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Month in Review - May 2024
We are grateful to all of our supporters, especially those who use their platforms to share why they believe in our mission. Here are just a few words from some of our distinguished contributors:
"I believe the BFOA’s mission is critical. I have witnessed personally the very real and tremendous good the foundation does. Broadcasters contribute mightily to the well-being of our society, often at great sacrifice. I ask you to contribute whatever you can to help the BFOA support broadcasters when they need it the most.” - Kathy Kirby, Partner, Wiley
"It never ceases to amaze me - the Broadcasters Foundation touches so many, so deeply. We are witnesses firsthand to how it changes lives. Thank you to everyone involved with the BFOA for the important work that’s done every day.” -Mike Hayes, President, Hearst Television
The work that the Foundation does to support broadcasters is so important and really incredible. We need to make sure that everyone knows that they can turn to the BFOA. It’s such a wonderful organization. ” -Heather Cohen, President, The Weiss Agency
Thank you to everyone who supports our mission and shares our message with their radio and television colleagues. The more people that know about the BFOA, the more people we can help through challenging times.
This month, we are highlighting the great work of Chris Forgy and Saga Communications!
Saga Communications believes local media has the power to affect communities, and it is in that spirit that Saga has created an enduring Community Relations arm. Through the years, Saga radio stations have raised money for a variety of local charities - from food pantries, to children's hospitals, to veteran and first responder organizations - and this support continues to grow across the company.
This month, Chris Forgy and Saga Communications partnered with the BFOA to host a nationwide fundraising event, aptly named "Chris' Dare to Care Challenge". We are so grateful to everyone at Saga for their participation. Whether it be through a contribution or by sharing our message with a colleague in need, every dollar, email, and social media post aids our efforts to reach more radio and television professionals who face challenging times.
If you would like to setup a fundraising drive at your company, please contact Tim McCarthy, tim@thebfoa.org.
Memorial Day with DAV
This Memorial Day, while we honor and remember those we lost, we also want to recognize those who returned and need our support. Disabled Veterans of America (DAV) provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, in positive, life-changing ways.
Congratulations to all the Gracie winners! Thank you to AWMF for commemorating the remarkable achievements of women in media & acknowledging their invaluable contributions to storytelling and cultural transformation.
Join us at @iHeartMedia Studios on Thursday, June 13th for the 2nd Annual BFOA Media Mixers New York! We're excited to have the talented Gandhi host and a performance from Jackie Romeo (catch her on the most recent season of The Voice)! We'll see you there!
The BFOA provides more than just a hand-up to our broadcasting colleagues. We are a source of inspiration to our grant recipients, supporters and peers. Thank you for reading and sharing and be sure to follow @BroadcastersFDN!
Share your stories with us! If you have a narrative to share about your station, employees, or community, please feel free to send it to us at info@thebfoa.org.
