Des Moines’ KJJY Raises $149K for Variety’s Compassion Fund
Cumulus Media’s Des Moines Country station 92.5 KJJY wrapped up its annual Two Days of Compassion Radiothon, raising $149,335 to benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity. Held on December 10 and 11, the event also delivered 597 teddy bears to hospitalized children.
2024 Radio Ink Season of Giving Nears Milestones With $9M Week
The holiday spirit is thriving across radio, as stations continue to inspire generosity in their communities. In week six, an incredible $9,206,249.92 was raised - bringing the 2024 Radio Ink Season of Giving Tally to $19.9 million.
Country Radio Rallies for St. Jude as Holiday Generosity Shines
The holiday season continues to bring an outpouring of generosity from Country radio stations across the nation, as markets from the Bay Area to Boston host radiothons to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - raising millions to fight cancer.
MGK Turkey Drop Collects Thousands of Birds for Philly Families
The annual 102.9 MGK Turkey Drop collected 4,575 turkeys in four hours to benefit families in the Philadelphia area. Held on November 26, the live broadcast featured WMGK Morning Host Matt Cord, joined by Program Director and Midday Host Eric Johnson.
Dallas Country Stations Raise $1.3M for Cook Children’s Hospital
For 26 hours, Cumulus Media’s Dallas/Fort Worth Country stations, New Country 96.3 (KSCS) and 99.5 The Wolf (KPLX), partnered for the Cook Children’s Radiothon. Their efforts raised an incredible $1,327,708.92 via listener donations and community partners.
Bryan Broadcasting Wraps Up 2024 with Giving in Aggieland
Bryan Broadcasting is closing out 2024 with a season of giving, dedicating its airwaves and efforts to initiatives that made a meaningful impact across Texas' Brazos Valley - like raising over $1.2 million for local non-profits and distributing turkeys to families in need.
Preston & Steve Lead WMMR’s Camp Out For Hunger to $1M
Philadelphia’s 93.3 WMMR, through its annual Preston & Steve Camp Out For Hunger, raised nearly 1.7 million pounds of food and over $995,710 in cash donations. The event supports Philabundance, the Delaware Valley’s largest hunger relief organization.
Audacy Milwaukee Raises $100K in Toys and Care for Foster Kids
Audacy Milwaukee’s 105.7 The Fan raised $100,000 during its 18th annual Toy Drive to support the Robyn’s Nest program at Children’s Wisconsin. The funds will help provide gifts, clothing, hygiene items, and other supplies for children in foster care.
KRBE’s ‘Houston’s Little Heroes’ Raises $164K for Texas Kids
Cumulus Media’s 104.1 KRBE raised $164,012 during its third annual Houston’s Little Heroes event, supporting Texas Children’s Hospital. The event occurred on December 5, beginning with a live broadcast from TCH by The Roula & Ryan Show.
KISM, Mt. Vernon Police Spread Holiday Cheer to Hundreds of Kids
Saga Communications' KISM 92.9 teamed up with the Mt. Vernon Police Department for the annual Pack a Patrol Car toy drive, achieving record-breaking results. The 2024 campaign gathered over 750 toys, $1,245 in gift cards, and $360 in cash.
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