Teleton 2026 begins with R$ 30 million fundraising goal

The 29th edition of the Teleton charity campaign begins this Friday, aiming to raise R$ 30 million for the Association for Assistance to Children with Disabilities (AACD). The funds are intended to support physical rehabilitation services, infrastructure, and technology, representing the equivalent of approximately 230,000 services provided by the Unified Health System (SUS).

The live broadcast starts at 10:30 PM on Friday and will continue through Sunday morning. The event features a variety of presenters and musical performances, including Celso Portiolli, Eliana, Xuxa Meneghel, and Ana Castela.

As part of the campaign, the regional broadcaster VTV is participating for the 14th consecutive year through the Desafio Teleton VTV. Executive director Marcus Mansur and presenter Marielle Jacon will appear on the SBT stage in São Paulo to reveal the total amount raised by the challenge, which involves participants engaging in physical activities like running or dancing to encourage donations.