Houston Radio Bands Together for Harvey Support

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, September 6, 2017

No less than 25 Houston radio stations from various broadcasting companies are joining together to simultaneously air a fundraiser to support the Houston Food Bank in order to feed those affected by Hurricane Harvey. The special broadcast will begin tomorrow, Friday, September 8 and continue through Sunday, September 10. Houston Radio will run live and recorded promotional announcements asking for monetary donations to aid in Harvey relief efforts.

"Radio's strength is rooted in its connection to the community, and Houstonians rely on Radio to inform, protect and nourish their spirits," said Oscar Rodriguez, President of the Texas Association of Broadcasters. "Now, Houston Radio stations come together to literally nourish those harmed by Hurricane Harvey. So starts Houston's recovery, with the power of its people-and Radio-behind it."

"Our amazing city has been devastated, but we have an abundance of pride and generosity...we're resilient...and we WILL bounce back" said Eddie Martiny, President, Houston Region, iHeartMedia Markets Group. "The Houston Food Bank will provide food and supplies in the short term and for many months to come to residents in southeast Texas who will struggle to rebuild their lives. They will work closely with a network of partner agencies to ensure food is getting to those who need it most."

Mark Krieschen, Vice President of Cox Houston said, "The Cox Media Group team is proud to be working with our fellow Houston Radio broadcasters and the Houston Food Bank to help people affected by Harvey. Together, our efforts will provide food and supplies to our neighbors throughout our listening area."

"Food is a basic need that will be in short supply for many for a long time" said Sarah Frazier, SVP/Market Manager for CBS Radio in Houston. "We all serve the same community and we need to be as impactful as possible, so it makes sense to start our joint efforts there."

David Loving, President & General Manager of Univision Houston added, "The impact of Hurricane Harvey will be felt by many in our city for weeks and months, and in some cases years, to come. Univision Houston is proud to provide a platform for the Houston Food Bank to reach the Hispanic community as we all rally to rebuild our neighborhoods and provide relief to the families we serve."

"Maybe the opportunity here is to show the rest of the country and the world that if we can come together during terrible tragedies, we can come together period - Houston Strong," said Terri Thomas, Operations Manager/Program Director of Radio One Houston.

Alex Cadelago, VP/MM of Cumulus added, "Our first duty as broadcasters is to serve the community. We're all wearing the same jersey for this cause."