KDVR and KWGN Raises $520,000 for COVID-19 Relief

Topic: Vaccine Education
Posted on 7/17/2020

Nexstar’s KDVR and KWGN Denver raised more than $520,000 during a virtual food and supply drive to support Salvation Army efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. The stations held four virtual phone banks, produced multiple stories and focused newscasts around the cause.

The campaign launched on March 23 and continued through June. Thanks to the event The Salvation Army of Denver Metro has provided:

• More than 245,000 prepared meals
• More than 12,200 food boxes
• More than 109,000 nights of
shelter/lodging

“Navigating this unprecedented event has been challenging for every person in Colorado, and even more so for people who lost their jobs, businesses or savings as a result of COVID-19,” said Byron Grandy, Vice President and General Manager of KDVR/KWGN. “To have our viewers come together and generously donate more than a half-million dollars directly toward the relief efforts makes me very proud to be part of our community. We thank you for your amazing support.”

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