Bear-A-Thon

Give a Cute, Cuddly Bear to a Child Undergoing Treatment at Shands!


The 11th 93.7 K COUNTRY Bear-a-Thon will take place on Wednesday, February 10, 2010. The event, held every Valentine's Day, is an opportunity for people to call in to the radio station and pledge $40 toward the purchase a bear for a child being treated at the Shands Cancer Clinic. Listeners from Orlando to Orange Park participate in the event. The 2008 Bear-A-Thon generated over $61,000 in pledges!

In addition to purchasing the bears, listeners are able to call in and bid on the many incredible auction items procured by the staff at K COUNTRY. Past items have included autographed guitars, concert tickets with backstage passes and a country music cruise.

 Many of the callers have personal ties to the cause, and have shared their feelings and experiences with us:

• "We always felt that the most important thing was our son's attitude while he was undergoing treatment, and receving a bear is one of those things that really facilitates a positive outlook." 

• "The bears are a huge pick-me-up for these kids."

• "It puts a smile on her face when times are tough."

To make a pledge before the event, please use this form.

For more information on the Bear-a-Thon, please call the STOP! office at (352) 377-2622, and please make sure to listen to 93.7 K COUNTRY on Februrary 10th!