https://www.theguardian.com/games/2019/feb/28/geek-philanthropy-the-gamers-raising-millions-through-marathon-live-streams

Charities are reaping the benefits of these modern-day telethons as video game players fundraise live on the internet

There has been a quiet revolution in the world of philanthropy over recent years, driven by the fact that sitting down to play a video game until you fall over from sleep deprivation can raise thousands or even millions of dollars for charity – as long as you do it live on the internet.