Candy is dandy but trick or treat for UNICEF has heft. And this year it turns 75!

NPR NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ari DanielOctober 30, 2025 at 01:20 PM
Candy is dandy but trick or treat for UNICEF has heft. And this year it turns 75!

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The UNICEF Halloween fundraising initiative, which encourages children to collect coins for underprivileged kids globally while trick-or-treating, celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Founded by a couple aiming to add significance to Halloween activities, the program has gained renewed importance according to some observers. Participants in the "Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF" campaign have been collecting donations since 1947, with funds directed towards supporting children in need worldwide. The initiative operates across various locations where Halloween is celebrated and emphasizes its relevance amid increasing global challenges faced by vulnerable populations.

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