We Will Overcome!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation reached the decision to allow private individuals to support the COVD-19 Relief Fund. You can now donate via our website and through Facebook.
37 Ventilators for COVID-19 Patients
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation was able to secure the purchase of 37 ventilators for hospitals treating COVID-19 patients in Poland. The equipment was purchased for almost PLN 2 500 000 (EUR 540 000).
150 Beds En Route to ICUs
Nineteen hospitals with ICU facilities which are tasked with treating COVID-19 patients will receive specialised beds. The hospitals for infectious diseases, which are on the frontline of the fight with the virus, were chosen in cooperation with the Polish Ministry of Health.
New Covid-19 Relief Purchases
Our charity has already signed contracts for the purchase of ICU beds and thousands of personal protection equipment sets
PLN 20 000 000 to Combat Coronavirus Outbreak
Our charity allocated PLN 20 000 000 (EUR 4 400 000) to support Polish health agencies fighting coronavirus outbreak. We will donate 50 thousand sets of personal protection equipment, 150 ICU beds, and machine for Covid-19 detection.
Fresh News
We Will Overcome!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation reached the decision to allow private individuals to support the COVD-19 Relief Fund. You can now donate via our website and through Facebook.
37 Ventilators for COVID-19 Patients
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation was able to secure the purchase of 37 ventilators for hospitals treating COVID-19 patients in Poland. The equipment was purchased for almost PLN 2 500 000 (EUR 540 000).
150 Beds En Route to ICUs
Nineteen hospitals with ICU facilities which are tasked with treating COVID-19 patients will receive specialised beds. The hospitals for infectious diseases, which are on the frontline of the fight with the virus, were chosen in cooperation with the Polish Ministry of Health.
New Covid-19 Relief Purchases
Our charity has already signed contracts for the purchase of ICU beds and thousands of personal protection equipment sets
PLN 20 000 000 to Combat Coronavirus Outbreak
Our charity allocated PLN 20 000 000 (EUR 4 400 000) to support Polish health agencies fighting coronavirus outbreak. We will donate 50 thousand sets of personal protection equipment, 150 ICU beds, and machine for Covid-19 detection.
Beds for ICUs for PLN 4 000 000
Our charity secured the purchase of 150 beds for intensive care units at 19 hospitals which are tasked with treating coronavirus patients.
Let's Help!
As Poland has gone into lock-down, encouraging people to self-isolate to slow down the spread of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19), there are many people who might require help with day-to-day tasks. Fortunately, the GOCC volunteers and activists are there to help!
Ambulance from GOCC for Szczecin
During the Sunday Grand Finale fundraiser result announcement, we presented a brand new ambulance which will be donated to "Zdroje" Public Hospital in Szczecin.
PLN 186 133 610,66 raised in aid of children's medicine!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity broke yet another fundraising record - bringing a fractured society together in a show of solidarity, friendship, and generosity at the same time. The fundraiser, which is held annually since 1993, is one of the most important social events in the country.
Grand Finale Result Announcement in Warsaw
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation will announce the result of our annual charity fundraiser in Warsaw.
Working to Improve Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Our charity aims to improve the conditions at psychiatric wards for children and adolescents not only by purchasing medical equipment and hospital furniture, but also by engaging in meaningful discussions with the professionals in the field to seek long-term solutions.
"Saving Childen's & Youth Psychiatric Care" Debate
Senate and the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation in a joint effort to address the needs of Polish children's and youth and psychiatric care will host an expert debate.
Newborn Hearing Screening
This biggest preventive initiative ensures that each child born in Poland has its hearing screened. A simple and painless procedure helps detect hearing defects in children at the earliest stage.
Every Fifth Medical Device Donated by GOCC
Business Insider Poland article reveals that the equipment we buy comes up to 22% of the state's purchases for the public hospitals. It means that each fifth medical device has been donated by the GOCC!
PLN 115 362 894 in Our Account
The sum of money in our Grand Finale account has reached the benchmark set by the preliminary result of the fundraiser announced at the end of the day. However, we are far from announcing the outcome of the collection!
The Most Touching Moments of the 28th Grand Finale
Grand Finale is the biggest public charitable collection - it is a very special day when nothing is impossible. It's a day made out of hundreds of thousands of beautiful stories - here are 5 touching moments we found!
Don't Miss
New Covid-19 Relief Purchases
Our charity has already signed contracts for the purchase of ICU beds and thousands of personal protection equipment sets
PLN 186 133 610,66 raised in aid of children's medicine!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity broke yet another fundraising record - bringing a fractured society together in a show of solidarity, friendship, and generosity at the same time. The fundraiser, which is held annually since 1993, is one of the most important social events in the country.
