KMJ raises $493,000 to fight hunger in California's Central Valley

Cumulus Media's NewsTalk 580/105.9 KMJ in Fresno, California, partnered with local agriculture business Gar Bennett for the 11th Annual Feeding Families Fund Drive on September 20, raising over $200,000 in just one day to to support the Central California Food Bank.

Gar Bennett matched each donation at 50 cents on the dollar, bringing the total to $493,000. Since its inception, the annual one-day event has raised over $4.5 million and distributed 20 million meals to those in need throughout the Central Valley. This year's record-breaking campaign will help feed more than two million people facing hunger in the region.

Patty Hixson, Cumulus Fresno regional vice president and market manager, said, “Our listeners and community have overwhelmed me with their generosity, and we thank them for their continued generous support of this important initiative.” A big thank you to the Gar Bennett team always works hard to look after those in need.”

Karen Musson, managing partner of Gar Bennett, added, “We are truly grateful for the Central Valley's generosity, which has exceeded our expectations and is helping to feed our Valley families struggling with hunger.” Thank you to our sponsors, Breeders and donors for their support Feeding Families Fund campaign with millions in donations and providing 20 million meals since 2014.”