The 7th annual Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon, presented by Hanto & Clarke General Contractors, raised $301,400 to acquire state-of-the-art equipment that utilizes heat to treat tumors or epilepsy, a first for Northwest Florida.
- Hosted by Cat Country 98.7 and WEAR ABC 3 News Pensacola’s Sue Straughn, the one-day broadcast featured heartfelt stories from patient families and highlighted the critical role the Children’s Hospital plays in delivering advanced, compassionate care close to home.
Why this matters: The funds raised will directly support Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT), a minimally invasive, precision-guided laser therapy that offers new hope for children with complex brain tumors and epilepsy. The technology allows for safer, more effective treatment, improving outcomes and quality of life while reducing the need for open surgery.
“It’s an honor to play a part in raising funds for technology that will have such a powerful impact on children and families in our community,” said WEAR host Sue Straughn. “Every year, I am inspired by the generosity of local businesses and listeners who step up to make a difference.”
“To see listeners give from the heart and see real results at the Hospital is everything,” said Cat Country’s Brent Lane. “There’s no greater feeling than knowing we’re supporting a hospital that provides outstanding care for the children in our community. It’s a privilege to utilize our radio platform to make such a meaningful impact and be able to tell stories that are lights to families in our area going through some of the scariest times they will experience!”…