Grand Finale Result Announcement in Warsaw
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation will announce the result of our annual charity fundraiser in Warsaw.
Every Fifth Medical Device Donated by GOCC
Business Insider Poland article reveals that the equipment we buy comes up to 22% of the state's purchases for the public hospitals. It means that each fifth medical device has been donated by the GOCC!
Light Up the Sky and Tribute to Paweł Adamowicz
Traditionally, we intend to send a message to the Good Angels to show then that here, on Earth are people who have wings too. It is a message of hope, solidarity, and unity.
Kicking off the Grand Finale with a Record
It's Saturday evening, and we still have hours to go before the Grand Finale fundraiser... and we already raised PLN 11 850 688! It's PLN 1 700 000 more than last year. We are beginning like we mean to go on.
Support the Objective of the Grand Finale
Come December all payments made in aid of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity will go towards the objective of the 28th Grand Finale fundraiser. It means that you can already make your first donation and help us buy medical equipment for children's hospitals across the country.
Grand Finale Concert in Warsaw
We are always faithful to our rock'n'roll roots, so to celebrate our move to entirely different locations with a stellar line-up at our traditional music extravaganza!
Medical equipment for PLN 106 000 000
Having raised a record sum of money, we have held a record-breaking open tender, where, assisted a team of medical experts, our charity has purchased medical equipment worth over PLN 160 000 000!
We have one BILLION!
It's unbelievable! We are overwhelmed and awed by your support!
Preliminary financial report of the 26th Grand Finale
We raise huge sums of money and we make sure to account for the money we spend on medical equipment and medical initiatives diligently. We aim to be a transparent and we publish preliminary and final financial reports online.
We need you...
... because you make it all happen! Show yourself and send us greetings and tell us about your experience or just say hello!
The best charitable auctions
It's the second week running since the Allegro charitable platform has been launched. We have selected some of the most interesting lots and items listed in aid of our charity.
New ambulance for Kraszewo
Children living in Kraszewo medical facility and hospice know how it is to take each day as it comes. We, on the other hand, know that we are obliged to provide the dedicated staff at the nursing care centre with top quality equipment.
Fighting cancer together!
Doctors and researchers agree that early diagnosis considerably increases the chances of successful cancer treatment. Inspired by the work done in the Regional Center for Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment in Zduńska Wola, we want to help establish more similar medical facilities across the country!
5 Easy Ways How to Become a Great Volunteer
Everyone can volunteer with the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation, and we have 5 tips on how to make your experience fundraising for our charity memorable and pleasant.
Medical
We Will Overcome!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation reached the decision to allow private individuals to support the COVD-19 Relief Fund. You can now donate via our website and through Facebook.
37 Ventilators for COVID-19 Patients
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation was able to secure the purchase of 37 ventilators for hospitals treating COVID-19 patients in Poland. The equipment was purchased for almost PLN 2 500 000 (EUR 540 000).
150 Beds En Route to ICUs
Nineteen hospitals with ICU facilities which are tasked with treating COVID-19 patients will receive specialised beds. The hospitals for infectious diseases, which are on the frontline of the fight with the virus, were chosen in cooperation with the Polish Ministry of Health.
New Covid-19 Relief Purchases
Our charity has already signed contracts for the purchase of ICU beds and thousands of personal protection equipment sets
PLN 20 000 000 to Combat Coronavirus Outbreak
Our charity allocated PLN 20 000 000 (EUR 4 400 000) to support Polish health agencies fighting coronavirus outbreak. We will donate 50 thousand sets of personal protection equipment, 150 ICU beds, and machine for Covid-19 detection.
Ambulance from GOCC for Szczecin
During the Sunday Grand Finale fundraiser result announcement, we presented a brand new ambulance which will be donated to "Zdroje" Public Hospital in Szczecin.
PLN 186 133 610,66 raised in aid of children's medicine!
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity broke yet another fundraising record - bringing a fractured society together in a show of solidarity, friendship, and generosity at the same time. The fundraiser, which is held annually since 1993, is one of the most important social events in the country.
Working to Improve Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Our charity aims to improve the conditions at psychiatric wards for children and adolescents not only by purchasing medical equipment and hospital furniture, but also by engaging in meaningful discussions with the professionals in the field to seek long-term solutions.
"Saving Childen's & Youth Psychiatric Care" Debate
Senate and the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation in a joint effort to address the needs of Polish children's and youth and psychiatric care will host an expert debate.
Newborn Hearing Screening
This biggest preventive initiative ensures that each child born in Poland has its hearing screened. A simple and painless procedure helps detect hearing defects in children at the earliest stage.
