WLIB’s Impressive Contribution to St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Joining the fight against pediatric catastrophic diseases, WLIB 1190 , a beacon of Gospel, Inspiration, and Information, recently held its successful 10th annual radio-thon to support the noble cause of St. Jude Children’s Hospital. By harnessing the power of Gospel music and motivation, WLIB has once again shown its commitment to uplifting its audience and making a substantial difference in the world. Over the years, WLIB has raised an astounding total of over $1.5 million for St. Jude, aiding their mission to advance cures and means of prevention. Let’s delve deeper into this inspiring initiative.
WLIB’s Amazing Fundraising Drive for St. Jude Children’s Hospital
WLIB 1190 hosted its 10th annual radio-thon to support St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Their mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases truly resonates with WLIB’s goal to inspire and uplift its audience through the power of Gospel music and motivation. During the two-day radio-thon, WLIB and on-air hosts including Liz Black, the Yolanda Adams Morning Show, and Bishop Hezekiah Walker & Neicy Tribbet from Afternoon Praise broadcasted ” target=”_blank”> from the New York studios, while volunteers accepted pledges over the phone. Together with the community, WLIB has raised over $1.5 million since working with St. Jude to support their efforts to fight against cancer and diseases affecting our children.
Testimony of Triumph and Hope
Five-year-old Aniya, who was diagnosed at age three with pineoblastoma, a rare and dangerous brain tumor, visited the studios during the radio-thon. Aniya fought through, undergoing chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery, and is now cancer-free, enjoying school and playing with her friends.
WLIB’s Commitment to St. Jude’s Mission
“We are humbled to be able to support St. Jude Children’s Hospital each year,” states Deon Levingston, General Manager of Emmis NY/WLIB. WLIB and all of Emmis New York support St. Jude’s efforts to find cures for the debilitating diseases that affect our youth. We hope the donations we raise each year will help advance that effort more efficiently, and we will soon be able to say we have found the cures we so desperately need.”
Radio-thon: A Staple Event for WLIB
“The St. Jude Radio-thon is a staple event for WLIB, and we’re proud to be able to use our brand and world-renowned personalities to help raise awareness in the battle against childhood cancers and diseases,” adds Cynthia Smith, Music of WLIB. “This year alone, we were able to raise more than $119,000 for the cause. Now it’s time to gear up for our annual trip to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in October, where we’re able to interact with children and their families in a personal setting.”
How to Donate
For more information on how to donate to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, visit StJude.org. To see videos and photos from this year’s event, head to WLIB.com or click here. A special thanks to Papa John’s for their generous food donations for volunteers and staff.
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