6abc Joins "Oprah's Big Give"

(Philadelphia, PA) 6abc is kicking off a 5-week campaign to make Oprah's Big Give even bigger! Every Monday, Action News at 5 will highlight a different local charity to show you how it dramatically changes the lives of local people in need. Then, your chance to give is just a call or a click away! From 5-6pm, the 6abc Oprah's Big Give Hotline will be open to take your donations! Viewers can call 1-866-978-4232, or log on anytime to 6abc.com to make a donation, and to learn more about the five charities.

The 6abc Oprah's Big Give Hotline kicks off this March 17th and will highlight the following charities:

Monday, March 17th - Variety Club

Monday, March 24th - Police Athletic League

Monday, March 31st - USO

Monday, April 7th - Back On My Feet

Monday, April 14th - Salvation Army

Oprah's Big Give airs Sunday nights at 9, on 6abc. Then on Monday, you can give big to local charities, right here at home with Action News at 5, and 6abc.com.

Oprah's Big Give is sponsored locally by Mary Kay and Dunkin Donuts.

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