The Most Touching Moments of the 28th Grand Finale
Grand Finale is the biggest public charitable collection - it is a very special day when nothing is impossible. It's a day made out of hundreds of thousands of beautiful stories - here are 5 touching moments we found!
Gifts from Medical Suppliers
Even though the first purchases made with the money raised at the 28th Grand Finale are still well ahead in the future, medical supplier companies gifted several pieces of equipment to different hospitals.
What is our Medical Objective?
Each Grand Finale fundraiser has a medical objective - we raise money to buy equipment for children's hospitals. Each year, we set a very clear fundraising goal. This year we are going to support paediatric surgery and subsequent treatment.
Equipment for over PLN 10 000 000 for Hospital in Poznań
Another state-of-the-art CT suite opened at the teaching hospital in Poznań. CT scanner worth over PLN 7 000 000 is the most advanced device available on the market and one of the three currently serving in European hospitals.
Gold Synapse for the GOCC
We were honoured to receive the Gold Synapse award from the Polish Psychiatric Association. We were nominated in the "Friend of Psychiatry" category. We are delighted that our commitment to improving conditions at paediatric psych wards in Poland.
Objective of the 2020 Grand Finale fundraiser
The medical objective of the upcoming Grand Finale fundraiser, which will take place on Sunday, January 12th, 2020 will focus on raising money to ensure the highest standards of diagnostics and care in paediatric surgery and treatment. Our motto is Wind in Our Sails!
Regional
The Most Touching Moments of the 28th Grand Finale
Grand Finale is the biggest public charitable collection - it is a very special day when nothing is impossible. It's a day made out of hundreds of thousands of beautiful stories - here are 5 touching moments we found!
GOCC Going Global
Our initiative travels the world! We are "playing" on all continents, wherever there is a vibrant, energetic Polish community abroad. We are very proud of our friends who decide to play with our Orchestra in the most remote corners of the world.
Equipment for over PLN 10 000 000 for Hospital in Poznań
Another state-of-the-art CT suite opened at the teaching hospital in Poznań. CT scanner worth over PLN 7 000 000 is the most advanced device available on the market and one of the three currently serving in European hospitals.
Grand Finale Concert in Warsaw
We are always faithful to our rock'n'roll roots, so to celebrate our move to entirely different locations with a stellar line-up at our traditional music extravaganza!
Ambulance for Białystok children's hospital
We are overjoyed to have been able to donate a modern, fully equipped ambulance to children's hospital in Białystok. The vehicle, worth over 500 000 PLN will serve the hospital which treats over 20 000 patients annually.
Fighting cancer together!
Doctors and researchers agree that early diagnosis considerably increases the chances of successful cancer treatment. Inspired by the work done in the Regional Center for Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment in Zduńska Wola, we want to help establish more similar medical facilities across the country!
45 000 000 PLN for neonatal wards
The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity has purchased nearly 3 000 pieces of state-of-the-art medical equipment for neonatal units across the country. The charity has bought this equipment for 45.542.821,39 PLN (over 10 000 000 EUR).
Meet the players!
Wondering who will be facing off with the team from TVN during the game on September the 9th? Watch the video to meet the players representing the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation!
Almost 5 000 pieces of equipment!
During the 50th Open Tender, we have signed contracts to purchase almost 5 000 pieces of different equipment. Medical experts purchased equipment for paediatric and neonatal units as well as pull-down beds and recliners for parents, who stay by their children's side.
Jerzy Owsiak is the most admired Pole!
Founder, chairman of the board and a long-term volunteer of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation has been named the most admired public figure in Poland by the YouGov ranking for 2018.
New abulance for a Krakow hospital
The representatives of the Foundation, Jurek and Lidia have officially donated the fully-equipped ambulance to University Children's Hospital in Kraków. The emergency vehicle is worth nearly 600 thousand PLN.
First aid training in Kalisz
CPR for Schools instructors arrived in Kalisz to show primary school teachers how to present first aid knowledge to their young pupils.
A success in Munich
First Grand Finale in Munich, Germany will go down in history as a resounding success for the charity and volunteers have collected €16. 000!
Beautiful day in Wellington (NZ) to collect funds!
Armed in hats, sunscreens and water bottles, our colleagues from New Zealand held the fort! Thanks! You rock!
Grand Finale in Toruń
The team from the Collection Centre in Toruń invites you to take part in the weekend activities and events at the historic Fort IV in Toruń.
Hornsund - GOCC in the Arctic
Gadgets from the edges of the world from Polish Polar Station on Svalbard! Handmade and one-of-a-kind souvenirs from the team of researchers and scientists.
