The 22nd Annual KISS Country Cares Radiothon, presented by Anidjar & Levine Accident Attorneys, raised more than $344,000 to support the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation. Funds will help advance specialized pediatric services, support programs for patients and families, and further the hospital’s mission to provide exceptional,compassionate care for children across South Florida.
Listeners, donors, sponsors and community partners came together throughout the two-day event, contributing both on-air and online to support the cause. The radiothon featured special guest appearances by South Florida baseball legend Jeff Conine, Miami Marlin Griffin Conine and WWE wrestler and actor, Roman Reigns, whose involvement helped energize the community and inspire additional giving.
We are deeply grateful for the incredible generosity shown during this year’s KISS Cares Radiothon,” said Kelley Morris, president of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Memorial Foundations. Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting the children and families who depend on Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. The unwavering commitment of our donors, sponsors, and the KISS Country team is a powerful reminder of what a compassionate, united community can achieve.”
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is one of the nation’s leading pediatric hospitals, offering a comprehensive scope of healthcare services and programs in a caring, compassionate setting designed specifically for children. The level one pediatric trauma center combines advanced technology, the expertise of some of the region’s most diverse, board-certified specialists, and a patient and family-centered focus to heal the body, mind, and spirit. Part of Memorial Healthcare System, the pediatric hospital in Hollywood, Florida, recently doubled in size, adding four floors, including a comprehensive cardiac care floor, an intra-operative MRI, an inpatient rehabilitation gym, family and staff support areas, and the 14th Garth Brooks Teammates for Kids Child Life Zone, among other offerings.