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In this 2‑hour live YouTube stream, teenage prosthetic‑hand activist Tilly Lockey attempts a 26‑song karaoke challenge to raise money for Meningitis Now, the charity that supports meningitis survivors and funds vaccine research. The stream is a lively mix of cover performances (pop, Disney, opera, and original improvisations), spontaneous banter, and family participation – her mum, dad, and sister Luciana appear on‑camera, offering encouragement, song suggestions, and comedic interludes. Tilly repeatedly explains her personal connection to meningitis (she contracted it as an infant, resulting in limb loss and the need for bionic prostheses) and uses this narrative to motivate viewers to donate via JustGiving. Throughout the broadcast, the family tracks fundraising progress, announces milestones (£58, £80, £442, finally £520), and urges the audience to contribute (£1‑£2 per viewer, larger donations). Technical hiccups (microphone issues, device charging, YouTube navigation) are handled in real time, adding a casual, unscripted feel. The livestream culminates with a final song, a heartfelt thank‑you, and a promise to continue advocacy, while the chat floods with gratitude and donor shout‑outs.

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