The St Joseph's Hospital Foundation received a major donation at the 6th Annual Radiothon for Life. The estate of Dean Allen made the sizable donation this morning. Becky Conly, Executive Director of the Foundation, explains what happened. 

"Dean spent some time at Long-Term Care and appreciated the staff. His daughter, Joan came in to give a donation of $50,000 to go towards the Radiothon.

She adds that the Foundation was thrilled with the gift.

"To start the day off with such a major donation and we've already raised $5000, so we couldn't be more thrilled."

With totals surpassing $56,000 at 10 am, Conly is looking forward to how the day will unfold. 

"The phones are ringing and the donations are coming in and we are really appreciative of anything that anyone can give us."

The Radiothon will run throughout the day until 6 pm.

Donations can be made in perosn at the hospital or by calling the Access Communication pledge line (306) 340-0510.

Updates coming 

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