Surrey local Dan Morris has completed an epic 15-hour streaming session on Twitch which doubled as a fundraiser that raised over £1700 for the UKs leading end of life charity Marie Curie.

The 34-year-old, who has been streaming since October 2022 completed and streamed an entire season of the popular game Football Manager to raise much needed money for the charity who supported his grandad Keith with expert hospice care at home in his final days.

Dan said a streaming fundraiser felt like a fitting tribute for his Grandad who introduced him to computer games as a child.

“He essentially sparked my interest in playing video games and he also loved a spreadsheet, so those who've played Football Manager will know it's essentially spreadsheets and data.”

Dan fundraised in honour of his Grandad Keith who also had a love for computer games

placeholder image — Dan fundraised in honour of his Grandad Keith who also had a love for computer games

Throughout the lengthy stream, over 500 different people tuned in to support Dan and donate to the cause close to his heart.

“It was a very long and emotional day! It means a huge amount to me that we raised what we did, the Football Manager community on Twitch are a wonderful bunch of people and incredibly generous and supportive.

“I'm sure my Grandad would've been proud that we'd raised money to help Marie Curie provide the same care he'd received to other people.”

Marie Curie last year provided direct support to more than 61,800 people through its services.

Dan streamed an entire season of Football Manager to raise money for Marie Curie

The charity provides expert end of life care for people with any illness they are likely to die from and those that care for them, through its free information and support line, as well as expert care in its hospices and in people’s own homes.

Community Fundraiser for Surrey Sophy Alexander says Dan’s unique fundraising efforts make such a difference to the charity and those they support.

“We love seeing our supporters and fundraisers like Dan get creative with their fundraising and doing fundraisers that are special to them and their loved ones while still helping raise much-needed funds to help our nurses and healthcare professionals to provide expert support and hospice care.

“Thanks to Dan and his special Twitch stream, Marie Curie will be able to be with more people right to the end no matter the illness.”

If you are interested in fundraising for Marie Curie, please visit: mariecurie.org.uk/get-involved/fundraise