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Children’s Miracle Network at Geisinger ended its annual Celebration Weekend May 31 with a total $2,487,787 raised to benefit Janet Weis Children’s Hospital pediatric services.
The total was announced at the close of the annual Celebration broadcast, which serves as the culmination of year-round fundraising efforts. The Wilkes-Barre area broadcast, airing on WYOU, garnered $1,686,683 from corporate sponsors, community and employee groups, and phone-in pledges. The Johnstown-Altoona broadcast on WTAJ posted a total of $670,325, and the Binghamton, NY, broadcast on WBNG recorded $130,779.
This year’s funds will continue the commitment to children’s health and well-being. The donations stay in the region, helping sick and injured children through programs, services and medical equipment.
“We know this is a difficult economy, and we’re grateful for every dollar that came in from the community, our local businesses and our employees,” says Michael Ryan, DO, chairman of Geisinger pediatrics and Children’s Miracle Network at Geisinger. “The support of our donors and volunteers, along with the skill and dedication of our caregivers, is what allows us to bring world-class care to central and northeastern Pennsylvania – and the families here deserve nothing less.”
Donations still are being accepted online.
Janet Weis Children's Hospital
Altoona Pediatric Specialty Services
