A record $128,463 was pledged toward Nationwide Children’s Hospital during the third-annual La Mega 103.1 FM Radiothon, Nationwide Children’s and La Mega 103.1 FM Radio announced. The Radiothon kicked off Thursday, October 8, broadcasting from La Mega’s studio, and concluded Friday, October 9. The theme for the 2014 Radiothon was “Por Los Niños” (For the Children). With the help of La Mega’s passionate and committed staff, as well as their supportive and loyal listeners, the Radiothon’s 2014 total increased last year’s record by 25 percent.   Radiothons have been an integral part of Nationwide Children’s fundraising efforts, dating back to 1986. Today, Radiothons continue to be an important element to Nationwide Children’s fundraising strategy and have contributed millions of dollars in support. As one of the largest not-for-profit freestanding pediatric health care networks in the country, this event helps Nationwide Children’s accomplish its mission of providing care to all children and their families, regardless of their ability to pay.   -30-

 

Radiothons have been an integral part of Nationwide Children’s fundraising efforts, dating back to 1986. Today, Radiothons continue to be an important element to Nationwide Children’s fundraising strategy and have contributed millions of dollars in support. As one of the largest not-for-profit freestanding pediatric health care networks in the country, this event helps Nationwide Children’s accomplish its mission of providing care to all children and their families, regardless of their ability to pay.

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