Record-Breaking $2.1 Million Raised for Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center Through WSB Care-a-Thon
The 24th annual WSB Care-a-Thon, benefiting the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, raised a record-breaking $2.1 million. This brings the total raised over 24 years to more than $34 million. The funds will support family services, research, and the Fellowship Program at the center.
Aflac's Chairman and CEO Dan Amos and Kathelen Amos made a special contribution, demonstrating their commitment to the cause. Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer, Aflac's senior VP and chief communications officer, highlighted the company's long-standing commitment to supporting children with cancer and blood disorders. The event showcased the generosity of donors and the positive impact on children's lives.
La 24ª edizione dell'annuale WSB Care-a-Thon, a favore del Centro Aflac per il Cancro e i Disturbi Ematologici della Children's Healthcare di Atlanta, ha raccolto un record di 2,1 milioni di dollari. Questo porta il totale raccolto in 24 anni a oltre 34 milioni di dollari. I fondi sosterranno i servizi per le famiglie, la ricerca e il Programma di Fellowship del centro.
Il presidente e CEO di Aflac, Dan Amos, e Kathelen Amos hanno effettuato un contributo speciale, dimostrando il loro impegno per la causa. Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer, VP senior e chief communications officer di Aflac, ha sottolineato il lungo impegno dell'azienda nel supportare i bambini con cancro e disturbi ematologici. L'evento ha messo in luce la generosità dei donatori e il positivo impatto sulle vite dei bambini.
La 24ª edición anual del WSB Care-a-Thon, que beneficia al Centro Aflac de Cáncer y Trastornos Sanguíneos de Children's Healthcare de Atlanta, recaudó un récord de 2,1 millones de dólares. Esto eleva el total recaudado en 24 años a más de 34 millones de dólares. Los fondos apoyarán los servicios familiares, la investigación y el Programa de Becas en el centro.
El presidente y CEO de Aflac, Dan Amos, junto a Kathelen Amos, hicieron una contribución especial, demostrando su compromiso con la causa. Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer, VP senior y directora de comunicaciones de Aflac, destacó el compromiso a largo plazo de la empresa en apoyar a los niños con cáncer y trastornos sanguíneos. El evento mostró la generosidad de los donantes y el impacto positivo en la vida de los niños.
제24회 연례 WSB Care-a-Thon은 애틀랜타 어린이 의료의 Aflac 암 및 혈액 장애 센터를 돕기 위해 2270만 달러를 기록적으로 모금했습니다. 이는 24년 동안 총 모금액이 3천4백만 달러 이상라는 것을 의미합니다. 이 자금은 센터의 가족 서비스, 연구 및 펠로우십 프로그램을 지원할 것입니다.
Aflac의 회장 겸 CEO인 Dan Amos와 Kathelen Amos는 특별한 기여를 하여 이 사안에 대한 헌신을 보여주었습니다. Aflac의 수석 부사장이자 수석 커뮤니케이션 책임자인 Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer는 암 및 혈액 장애 아동을 지원하겠겠다는 회사의 오랜 의지를 강조했습니다. 이 행사는 기부자들의 관대함과 아동들의 삶에 미치는 긍정적인 영향을 보여주었습니다.
La 24e édition annuelle du WSB Care-a-Thon, au profit du Centre Aflac pour le Cancer et les Troubles Sanguins de Children's Healthcare d'Atlanta, a récolté un montant record de 2,1 millions de dollars. Cela porte le total des fonds recueillis en 24 ans à plus de 34 millions de dollars. Les fonds permettront de soutenir les services aux familles, la recherche et le programme de bourses au centre.
Le président et CEO d'Aflac, Dan Amos, et Kathelen Amos ont effectué une contribution spéciale, démontrant ainsi leur engagement envers la cause. Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer, VP senior et directrice de la communication d'Aflac, a souligné l'engagement de longue date de l'entreprise à soutenir les enfants atteints de cancer et de troubles sanguins. L'événement a mis en lumière la générosité des donateurs et l'impact positif sur la vie des enfants.
Die 24. jährliche WSB Care-a-Thon, die dem Aflac Zentrum für Krebs- und Blutkrankheiten der Children's Healthcare von Atlanta zugutekommt, hat rekordverdächtige 2,1 Millionen Dollar gesammelt. Damit erhöht sich die Gesamtspende über 24 Jahre auf mehr als 34 Millionen Dollar. Die Gelder werden die Familienangebote, die Forschung und das Fellowship-Programm im Zentrum unterstützen.
Der Vorsitzende und CEO von Aflac, Dan Amos, und Kathelen Amos haben einen besonderen Beitrag geleistet, um ihr Engagement für die Sache zu zeigen. Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer, Senior VP und Chief Communications Officer von Aflac, betonte das langjährige Engagement des Unternehmens zur Unterstützung von Kindern mit Krebs und Blutkrankheiten. Die Veranstaltung zeigte die Großzügigkeit der Spender und den positiven Einfluss auf das Leben der Kinder.
- Record-breaking $2.1 million raised for Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center
- Total contributions over 24 years exceed $34 million
- Funds support family services, research, and Fellowship Program
- Special contribution made by Aflac's Chairman and CEO
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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 6, 2024 / Aflac Incorporated
Originally published on Aflac Newsroom
For 24 years, team members at 95.5 WSB in Atlanta, the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and Aflac have poured their hearts into Care-a-Thon, an annual fundraising event benefiting the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. This year, as patients and their families shared heartwarming stories of strength and courage, radio listeners responded resoundingly by calling in pledges and donating online.
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"Aflac has a long-standing commitment to support children with cancer and blood disorders - and their families and health care teams. The selfless acts of kindness of the WSB team, radio listeners and volunteers, including Aflac employees and agents, extend Aflac's culture of care and inspire hope for children with cancer and blood disorders," said Ines Rodriguez Gutzmer, senior vice president and chief communications officer at Aflac. "Volunteering on the phone bank, I was humbled by the generosity of donors and saw firsthand the smiles Care-a-Thon put on the children's faces."
Aflac Chairman and CEO Dan Amos and Kathelen Amos made a special Care-a-Thon contribution that exemplifies their unwavering commitment to the cause and to making a difference in the lives of children. Listen to Dan's conversation with WSB's Scott Slade: https://vimeo.com/aflac/review/993499606/3451977edc
It's not too late to support the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center through WSB Care-a-Thon - donate online at CHOA.org/WSB. Also, learn about other ways Aflac gives back to the community at Aflac.com/AboutAflac.
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