Streamer Raises $104K for LGBTQ+ Charity in Emotional Tribute

In a heartfelt tribute, popular Twitch streamer Ludwig Ahgren hosted a charity livestream on November 14, 2025, raising an impressive $104,094 for The Trevor Project, an organization supporting LGBTQ+ youth. The event was organized to honor Kanabana, one of Ahgren's long-time viewers who had passed away a few weeks earlier.

Kanabana had been watching Ahgren since his early days when he had only around 100 viewers. She was a beloved figure in the community, known for her amusing and energetic presence in the chat. Ahgren shared that Kanabana's support had been instrumental in his journey to becoming a full-time creator, and that she had felt free to be herself in his community as a transgender individual.

Moved by Kanabana's memory, Ahgren titled the livestream "Speedrunning Ludwig Charity Stream, At $100K I Dye My Hair Blonde." The goal was to raise funds for The Trevor Project, which provides crisis hotlines, mental health support, and emergency assistance for LGBTQ+ youth across the United States. Viewers from around the world joined the broadcast and donated generously, ultimately exceeding the $100,000 target.

After the final tally was revealed, Ahgren expressed his gratitude to the community, saying, "I think we have a really special community. I appreciate you guys very much, and I think we should do this every year." He then reminded viewers that he would be bleaching his hair blonde as promised. Ahgren closed the stream with a heartfelt message for Kanabana, thanking her for her unwavering support and saying, "Rest in peace, Kanabana."