Foundation, celebrities raise money for Colombia’s disabled

Teleton Colombia joins forces with an assortment of Colombian celebrities this weekend in a 27 hour live telethon to raise money for Colombia’s disabled.

However, while the foundation does receive government funding, it also relies on donations from the public.

Live from Bogota, the 27 hour fundraiser will begin on Friday March 8 at 10pm and run until 2am on Sunday March 10. The event will be hosted by famous Colombian model, Andrea Serna, and well known newscaster Felipe Arias. The two will relate the touching life stories of those who have benefited from funds raised in the past by Teleton Colombia.

Members of the public can learn more about donating via the Telefon Colombia website.

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