BBC
The BBC has been raising money on behalf of charities since 1926 and charity appeals are an important part of its role as a public service broadcaster. Each year, in addition to raising knowledge and awareness of charitable work, BBC programmes raise an average of more than £70m, supporting hundreds of different charities across the UK.
“For [DEC] emergency appeals, through the Rapid Response Network, the BBC is able to work in partnership with other broadcasters and media. This unique collaboration gives the public the opportunity to support the valuable work of the DEC and its member agencies in saving the lives and livelihoods of people in situations of dire humanitarian need.”
Mark Thompson, Director-General, BBC