Labour’s Telethon Breaks Records, Raising €1.8M for Charity

Imagine this: a phone ringing every 10 seconds, non-stop, for 12 hours. That’s the scene at Labour Party headquarters last Sunday, as they pulled off a telethon that raised a record-breaking €1.8 million for charity. The marathon call-in event, hosted by Partit Laburista, has become an annual tradition, but this year’s edition was nothing short of extraordinary.

Breaking Down the Numbers

The telethon, held at Labour’s headquarters in Castille Square, Valletta, saw an rare number of donors. In total, 15,000 calls were made, with an average donation of €120. The top contributor was the Malta Developers Association, who donated €100,000. Other significant donations came from local businesses and individuals, demonstrating a collective spirit of generosity.

Charities Benefiting from the Windfall

The raised funds will be distributed among various local charities, with a focus on health, education, and social welfare. Some of the beneficiaries include the Malta Community Chest Fund, Id-Dar tal-Providenza, and the Malta Hospice Foundation. The telethon also raised funds for the Labour Party’s own social projects, including the ‘Labour Cares’ initiative, which provides support to vulnerable families.

Political Response and Future Plans

Prime Minister Robert Abela, who hosted the telethon, expressed his gratitude to the donors, stating, “This is what makes Malta great – when we come together for a common cause.” He also announced that the government will match the €1.8 million raised, doubling the impact of the telethon.

, the Labour Party has already started planning for next year’s telethon, aiming to build on this year’s success. They have also pledged to maintain transparency in the distribution of funds, keeping the public informed about how their donations are being used.