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WKYC To Host 24-hour Digi-thon For Hurricane Relief August 31st

Starting tomorrow (8/31) morning at 7 a.m., WKYC Channel 3 will be hosting a 24-hour fundraiser to aid in relief efforts for survivors of Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Louisiana.

The Digi-thon will be carried on WKYC’s digital and social outlets including our website (www.wkyc.com), Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WKYC.Channel3) and mobile apps (available in Google Play and iTunes).

Hosted by members of the Channel 3 News team and various WKYC staff members, the Digi-thon will inform viewers on the historic scope of this disaster, why the need for assistance will continue long after the storm has passed.

It will also give the community a chance to ask questions and offer their own perspectives on this event.

“We are thrilled to offer this important digi-thon on all of WKYC's digital platforms,” says Denise Polverine, WKYC’s Director of Digital Content. “We hope that Northeast Ohioans do what they always do and come together and give generously to those in need.”

There will be special guests and performances throughout the Digi-thon as viewers will be encouraged to donate to TEGNA’s “Texas Cares” fund via www.wkyc.com/texascares.

Created in conjunction with the American Red Cross, the fund has raised over a million dollars thanks to the generosity of viewers and corporate donors across TEGNA’s family of stations.

 

TEGNA Texas Cares Raises More Than One Million Dollars for Harvey Relief in First 24 Hours

TEGNA Inc., partent of WKYC-Tv, today announced Texas Cares, an initiative to support those in need following Hurricane Harvey, has raised more than $1.15 million in its first 24 hours.

The fundraising initiative launched on Monday across TEGNA’s stations. The TEGNA Foundation matched the first $100,000 in donations. All money raised will be donated to the Red Cross Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.

“This is just the beginning. We will use this momentum to continue to serve our communities and help improve the lives of those in need,” said Dave Lougee, president and CEO, TEGNA. “I want to especially thank Lowe’s Home Improvements who, during a Texas Cares telethon on WCNC in Charlotte, donated $500,000. I am incredibly proud of how our stations and communities have come together to help those impacted by Hurricane Harvey and serve the greater good.”

All 46 TEGNA stations in 38 markets are helping raise money and encourage donations for Texas Cares. Stations are running stories on-air and across social media, hosting telethons, telling stories of impact and informing viewers how they can help.

All stations have a dedicated donation page on their website. Donations to the Texas Cares initiative are tax deductible and proceeds will go to the Red Cross Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.

More information can be found at wkyc.com/texascares

TEGNA Launches Texas Cares Initiative to Raise Money for Hurricane Harvey Victims

TEGNA Inc., owner of WKYC-TV, today launched Texas Cares, an initiative to support those in need following Hurricane Harvey.

All money raised by TEGNA’s stations will be donated to the Red Cross Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund. The TEGNA Foundation will match the first $100,000 of donations.

“Harvey’s devastation has shattered the lives of millions across Texas,” said Dave Lougee, president and CEO, TEGNA. “Our stations are coming together to serve the greater good of our communities and help those who need it most. Our stations in Texas are providing important, life-saving information and aid during this catastrophic storm. In Houston, while KHOU’s building was flooding, the station continued to provide vital coverage across platforms. I am incredibly proud of the work our stations are doing to keep their communities informed and safe while providing help and relief to those who need it most.”

“This is a historic storm and heartbreaking situation for all those in Harvey’s path,” said David Brady, CEO, American Red Cross of the Texas Gulf Coast.

“The threat of Harvey is not over and the Red Cross is working around the clock to provide safe shelter and comfort for hundreds of thousands of people who have been impacted. We applaud TEGNA for coming together to support relief efforts. All money raised will be critical as we continue to provide vital services and supplies to those who need it most.”

Beginning Monday, August 28, all 46 TEGNA stations in 38 markets are reaching out in their communities to help raise money for those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. As part of the Texas Cares initiatives, all stations are running stories on-air and across social media informing viewers how they can help.

All stations have a dedicated donation page on their website. Donations to the Texas Cares initiative are tax deductible and proceeds will go to the Red Cross Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.

Go to wkyc.com to DONATE: http://www.wkyc.com/news/community/texas-cares-donate_/468358067

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