We Are Broadcasters
National Association of Broadcasters

WPLR-FM, WDRC-FM Raise $120,000 for Children’s Hospital


Topic: Youth-Focused Initiatives
Posted on 9/3/2015

Connoisseur Media’s WPLR-FM and WDRC-FM Hartford, Conn. raised nearly $120,000 on Aug. 13 in the "Connecticut Children’s Radiothon." On-air personalities Chaz and AJ broadcast live beginning at 5:30 a.m. from the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. The radiothon, which has raised $2 million in 12 years, included inspiring stories and interviews with patients, families and staff. Click here to watch video.



Read more stories on Youth-Focused Initiatives »





How Broadcasters Serve Their Communities

More than 2.47 million American jobs depend on broadcasting, and the local broadcast radio and television industry - and the businesses that depend on it - generate $1.17 trillion annually for the nation's economy.


View State-by-State Data »