Radio One Charlotte, in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, will hold an all-day radiothon on Thursday, October 17, to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene. The event will run from 6am to 7pm across Radio One’s Charlotte stations, including WOSF, WBT, WFNZ, WLNK, WPZS, and WOSF-HD2. In addition to the radiothon, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina will hold an in-person supply drive from 8am to 5pm.
Proceeds from the radiothon will directly benefit Second Harvest Food Bank, which serves 24 counties-14 in North Carolina and 10 in South Carolina. The funds will aid relief efforts for those affected by the hurricane’s aftermath.
Radio One Charlotte Regional Vice President Marsha Landess emphasized the importance of the community’s support. “We are focusing the power of our six radio stations to help raise funds for the relief efforts for our neighbors in the western part of our state. We know their lives have been turned upside down, and we want to do our part to assist them in rebuilding and recovering,” said Landess. “Every dollar counts, whether large or small.”
Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina CEO Kay Carter stated, “The needs are great, and we want to thank all the radio stations and their listeners for considering a donation. We promise to use your donations wisely to provide food and other supplies throughout the affected areas.” Listeners can donate by texting HELP1 to 44834 or by visiting Radio One Charlotte’s websites to access the “Help One Another” link.
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