Radiothon Fundraiser Held for 20th Year Celebrates Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital

Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital celebrated its 20th Anniversary with the return of its most beloved and impactful fundraiser – the 100.7 WHUD Radiothon for the Kids.

Now in its 20th year, the 100.7 WHUD Radiothon for the Kids remains a major fundraiser for the Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. All donations made during the event held November 20-22 support the lifesaving and life-changing pediatric services offered by Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital to children from the Hudson Valley and beyond.

Throughout the three-day broadcast, 100.7 WHUD personalities spoke from the lobby of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital with patients and families who shared their stories of triumph over significant medical challenges. Generous partners supporting the 100.7 WHUD Radiothon for the Kids include Pamal Broadcasting, All Aboard Child Education Centers, Ben & Jerry’s, Coral Sea Pools, Genesis Jewelers, Just Lift Gym, Paul Gdanski Engineering, ShopRite Supermarkets, Southeast Kitchen and Bath, Splash Car Wash, Subaru of White Plains, Suburban Carting and Tompkins Community Bank.

Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital leaders Dr. Michael Gewitz and the hospital’s new Physician-in-Chief Dr. Erika Berman Rosenzweig spoke about the importance to donations to fund services such as the expansion of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Care Services, and Children’s Cardiac Surgery programs. 

This year’s patients in the spotlight were Mackenzie, 5, of Putnam County, who received care for toxic epidermal necrolysis, Christopher, 5, of Westchester County, who receives care for epilepsy, Olivia, 11, of Putnam County who received care for aplastic anemia, and Charles 11, of Westchester County who receives care for acute asthma.

The Radiothon is an annual program of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital is a member of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Donations can still be made here:

20th Annual 100.7 WHUD Radiothon Supports Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital

On November 20, 21 and 22, radio listeners tuned in to 100.7 WHUD FM to hear inspiring stories of hope and healing from patients and their families as WHUD broadcast live from the lobby of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Over the last 20 years, the WHUD Radiothon has raised over $6.2 million to support the children who receive life-saving services at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital.

In addition to those who called and texted their donations, members of Aspiring Medical Professionals, a new club at Mahopac High School, delivered 160 toys they’d collected, giving them to children hospitalized over the holidays.

Generous partners who supported the 100.7 WHUD Radiothon for the Kids included Pamal Broadcasting, All Aboard Child Education Centers, Ben & Jerry’s, Coral Sea Pools, Genesis Jewelers, Just Lift Gym, Paul Gdanski Engineering, ShopRite Supermarkets, Southeast Kitchen and Bath, Splash Car Wash, Subaru of White Plains, Suburban Carting and Tompkins Community Bank.

The Radiothon is an annual program of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital is a member of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Spirit of Children Donates Funds to Support Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital

In October, Spirit of Children (the charitable arm of Spirit Halloween) provided a Halloween treat to Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital by donating funds to support Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy. At Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, our Child Life specialists help children and their families overcome life’s most challenging events, including hospital stays and medical procedures. We are grateful to Spirit of Children, Spirit Halloween and Spirit Halloween customers for their support.

Wines of the World Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital 

On Wednesday, October 30th, friends of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital filled their glasses and opened their hearts at our Wines of the World event at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, the event recognized the visionary donors who helped establish the hospital – including the Fareri family, the Hales family and the Simone family. Also, making her debut as the children’s hospital’s new Director of the Department of Pediatrics was Erika Rosenzweig, MD. Guests enjoyed sampling wines from around the world, tasting gourmet food pairings, and dancing the night away to live music. Thanks to all the generous donors and sponsors, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital will be able to continue to provide advanced, life-saving care to children in the Hudson Valley.