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BBC Children in Need aims to make a positive change to the lives of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. In 2008 the BBC Children in Need Appeal raised over £38m – and plans to do the same, if not better, this year.
Every year, thanks to public donations and the amazing efforts of fundraisers, schools, businesses and corporate partners, BBC Children in Need provides help and support to thousands of youngsters aged 18 and under.
Expect lots of fun and entertainment as Sir Terry Wogan, Tess Daly and Alesha Dixon launch the 30th BBC Children in Need Appeal on Friday 20 November, 7pm on BBC1.
Among the highlights are special instalments of Merlin, Casualty, Walk on the Wild Side and Lark Rise to Candleford, plus a preview of the Doctor Who Christmas special. Musical performances come from the casts of EastEnders, Hollyoaks, The One Show and The Bill, as well as JLS, Taylor Swift, Westlife and, er, the BBC newsreaders
You can instantly donate £5 to BBC Children in Need by texting DONATE to 70077. You'll get a text confirming you've donated and the full fiver will go to BBC Children in Need. Alternatively, make an online donation by visiting bbc.co.uk/pudsey/donate/.
With the Government's Gift AID scheme BBC Children in Need can collect an extra £1.40 for every £5 donated. You’ll find out what you need to do when you donate online but if you donate via text visit bbcchildreninneed.mobi/ChildrenInNeed.aspx to register for gift aid.
You can also help raise money by purchasing BBC Children in Need’s official merchandise. Why not stop by an Orange store and get a Pudsey Bear phone charm exclusively from Orange? The charms are on sale until Sunday 22 November.
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