Radiothon sings for Rory, raises record amount for Children’s Memorial

On August 11th and 12th, Chicago radio station 101.9 FM, The Mix, took to the air for the Seventh Annual Eric & Kathy’s 36 Hour Radiothon benefiting Children’s Memorial Hospital. The Radiothon has raised over $8 million for the hospital over the past six years, and this year brought in a record $2 million in gifts in thirty-six hours.

Broadcasting live from the Siragusa Lobby of Children’s Memorial, energetic morning personalities shared the moving stories of children, parents, doctors, nurses, and staff in an effort to raise funds for this life-saving institution. Among the show’s magical moments was the airing of a song paying tribute to Rory and the heroic ways in which he responded to adversity.

The money raised from the event goes toward pediatric research, patient care, education, and advocacy. “The Radiothon showcases in such a powerful way the people, patients, and families who make Children’s Memorial such an exceptional place for our community,” said Kristin Hughes, Director of Major Gifts at The Children’s Memorial Foundation. “It’s stories like that of Rory Deutsch, and the support of organizations like The Rory David Deutsch Foundation, that inspires hope for the future.”

Thanks to the determined efforts of the staff at WTMX and the generous pledges of its listeners, the hospital continues to work toward medical advances that can make a difference in the lives of its young patients.