped from the ceiling and the curtain came down on the 20-hour telethon, the final numbers up on stage showed a total of $5,523,472 raised. With this year’s incredible generosity added, the total raised by Telemiracle since 1977 is now over $140 million.
“I am thrilled and humbled by the generosity of Saskatchewan people that supported Telemiracle this year,” says Telemiracle 44 Chair Jesse Shkuratoff. “Once again, Telemiracle brought our province together and the impact of these donations will be felt across Saskatchewan.”
All Telemiracle proceeds stay in Saskatchewan and are granted through the Kinsmen Foundation for specialized medical and mobility equipment, and assistance with medical travel. The Foundation receives over 1,000 applications for assistance from Saskatchewan residents each year.
One of the many highlights of this year’s show were the 80 talented Saskatchewan performers who appeared on throughout the telethon and on the Countdown to Telemiracle pre-show, streamed live on Telemiracle’s YouTube channel. Not only did these acts showcase the breadth of talent from every corner of the province, they also raised money for the telethon – which was once again matched by Nutrien, who presented a total donation of $159,161 on-stage just before the end of the broadcast.
Telemiracle reminds those that made pledges during the telethon to honour them by mailing their donation to Box 83000, Saskatoon SK, S7K 9S1. Planning begins shortly for Telemiracle 45, to take place March 6-7, 2021 at TCU Place in Saskatoon. Details leading up to next year’s show will be posted at www.telemiracle.com.
