KBKS' Bender Honored By Children's Miracle Network

Bender

iHEARTMEDIA Top 40 KBKS (106.1 KISS-FM)/SEATTLE morning host BENDER was named the 2014 ENGLISH RADIO PERSON OF THE YEAR by CHILDREN'S MIRACLE NETWORK and their hospitals.  BENDER was awarded the honor last week at CMN's annual Momentum/Celebration ceremony in ORLANDO, FL.  

"BENDER is a force to be reckoned with for the good and we love that," CMN Pres./CEO JOHN LAUCK said.  "This award not only reflects the great work in the last year, but the years of support that BENDER's put behind Radiothon for SEATTLE CHILDREN's."

BENDER has been the host and driving force behind KISS-FM's One Big KISS Radiothon, an annual event that has raised nearly $13 million dollars since 2002.   

"The entire 106.1 KISS FM family is PROUD and excited about BENDER winning the CMN Award!"  KISS-FM PD ERIC POWERS said. "His dedication and passion to help children and families in their time of need have been amazing to watch.  I’m so happy he’s being recognized at this level. BENDER is one of those rare talents that truly connects to his listeners and we could not be more excited about this very important recognition."

"This award is not only a great honor for BENDER, but recognition of the deep passion he has for the cause and his daily motivation to make a difference in the lives of others, especially children," iHEARTMEDIA/SEATTLE Market Pres. KENT HAEHL added. "I feel so fortunate to have him on the iHEARTMEDIA team here in SEATTLE."

KISS-FM's 14th annual One Big KISS for SEATTLE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL RADIOTHON will be held on December 17th!  Here's to another MILLION!!

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