The annual Santa’s Helpers telethon on CHCO-TV returns Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, from 1–6 p.m. — with an earlier start time to meet what organizers anticipate will be an even greater need across the region this holiday season. The five-hour broadcast raises funds for holiday gifts for children and Christmas meals for families right here in Charlotte County. Every dollar stays local.
Viewers will be treated to performances from nearly 1,000 Charlotte County students, pre-recorded by CHCO-TV, filling living rooms with carols and community pride. Throughout the afternoon, local leaders — including Mayors Allan MacEachern and John Craig and MLA Kathy Bockus — will join volunteers, special guests and performers to read pledges on air and encourage giving.
Organizers are urging early donations this year.
“We’re seeing more families struggling with the basics,” said Lexi Brisley, elementary school teacher and president of Santa’s Helpers. “If you’re able to give, please give early. A pledge today means a child wakes up to Christmas, and a family sits down to a holiday meal.”
Businesses and community groups are especially encouraged to get in touch ahead of broadcast day to arrange giant-cheque presentations and brief on-air interviews with telethon hosts Vicki Hogarth and Jonathan Brittain. Early coordination ensures your contribution is spotlighted and your team has a chance to share why you’re giving back.
How to donate (early or during the show):
• E-transfer: santashelpers_chcotv@outlook.com (include contact info for a receipt)
• Phone on telethon day: 506-529-8826
• By mail (cheque): Santa’s Helpers of Charlotte County Inc., 8 McAdam Court, St. Stephen, NB, E3L 3G6 (Charitable Tax ID: 790294615RR0001)
Early-bird recognition for businesses (by Nov. 18):
• $500+ — on-air mini-interview & cheque presentation
• $250–$500 — two live mentions during the broadcast
More than a fundraiser, Santa’s Helpers is a community lifeline — and a celebration of how neighbours show up for one another. Tune in, call in, and give what you can. Sometimes it takes more than a village–it takes the whole county.
Broadcast details: Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025 | 1–6 p.m. | Live on CHCO-TV
