WGRF (97 Rock)/Buffalo Raises Over $280,000 In Make-A-Wish Radiothon

Fundraiser

CUMULUS MEDIA Classic Rock WGRF (97 ROCK)/BUFFALO raised over $280,000 for MAKE-A-WISH WESTERN NEW YORK in its 27^th Annual MAKE-A-WISH Radiothon airing for 28 hours SEPTEMBER 30^th through OCTOBER 1^st. The total exceeded last year’s event by $50,000. $67,000 of the funds came from a “Fill-the-Boot for Wishes” campaign by 17 local fire departments, and additional funds came from an auction of memorabilia, autographs, and experiences. 97 ROCK partnered with CBS affiliate WIVB-TV (NEWS 4) for the event.

MAKE-A-WISH WESTERN NEW YORK Regional Dir. BEN MARCHIONE said, “The Western NEW YORK community created so much hope, strength and joy for deserving kids faced with the toughest battles of their lives and we are so grateful.” 

MAKE-A-WISH WESTERN NEW YORK Sr. Manager/Brand, Communications and Community Engagement KATE GLASER said, “So many wish families stopped in to share their individual journeys and showcased how strong and resilient they truly are.”

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