Games Done Quick (GDQ) has set a new fundraising record during its annual summer event, raising $3,038,931 for Doctors Without Borders. GDQ is a charity organization that hosts video game speedrunning events twice a year, streaming live on Twitch.tv and encouraging viewers to donate to various charities. The event, titled “Summer Games Done Quick,” took place from July 2-11, 2021, and featured dozens of speedrunners playing through a variety of games. The money raised will go directly to the non-profit organization, which provides aid to people affected by conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. Since its inception in 2010, GDQ has raised over $34 million for various charities.
Games Done Quick sets Fundraising Record at its Annual Summer Charity Event
Introduction
Games Done Quick (GDQ), a biannual charity speedrunning event, has recently set a new fundraising record at its annual summer event. The organization raised a staggering $3,038,931 for Doctors Without Borders during the one-week event.
About GDQ
Games Done Quick is a charity organization that hosts video game speedrunning events twice a year. The events stream live on twitch.tv, and viewers are encouraged to donate to various charities. During the events, gamers play through games as quickly as possible, often breaking world records.
The Summer Event
The summer event, titled “Summer Games Done Quick,” took place from July 2-11, 2021, and featured dozens of speedrunners playing through a variety of games. Viewers donated in exchange for various incentives, such as naming characters in games or unlocking bonus content.
Breaking the Record
GDQ’s previous fundraising record was set in January 2021, when they raised $2.75 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. This year’s summer event saw a massive increase in donations, with a total of $3,038,931 raised for Doctors Without Borders.
Impact
The money raised by GDQ will go directly to Doctors Without Borders, an international medical humanitarian organization that provides aid to people affected by conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. GDQ has now raised over $34 million for various charities since its inception in 2010.
Conclusion
Games Done Quick’s annual summer event was a massive success, breaking fundraising records and providing much-needed support for Doctors Without Borders. The event showcased the incredible talent of speedrunners and the generosity of gamers around the world. We can’t wait for the next GDQ event and the impact it will undoubtedly have on the world.