BFOA Announces “Radio Giving Day”
“We need to make sure everyone working in radio stations across America is aware of what we do,” said Tim McCarthy, Co-President of the Broadcasters Foundation. “It’s a tragedy to think that one of our colleagues in need might qualify for aid but doesn’t know about us. We’re asking everyone in radio to spread the word, especially if they know someone who we might be able to help.”
McCarthy added, “We’re very grateful to the broadcast radio companies that have joined us in support of Radio Giving Day. To date, the Broadcasters Foundation has provided financial assistance to every radio broadcaster who qualified, and that is a track record we aim to maintain. The requests for aid continue to increase exponentially every year. We’re asking every radio and TV professional in America to consider a donation of any size on Radio Giving Day and help us help those in our industry who need it most.”
Last year, the Broadcasters Foundation awarded $2 million in monthly and one-time emergency grants. Recipients are from all size markets and groups and a wide variety of positions, including current and former program directors, traffic managers, reporters, account executives, camera operators, production assistants, producers, board operators, promotions managers, on-air talent, and others. To make a donation to the BFOA on Radio Giving Day, radio pros can click here.
To apply for financial aid or to make a general donation, visit broadcastersfoundation.org, call 212-373-8250, or email info@thebfoa.org.