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BFoA Launches Annual Year-End Giving Campaign For Donations to Help Colleagues in Need.  imThe Broadcasters Foundation of America has launched its annual Year-End Giving Campaign, which seeks to raise donations from tax-deductible personal contributions to the Guardian Fund and corporate contributions to the Angel Initiative. The Broadcasters Foundation, a 501c3 charity, is the only charity devoted exclusively to helping colleagues who are in dire need of monthly or emergency financial assistance due to life-altering illness or a disaster. “We are devoted exclusively to providing aid to colleagues in broadcasting who are suffering from extreme illness, or hardship from a devastating disaster,” stated Tim McCarthy, president of the Broadcasters Foundation. “We also take care of colleagues who have retired. Grants are supported solely by contributions from individuals and companies within our industry and offer a ‘hand-up’ to our colleagues during trying times. We’re asking everyone in broadcasting to please consider including the Broadcasters Foundation in your 2024 charitable giving.”  Over the past 20 years, the Broadcasters Foundation has distributed over $15 million in aid to colleagues nationwide, across all states and territories, who need it most. “Requests for aid continue to grow exponentially as more of our peers and their families are affected by severe illness or disasters, such as the recent flurry of destructive hurricanes,” explained Scott Herman, chairman of the Broadcasters Foundation. “Whether it’s a monthly grant or one-time aid in response to an emergency, the Broadcasters Foundation is often a refuge and beacon of hope for colleagues whose lives have been upended by unforeseen and tragic circumstances. Please consider a donation. Donations go directly to helping our colleagues who are in desperate need.”  For more information about the Broadcasters Foundation, including how to apply for aid or make a donation, visit www.broadcastersfoundation.org, or contact 212-373-8250 or info@thebfoa.org.

 

Trans Siberian Orchestra
Siberian Orchestra Delivers a Powerful “Star-Spangled Banner” for Radio.  The Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO), the rock group known for its epic Christmas concerts, has released a special rendition of the “Star-Spangled Banner.” With this interpretation of the national anthem, TSO honors the brave men and women who have served our country, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice. TSO’s music director, Al Pitrelli, tells TALKERS, “I grew up in a military family. Both of my grandparents, my father, and uncles, served. Two of my children are currently serving. The Armed Forces is an important thing in my family and the TSO family. We always make sure to acknowledge all they do for this country.” This powerful performance has been made available for radio to air on Veterans Day and throughout the year.
For more information contact: Mike McVay – mikemcvay@mcvaymedia.com