2024-12-09 21:15:00
Here are the next artists of the 33rd Grand Finale concert!
48 days before the Summer Blaze in January, Jurek Owsiak announced another batch of artists who will perform at the Warsaw concert of the 33rd Grand Finale of GOCC, during his weekly radio show. On January 26th, legends of Polish alternative music will take the stage at the PGE Narodowy meadows: Sztywny Pal Azji, Mr Zoob, and the beloved Wojtek Szumański, known to the Pol'and'Rock Festival's Audience.
2024-12-02 20:40:00
Here are the next stars of the 33rd Grand Finale concert!
Only 55 days remain until the 33rd Grand Finale! Preparations are picking up pace, and today we have exciting news for you – we’re announcing three more stars of the main concert in Warsaw. On the meadows of the PGE Narodowy, we will hear the legend of Polish punk rock - The Bill, the energetic trio - Dziwna Wiosna, and the charismatic - Renata Przemyk. Get to know them better!
2024-11-25 20:45:00
Meet the first stars of the 33rd Grand Finale concert
With less than two months to go the next edition of the Summer Breeze in January approaching fast! Warsaw will once again become the epicenter of extraordinary emotions. We're thrilled to announce the first three stars who will perform on the main stage at the PGE Narodowy!
2024-10-21 13:10:57
100 Collection Centres already on board!
Just days after opening registrations, 467 Collection Centres have signed up to participate in the 33rd Grand Finale fundraiser organised by the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity, with 100 centres already confirmed! Registration for Collection Centres will remain open until 18 November 2024, and the number of volunteers continues to grow. On 26 January 2025, we will unite to support paediatric oncology and hematology.
2024-10-16 13:00:00
We’re playing for children’s oncology and hematology!
Exactly 102 days before the 33rd Grand Finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity, Jurek Owsiak announced the medical objective for our upcoming winter fundraiser, during an attempt to break the world record for first aid. On 26 January 2025, we will unite once again to fight childhood cancer!
2024-10-02 14:25:00
Successful Purchase for Pulmonology: Summary of the 72nd Open Tender
The GOCC Foundation has successfully completed another significant purchase in support of pulmonology, the main focus of the 32nd Grand Finale. Between 30 September and 2 October, the Foundation held the 72nd Ope Tender, leading to the acquisition of vital medical equipment for hospitals across the country.
2024-09-16 09:05:00
GOCC helps in fight against floods
The GOCC is ready to help in response to the natural disaster in the country.
2024-08-29 14:40:16
Collection Centres Registration Opens on 16 October!
This is your opportunity to become part of the biggest charitable event in Poland and beyond, helping to raise funds for yet another life-saving cause.
2024-06-20 17:55:00
We’re off on a shopping spree on Monday!
The 32nd Grand Finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity (GOCC) was dedicated to acquiring equipment for diagnosing, monitoring, and rehabilitating patients in pulmonology wards – catering to both children and adults. Just under five months after the campaign ended, we are ready to make our first purchases of equipment.
2024-06-12 11:40:00
The GOCC in foreign media
Reflecting on the past few months, we are filled with immense happiness and pride. Together with you, our dedicated volunteers, we have achieved so much. It is equally gratifying to see our efforts recognised beyond Poland’s borders.
2024-06-04 14:27:25
Extra purchases in the fight against sepsis!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity (GOCC) Foundation continues its battle against sepsis! Thanks to the funds raised during the 31st Grand Finale, we have already equipped 208 facilities across Poland with 510 pieces of specialist equipment. Now, we are making additional purchases to further enhance the diagnostic capabilities of microbiological laboratories!
2024-06-04 13:20:00
With the Great Orchestra across continents!
During the 32nd Grand Finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity, an astounding 1,685 Collection Centres joined in, including 100 in 23 countries worldwide! Thanks to the immense dedication of our volunteers, the Orchestra's spirit resonated across 5 continents and even reached both poles! On 28th January, we witnessed an extraordinary global celebration.
2024-05-28 13:02:43
6th International Collection Centres meet-up!
From 23rd to 26th May, in the sunny town of Lloret de Mar, Spain, the 6th International Collection Centres Get-Together took place. This special event brought together nearly 100 representatives from 34 Collection Centres across 13 countries, all united by their dedication to organising the GOCC Grand Finales outside of Poland.
2024-05-24 15:20:00
Case Study: GOCC in a scientific publication!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity (GOCC) has been featured in Philip Kotler's book "Essentials of Modern Marketing - Poland Edition," showcasing the modern technologies used by the Foundation. This significant inclusion highlights the innovative methods employed by the GOCC in the realm of volunteering and fundraising.
2024-05-14 09:35:00
To the world's ends and beyond!
The Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences jumped on board with the 32nd Grand Finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity by tossing into the mix the chance to sling your name into the cosmos – well, sort of. They offered up the opportunity to win an engraving on the shell of a photometer set to kick it 1.5 million kilometres from our little blue marble. The winner of the auction was Paweł Orepuk, bidding PLN 10,099.
2024-05-09 17:05:00
Ophthalmologists and Ophthalmology Day in the GOCC Foundation
On 9th May, we celebrate Ophthalmologists and Ophthalmology Day, a holiday that is particularly significant for our Foundation. Since 2001, our Programme for the Prevention and Treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity has been safeguarding the eyesight of our little heroes!
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