Radiothon for Kids

Upstate Foundation's two-day Radiothon for Kids raises $221,906

The Upstate Foundation’s Radiothon for Kids raised $221,906 in two days of fundraising, thanks to hundreds of community donations. The radiothon was held Feb. 11 and 12. Nearly 1,400 donors contributed to the Radiothon.

"We are deeply grateful for the incredible generosity shown by our Central New York community during this year’s Radiothon for Kids. We raised $221,906 in just two days, all of which will directly support children and families in need at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. This outpouring of support ensures that our most vulnerable patients have the resources they need—whether it’s meals, transportation, or access to critical technology,” said Danielle Bright of the Upstate Foundation.

Thank you to the community! Click here to read full story about the Radiothon two-day event.

Tuesday and Wednesday • February 11 & 12, 2025 • 5 am – 6:30 pm
iHeartMedia radio stations • Newsradio 570 WSYR and Y94, in partnership with CNY Central

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Radiothon for Kids has raised funds that support unmet needs like meals and gas cards for families with hospitalized children, car seats when needed, comfort items, distraction toys, new equipment, and items for the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital Child Life Program– iPads, Chrome books, kiddie transport vehicles, and so much more.

The Upstate Foundation is partnering with iHeartMedia for this annual fundraiser that supports pediatric services at Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital. “It’s heartwarming to know that the Central New York community rallies each year to support sick and injured children,” said Toni Gary, assistant vice president for development at the Upstate Foundation.

Since Radiothon began in 2003, the event has raised more than $2 million for Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital.