Clear Channel’s Radio 92.9 to Host “Hero Hook Up” Bachelor Auction Benefiting The National Breast Cancer Foundation
Modesto, CA – October 2, 2013 – Clear Channel’s Radio 92.9, Modesto’s hit radio station and Clear Channel Communities, the community engagement brand of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, announced today that it will host the inaugural Hero Hook Up, a fundraising event that will auction off date experiences with local servicemen, on Thursday, October 17 from 6 – 9 p.m. as part of its Breast Cancer Awareness Month efforts. Proceeds from the Hero Hook Up will benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Challenge, a program that helps fund free mammograms for underserved women nationwide.
Hero Hook Up will be hosted by Radio 92.9’s on-air personality Chimpo, who will also emcee the charity auction and will give donors the opportunity to bid on dates with Modesto firemen, policemen, military personnel and other eligible local heroes. The 10 bachelors, who were chosen by the Modesto community through an online voting process, have donated their time to raise money for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
“We salute Radio 92.9 and their sponsors for honoring Modesto’s finest servicemen and supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Challenge,” said Greg Carroll, Manager, Pink Ribbon Challenge, National Breast Cancer Foundation. “The money raised will help provide free mammograms for women who otherwise could not afford a potentially life-saving screening.”
“Radio 92.9 is committed to improving the Modesto community, and Hero Hook Up is a great way to have some fun with our listeners while helping a good cause,” said Dennis Martinez, Program Director, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Modesto. “We are thrilled to team up with National Breast Cancer Foundation for this unique program that will help raise money to support free mammogram screenings across the country.”
The highest bidders will receive a special date with their bachelor of choice, along with a date package that includes a $100 gift certificate for a local Modesto restaurant and sponsored gift items. Guests will also have the opportunity to make individual donations, bid on silent auction gift baskets and enjoy a variety of vendor booths, and all proceeds will benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Community members can visit www.hitradio929.com/pages/herohookup.html
Fans can listen to Radio 92.9 on the station’s website www.hitradio929.com
About Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Modesto:
Clear Channel Modesto owns and operates KOSO-FM, KMRQ-FM, KJSN-FM, KWSX-AM and KFIV-AM and is part of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. With 243 million monthly listeners in the U.S., Clear Channel Media and Entertainment has the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America. Clear Channel Media and Entertainment serves 150 cities through 850 owned radio stations. The company’s radio stations and content can be heard on AM/FM stations, HD digital radio channels, Sirius/XM satellite, on the Internet at iHeartRadio.com and on the company’s radio station websites, on the iHeartRadio mobile application on iPads and smartphones, and used via navigation systems from TomTom, Garmin and others. The company’s operations include radio broadcasting, online and mobile services and products, live concerts and events, syndication, music research services and independent media representation. Clear Channel Media and Entertainment is a division of CC Media Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CCMO), a leading global media and entertainment company. More information on the company can be found at clearchannel.com, clearchanneloutdoor.com and ccmediaholdings.com.
About The National Breast Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1991, the NBCF is a nonprofit, charitable foundation that provides funding for mammography and early detection programs nationwide. The Foundation also funds breast cancer research, though its main focus is on saving lives through early detection, especially among women with little or no access to health care. Proceeds from the Pink Ribbon Challenge fund mammography programs at hospitals, missions and mobile units across the country. NBCF consistently earns Charity Navigator’s top Four-Star rating. For more information on the National Breast Cancer Foundation, please visit NBCF.com
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CONTACT:
Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Modesto
Annie Amies
Anniegifford@clearchannel.com
