BBC Children in Need 2026 raises £38.7 million; Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and other stars also join the appeal
BBC Children in Need raised £38.7 million during its 2026 annual appeal. The event featured celebrity appearances, including Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, alongside young fundraisers and people taking on challenges for charity.

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BBC Children in Need 2026 raises £38.7 million; Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and other stars also join the appeal (opens Mint in a new tab)
BBC Children in Need raised £38.7 million during its 2026 annual appeal. The event featured celebrity appearances, including Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, alongside young fundraisers and people taking on challenges for charity.


