Radio Lollipop asks the nation to go red to bring laughter for kids in hospital
Australians are being encouraged to Go Red for Radio Lollipop, for a brand-new fundraising campaign celebrating 40 years of bringing joy, music and play to sick children.
The announcement:
Match & Wood, Nibble Edge and UnLtd are inviting Australians to Go Red for Radio Lollipop, for a brand-new fundraising campaign celebrating 40 years of bringing joy, music and play to children in hospitals.
The volunteer-run children’s charity is launching its first-ever Red Lollipop Day on 23 October, inviting communities across Australia to fundraise and support the next 40 years of its vital work. Supporters can get creative — wear red socks, sell cupcakes, host a sausage sizzle, or plan any fun, red-themed activity — to raise funds for children in hospital.
The campaign has been brought to life by Match & Wood, Nibble Edge and Finn Motion Media who have partnered with Radio Lollipop to amplify the fundraiser and encourage Australians to participate.
Victoria Valova, National Operations Director from Match & Wood said:
“The whole team at Match & Wood love working with Radio Lollipop. It’s been incredibly rewarding to use our media expertise to launch this new fundraiser and help amplify the incredible work Radio Lollipop does, bringing smiles and comfort to children when they need it the most.”
Radio Lollipop delivers play and entertainment directly to children through its dedicated volunteers, serving 13 hospitals across Queensland, Victoria, and Western Australia. Volunteers run ward-based activities and operate purpose-built studios where children can request songs, play games, and find moments of joy during some of their toughest day.
Melissa Sparta-Dawes, Charity Coordinator for Radio Lollipop said:
“Every night our volunteers become DJs, turning the studio microphone into a source of laughter and comfort for children in hospital. For those who cannot leave their wards, volunteers bring magic, bubbles, games, and music to the bedside, offering a welcome escape from pain and worry. The power of music and play is some of the best medicine we can give.”
Over 40 years in Australia, Radio Lollipop has entertained an estimated 1 million children, played hundreds of thousands of songs, and hosted countless games of UNO, creating lasting moments of joy for children and their families
For more information, to register, or to donate, visit https://www.radiolollipop.org/.
Source: UnLtd
