CKNW Orphans' Fund

• CKNW Kids’ Fund Pledge Day raises over $1.5 million

  The CKNW Kids’ Fund raised over $1.5 million during its annual pledge day radiothon Tuesday. The money will support children facing physical, mental, and social challenges.

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  Dec 1, 2021
  
• CKNW Kids’ Fund raises $1.4 million on its 2018 Pledge Day

  CKNW was broadcasting throughout the day from the rooftop room at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, sharing stories from recipients who have benefited from the fund, and encouraging listeners to phone-in with their pledges.

  Dec 5, 2018
  
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• CKNW Orphans’ Fund raises nearly $1.3M for B.C. kids

  Thanks to your generosity, the CKNW Orphans' fund has raised nearly $1.3 million for kids in need.

  Nov 29, 2017
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• A scam pretending to be the CKNW Orphans’ Fund is targeting American churches

  A scam pretending to be part of the CKNW Orphan's Fund is soliciting American churches.

  Sep 8, 2017
• CKNW Orphans’ Fund Pledge Day raises record-breaking 1.9 million

  A surprise donation of $25,000 from Canadian singer Michael Buble was the icing on the cake for staff at the annual CKNW Orphans' Fund Pledge Day last Friday.

  Dec 9, 2013
• CKNW Orphans’ Fund: The gift of mobility

  Fifteen-year-old twins Brandi and Glenn who have celebral palsy and need a special van to get around. The old straps have worn down and need replacement. That's where the CKNW Orphans' Fund comes in.

  Dec 6, 2013
• CKNW Orphan’s Fund: Music therapy for 3.5-year-old Gemma

  Three-and-a-half-year-old Gemma, who is suffering from congenital neuromuscular disorder, has been benefiting from music therapy lessons that help her learn how to communicate thanks to a grant from the CKNW Orphans' Fund.

  Dec 6, 2013
• CKNW Orphans’ Fund: Brother and sister enjoy the benefits of therapeutic riding

  "CKNW has been great for us for many, many years," says Fiona.

  Dec 6, 2013
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• CKNW Orphans’ Fund: 8-year-old needed vision therapy

  "His comprehension was good but he wasn't able to read easily. It got to the point where he wouldn't even look at a book. His confidence went down because all his friends were reading and he wasn't able to."

  Dec 4, 2013