SuperTalk Mississippi Media and Palmer Home for Children are thrilled to announce that the 12th annual SuperTalk Mississippi Radiothon raised more than $330,000 to support vulnerable children. Held Thursday on the Palmer Home campus near Hernando, the event featured compelling testimonials from children, staff, and supporters, captivating listeners nationwide throughout the day. The Gallo Show, MidDays with Gerard Gibert, Good Things with Rebecca Turner, and SportsTalk Mississippi shared inspiring stories and engaging interviews from the129-year-old nonprofit.
The Radiothon concluded with an impressive total of $335,423.12 raised for Palmer Home for Children. Established in 1895, Palmer Home serves children from newborns to 24-year-olds, offering a nurturing environment through its Campus Care, Family Care, Foster Care, and Transitional Care programs.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to SuperTalk Mississippi for their unwavering commitment to our mission of helping children in crisis,” said Drake Bassett, President & CEO of Palmer Home for Children. “This longstanding partnership has transformed countless lives, providing essential funds that support every aspect of Palmer Home’s comprehensive care programs.”
Designated as SuperTalk Mississippi’s charity of choice in 2013, Palmer Home has benefited significantly from the annual Radiothon, raising more than $2.7 million to date.
“This marks our 12th year hosting the Radiothon, a cherished tradition among our team and listeners,” said Kim Dillon, President and CEO of SuperTalk Mississippi Media. “It’s a day when we pause our regular programming to spotlight the incredible impact of Palmer Home for Children. As an independent nonprofit, Palmer Home relies on community support, and we are honored to play a role in ensuring these children have a safe haven.”
Donations to Palmer Home are still welcomed and can be made at any time. Visit palmerhome.org/donate to make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor and join the Palmer Hero community.
About Palmer Home for Children
Palmer Home for Children is a privately funded, faith-based organization that has provided superior care to vulnerable children for more than 129 years. Palmer Home provides campus care, foster care, family care, and transitional care to meet the specific needs of each child and family. The Whole Child Initiative, Palmer Home’s approach to care, emphasizes child development by focusing on five components: physical development, emotional healing, educational support, social health, and spiritual growth. For more information, visit www.palmerhome.org.
About SuperTalk Mississippi
With four statewide radio networks, 12 talk radio stations, 16 music stations, SuperTalk TV, over 45 news affiliates, and a trailblazing digital marketing division in STMM Digital, SuperTalk Mississippi Media covers every inch of the state. SuperTalk Mississippi Network delivers simulcast programming to 12 stations that cover all 82 counties in the state and explores many issues from social, political, and sports news across Mississippi and the nation and includes shows such as The Gallo Show, MidDays with Gerard Gibert, Good Things with Rebecca Turner, and SportsTalk Mississippi. For more information, visit www.supertalk.fm.
