94.7 WMAS Children's Miracle Network Radiothon

At three-years-old, Ryan Caney developed Guillain-Barre syndrome, impacting his ability to stand and walk. Thanks to the quick diagnoses and treatment of the team at Baystate Children’s Hospital, Ryan is strong and walking on his own today.

Hattie Avigliano also spent the first months of her life in the Davis NICU at Baystate Children’s Hospital, arriving in the world 3 ½ months early, and fighting for her life.

Evie Dedrick was born prematurely, spending her first days in the Davis NICU, and then relied on care for respiratory challenges at Baystate Children's Hospital.

These children and their families will share their miraculous stories of surviving and thriving during the 23rd annual 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children's Hospital.

Tune in to 94.7 WMAS for two days on March 5 and 6 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to hear the live broadcast of Radiothon.

94.7 FM WMAS on-air personalities, led by the Kellogg Krew of Chris and Dina, will fill both days with encouraging stories. Listeners will also get to know the professional team from Baystate Children’s Hospital, who care for their kids, their grandkids, and their neighbor’s kids.

Baystate Children's Hospital counts of the support of its donors to provide children from around the region with high-quality care.

Last year over $302,674 was raised and Vice President of Philanthropy and Executive Director of Baystate Health Foundation Scott Berg noted the entire Radiothon team is “counting on the community to help raise even more for local kids this year.”

Baystate Children’s Hospital is one of 170 fundraising Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals across the country. Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals are unique in that 100% of all money raised locally goes directly to Baystate Children’s Hospital in Springfield in support of children’s health programs and services.

Your generous pledges support the true heroes of the only comprehensive, accredited children’s hospital in western Massachusetts.

The public is encouraged to call, stop by, or go online to donate. On March 5-6, donors can call to donate via the Lia Auto Group Phone Bank at 413-794-1111 or stop by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame from 6 am to 6 pm to drop off their donation. At any time before or during the event, donors are welcome to go to online and donate.

This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. Join the fun and stop by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame between 6 am and 6 pm on March 5 and 6! You will have a chance to walk on the red carpet and get a sneak peek of the Kellogg Krew broadcasting live from 94.7 WMAS.

“Whether in person, over the phone or online, your generous pledges support the true heroes of the only comprehensive, accredited children’s hospital in western Massachusetts. Uplifting and hope-filled stories from our many miracle children, their families and caregivers will help you understand how important your support is to kids right here in our community,” said Berg.

To make an online donation today, click here.

For more information, email the event manager, Heather Clark.

To take part in the Miracle Maker program by calling in and pledging $20 or more a month. You can also sign up to become a Miracle Maker online.

Create your own fundraising page for Radiothon and encourage friends and family to donate.

The Baystate Health Foundation hosted the first 94.7 WMAS Radiothon for Baystate Children’s Hospital in 2002. Ever since, Baystate Health has worked with the community to help children in need of quality care.