Tim 'Trick2G' Foley is an online Twitch streamer and popular League of Legends player -- he hosted a charity stream recently, raising over $16,000. The money went directly to the Richmond SPCA, directly supporting his own community.
He is from Richmond, Virginia, and he is often recognized for his Udyr antics and high-level energy that he expresses on the League of Legends server, making him a prominent personality representing the game on Twitch for a number of years. This recent stream was not his first charitable one, he has worked with a number of charities and continues to provide his support with the platform. Richmond SPCA is dedicated to helping pets with adoption, veterinary care, and rehabilitation.
Communal Charity Gaming Streams
Trick2G Raises Over $16,000 on an Online Charity Stream
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