A number of New York's biggest stars are joining forces for a telethon, presented by Robin Hood and iHeartMedia, to help with the city's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
A number of New York's biggest stars are joining forces for a telethon, presented by Robin Hood and iHeartMedia, to help with the city's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The hourlong virtual telethon aims to raise funds for Robin Hood's relief and recovery efforts that will be deployed to front line organizations working with the city's most vulnerable both during the crisis and after. Donations will go toward food, shelter, financial assistance, health care, legal services, education and more to help New Yorkers rebuild their lives as the city moves toward recovery.
“New York City is at the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. This crisis has created a whole new set of challenges for the millions of New Yorkers who already struggled to make ends meet,” Robin Hood CEO Wes Moore said in a statement. “This is a moment where we must all come together and rise up together as a community in support of our neighbors and in support of one another.”
iHeartMedia entertainment enterprises president John Sykes added, “Every New Yorker has been impacted by this pandemic, but if you had breakfast today with your family, you’re already better off than two million of your neighbors who can’t afford to eat at all. It’s not an easy time to ask for donations, but as little as $10 provides a meal for six hungry New Yorkers.”will air on Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m.
The special is executive produced by Alex Coletti Productions, Sykes and talent producers Casey Patterson and Rick Krim.
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