Delta Dental/WNWS – NEWS/TALK 101.5 FM & 93.1 FM – Radiothon –
From West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation
“The Foundation is grateful to Delta Dental of Tennessee for this amazing challenge gift of $50,000,” said Frank McMeen, president West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation, “COVID-19 has prevented us from hosting our 31st Annual Charity Gala, our largest annual fundraiser.
“Last year we raised more than $170,000 that we divided between Ayers Children’s Medical Center and the Kirkland Cancer Center, to help provide for the support of care of patient needs those unable to pay for their care.
“This radiothon will help us raise the needed funds this year for West Tennessee cancer patients and children. Thank you NewsTalk and Grace Broadcasting for this opportunity. If you would like to make a pledge call the Foundation at 731-984-2140.”
Time-Radio-Personality-Location
6 a.m. – 8 a.m. – Steve Bowers – Old Country Store
Dr. Phil Wenk – phone in 731-616-0183
James Ross – pre-recorded phone in or interview
To make a pledge: 731-983-2140
9 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. – Dan Reaves – Old Country Store
Dr. Phil Wenk – phone in 731-891-6161 or his cell – 731-234-5195
James Ross – pre-recorded phone in or interview
Deena Kail – in person at Old Country Store
Frank McMeen – in person at Old Country Store
To make a pledge: 731-984-2143
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Mike Doles – Downtown Station on West Lafayette
Frank McMeen – in person
Scott Beard – President of Regions Bank
To make a pledge: 731-984-2143
1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Jimmy Duke – Old Country Store
Dr. Phil Wenk – phone in 731-891-6161
Deena Kail – in person
Frank McMeen – in person
To make a pledge – 731-984-2143
3 p.m. – 6 p.m. George B – Old Country Store
Dr. Phil Wenk – phone in 731-927-0106
James Ross – pre-recorded call in or interview
Deena Kail – in person
Frank McMeen – in person
To make a pledge: 731-984-2143
Talking Points
Delta Dental of Tennessee – Dr. Phil Wenk, President
Formed in TN in 1965, it has the largest network of dentists.
It has grown to become the largest independent dental insurance provider in TN
Has more than 2,100 employer groups,
Represents more than 1.4 million Tennesseans.
Ayers Children’s Medical Center – Deena Kail, Director
Provides medical care for children of the 19 counties
Children are provided care regardless of their ability to pay.
Kirkland Cancer Center – Gina Myracle, Director
The cancer center began as the West Tennessee Cancer Center in 1979
The center became the Kirkland Cancer Center in 2013
More than 250 patients are treated every day at the Kirkland Cancer Center
1,900 new cancers are diagnosed every year at our facility
We treat tumors, chronic blood disorders benign blood disorders
We have 12 physicians and a large team of clinical care staff
Accredited by the Comprehensive Community Cancer Program through the American College of Surgeon’s Commission on Cancer
Provides cancer treatment and care for adults in the 19 counties of W TN
Patients are treated regardless of their ability to pay.
The Hospice Home – Shelly Rowlett, Director
A 23,000 square foot facility,
peaceful home-like residence for terminally ill people receive short term hospice care
Each hospice patient will be treated regardless of their ability to pa
Private bedrooms, so their loved ones can remain at the bedside around the clock
The Foundation – Frank McMeen, President
Founded in 1984
Community Foundation with a healthcare emphasis
Raises funds for WTH: Ayers Children’s Medical Center, Kirkland Cancer Center, Therapy and Learning Center, West Tennessee Heart Center,
Will be raising the $20 million to build the Hospice Home
Works with community donors regarding their charitable giving for all charitable efforts
Houses 550 Community Funds where community leaders to meet community needs (examples: Special Needs Athletics, Keep My Hood Good, SWAG, Scarlet Rope …)
Manages endowments for community causes (Example: Benton County Endowment, Pat Zarecor Endowment, TN Dental Association Foundation Endowment)
