A Historic Day of Solidarity in Argentina
On Saturday, August 8, 2026, the Argentine television network eltrece (one of the country's main broadcast channels) hosted the 35th edition of Un Sol para los Chicos. This traditional charity marathon achieved a record-breaking fundraising total of $2,427,921,106 Argentine pesos. The funds are destined for UNICEF to guarantee better opportunities for children and adolescents in Argentina and around the world.
For a foreign audience, it is worth noting that 'Un Sol para los Chicos' (A Sun for the Kids) is Argentina's most famous annual solidarity event, bringing together artists, journalists, and viewers for a marathon live broadcast that lasts throughout the afternoon and night. This year's motto was Cuidemos juntos lo que mas importa (Let's take care together of what matters most).
Hosting and Live Performances
The event was led by Guido Kaczka, one of Argentina's most beloved television hosts, who celebrated 15 years as the face of this noble initiative. He was joined by Mario Massaccesi, with co-hosting duties handled by Nazarena Di Serio and Gabriela Sobrado.
Music was a massive highlight of the night, with the studio lighting up for live performances by:
- Abel Pintos (a renowned Argentine folk-pop singer)
- Angela Leiva (a popular tropical music star who had everyone dancing to hits like 'Amnesia' and 'Amiga traidora')
- Axel (a famous Argentine pop singer-songwriter)
- K4OS
During the broadcast, Angela Leiva reflected on the event's meaning: Solidarity is an immense act of love by human beings, highlighting the crucial work of UNICEF and everyone who donated from their homes.
Reports From Argentina and the World
The program showcased the concrete impact of UNICEF's actions:
Julián Weich visited communities in Salta (a northern Argentine province), focusing on preventing malnutrition and promoting early childhood development.
Virginia Elizalde presented a story from Misiones (another northeastern province) about the importance of early stimulation and care.
Furthermore, the broadcast put into context the severe humanitarian crises affecting children in Sudan and the emergency in Venezuela, where UNICEF distributed 47 tons of humanitarian aid following recent earthquakes.