ZEvent 2024: Over €10 Million Raised for Charity!
ZEvent 2024 concluded on the night of September 8, 2024, marking another remarkable achievement in the world of charitable live-streaming. This year, the event raised a total of €10,145,881 (approximately $10.8 million USD), continuing its tradition of supporting important causes through the power of community and gaming.
What is ZEvent?
ZEvent is a French online charity marathon founded by Adrien “ZeratoR” Nougaret and Alexandre “Dach” Dachary in 2016. Streamers from across the gaming community come together for a weekend of non-stop streaming to raise money for various charitable organizations. After a year off in 2023, ZEvent returned stronger than ever in 2024, with a slightly revamped format that brought even more participation from remote streamers and exciting guest appearances.
The Return of ZEvent
The 2024 edition kicked off with an electrifying concert at the Zénith Sud in Montpellier, featuring artists like Caravan Palace, Mosimann, and Deluxe. More than 130 streamers joined in the event, broadcasting live for over 50 hours. Well-known creators like Domingo, Antoine Daniel, Baghera Jones, and LittleBigWhale kept audiences entertained while encouraging donations. The stream peaked at more than 300,000 viewers during the final donation push, where over a million euros were raised in just one hour!
Who Benefited from ZEvent 2024?
This year, the donations were split among five organizations, all focused on combating poverty and supporting vulnerable groups in France:
- Secours Populaire: Provides aid to those in need, including food, housing, and emergency support.
- Cop1: Supports students in financial distress with essential resources.
- Les Bureaux du Cœur: Offers workplace spaces for the homeless.
- Solidarité Paysans: Assists farmers in difficulty.
- Chapitre 2: Helps young people facing adversity.
With more than €10 million collected, these organizations will have significant resources to support their initiatives throughout the year.
The Donation Milestone
For the third consecutive time, ZEvent surpassed the €10 million mark, reaching a total of €10,145,881. While this is slightly below the 2022 record of €10.18 million, it still ranks as the second-highest amount ever raised by the event. In comparison, the 2021 edition raised €10,064,480, demonstrating the consistent growth and influence of this charity initiative.
ZEvent's Broader Impact
More than just a fundraising event, ZEvent has become a cultural phenomenon within the Twitch community. It exemplifies how gaming and entertainment can unite people for a greater cause. Streamers leverage their platforms to mobilize their audiences, raising awareness and funding for essential social issues. This year’s edition further solidified ZEvent’s role as a key player in charity live-streaming.
Looking ahead, ZEvent is expected to continue expanding its reach and impact, as ZeratoR has expressed his desire to open the event to even more participants. The overwhelming success of ZEvent 2024 shows that online communities can make a tangible difference in the world, and the event's future editions will likely push these efforts even further.
Conclusion
ZEvent 2024 was a massive success, with over €10 million raised to support critical social causes. The combination of entertainment, generosity, and community spirit once again proved to be a powerful force for good. As we look forward to future editions, it's clear that ZEvent will continue to play a pivotal role in bringing together streamers, gamers, and audiences to create meaningful change.
