Philanthropy

COMPANY AWARDS SPOTLIGHT MEDIA GRANT TO HELP BRING AWARENESS TO THE RISING MATERNAL MORTALITY RATE IN THE UNITED STATES

New York – May 10, 2024 – iHeartMedia today announced Every Mother Counts as the newest recipient of its coveted Spotlight Media Grant program to bring awareness to the fact that the United States is one of the most dangerous high-resource nations in the world to give birth.  In 2021 (the most recent year for which there is data), in the U.S. alone, over 1,200 women died from complications of pregnancy and childbirth, and the risk of dying is three times greater for Black women in the U.S. compared to white women.  

Every Mother Counts believes that pregnancy and childbirth should be safe, respectful, and equitable for everyone, everywhere. Founded by Christy Turlington Burns in 2010 to address the global maternal health crisis, Every Mother Counts works to increase access to timely, quality maternity care and improve maternal health outcomes in the United States and around the world. 

Beginning Mother’s Day weekend and running through the end of the year, 840 iHeart radio stations across the country will air a series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs) that bring attention to the rising mortality rates among pregnant women and will direct listeners to everymothercounts.org to learn more and take action.  The campaign will also include grassroots local opportunities for listeners to get involved with Every Mother Counts and other partner organizations, including Black Mamas Matter Alliance; a series of interviews with subject matter experts including Christy Turlington Burns, Founder & President, Every Mother Counts; and a digital campaign that will extend across iHeart radio station websites.  

Launched in 2020, the iHeart Communities Spotlight Media Grant Program has supported with free media nearly 20 organizations that are making a positive impact within communities and serving the full diversity of the country. To date, iHeart has committed $11 million worth of media to leading organizations supporting American communities that fight against hate and racism and bring attention to issues disproportionately impacting underserved communities.  

Past iHeart Spotlight Media Grant partners include UNCF; GLAAD; Operation Hope; NAACP; SAGE; OutRight Action International; Big Brothers Big Sisters; CenterLink; Stop AAPI Hate; National Urban League; Black Music Action Coalition; The National Black Justice Coalition; Shine a Light; Hispanic Promise; The Trevor Project; The Ad Council's Fight the Virus, Fight the Bias; National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ); and Asian Americans Advancing Justice.  

“It is unfathomable that, today, a woman might die in pregnancy or childbirth, and yet this happens far too frequently – and right here, in the United States. Every Mother Counts believes that to achieve our mission to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for everyone, everywhere, we need to begin by educating about the maternal health crisis,” said Christy Turlington Burns, founder and president of Every Mother Counts.  “This is why we are delighted to partner with iHeart on this campaign. Raising awareness among the hundreds of thousands of iHeart listeners across this country is the first step toward creating meaningful change on the state of maternal health.”

“The iHeart Spotlight Media Grant program brings attention to issues that impact historically marginalized communities and helps access solutions through public awareness and action,” said Michael Preacher, President, Unified Partnerships at iHeartMedia. “The rising maternal health crisis is a critical issue that is both preventable and solvable, and this campaign will bring attention to the statistics and enable listeners to access valuable resources, potentially changing the outcome for thousands of women and babies across the U.S.” 

About Every Mother Counts

Motivated by the belief that maternal health is a human right, Every Mother Counts works to advance evidence-based strategies to address the global maternal health crisis and improve maternal health outcomes and the experience of care for all. We support community-centered care and workforce development by raising awareness, investing in community-led solutions, and advocating for critical systems change. To date, EMC has invested over $42M to make pregnancy and childbirth safe, respectful, and equitable for everyone, everywhere. Learn more at: https://everymothercounts.org

Multi-Tiered Media Campaign in Partnership With iHeartMedia Will Launch This Summer, Culminate During Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, and Celebrate Neurodiversity Through Storytelling

New York, June 26, 2023 — Understood.org, a nonprofit organization supporting the 70 million people in the United States with learning and thinking differences like ADHD and dyslexia, announces the launch of “Wired Differently,” a campaign to celebrate neurodiversity and foster a culture of positivity and understanding around learning and thinking differences. While some of us are wired differently, we can all thrive with the right support. To help foster that critically important support, Understood.org’s campaign will center on the lived experience of people who learn and think differently, and provide resources to help navigate the challenges and opportunities of learning and thinking differences.

“Wired Differently” will help individuals and families explore three key areas: finding answers, finding community, and discovering what thriving looks like to them. To help address these focus areas, Understood.org has teamed up with iHeartMedia to launch a national radio campaign that will guide individuals on a journey of discovery: exploring and embracing learning and thinking differences. 

The radio campaign, which will launch later this month and span the next four months, will coincide with key moments throughout the year. In partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics, we’ll encourage parents and caregivers to engage in open and honest discussions with their pediatricians during annual pediatricians’ visits — which families often schedule during the summer — about challenges they’re seeing in their child that could be related to learning and thinking differences. During the back-to-school season we’ll focus on finding a sustained community of support. And in October, during Learning Disabilities Awareness Month, we’ll celebrate neurodiversity through storytelling about role models with learning and thinking differences.

All iHeart PSAs will drive listeners to a dedicated campaign website at understood.org/iheart, which will feature a suite of resources and tools tailored to the needs of families and individuals navigating learning and thinking differences. These resources include a Conversation Starter Kit, developed in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics, to help families talk with their pediatrician and other important adults in their child’s life. The campaign will also aim to connect individuals with other families who have similar experiences by inviting them to join the vibrant community on Wunder by Understood®, a free, first-of-its-kind app for families of kids with learning and thinking differences. With this app, families can avoid isolation, find a supportive network, and share their stories.

“Twenty percent of our population have learning and thinking differences like ADHD or dyslexia, but most Americans don’t have a clear understanding of these conditions,” said Nathan Friedman, Understood.org’s co-president and chief marketing officer. “By partnering with iHeartMedia, which reaches 9 out of 10 Americans every month, the ‘Wired Differently’ campaign can share credible information and expert-backed resources so they can better comprehend these differences.”

“iHeart is committed to serving the full diversity of our country, and addressing the critical needs of our listeners is integral to our mission,” said Jessica King, iHeart’s senior vice president of communications and community engagement. “Learning and thinking differences impact millions of people – either directly or through their loved ones — and this campaign is intended to empower those individuals to seek help while also rallying communities to understand and celebrate the differences that make us all unique.”

The “Wired Differently” campaign will take place throughout 2023, and is part of the ongoing commitment of Understood.org to empower individuals with learning and thinking differences to unlock their full potential. Through this campaign, Understood.org and iHeartMedia hope to create a more equitable and understanding world for people with differences. 

About Understood.org
Understood.org is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference. We raise awareness of the challenges, skills, and strengths of people who learn and think differently. Our resources help people navigate challenges, gain confidence, and find support and community so they can thrive. Together, we can build a world where everyone can reach their full potential. Understood.org is a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in New York. For more information, to donate, or to partner, visit u.org/media and follow us @UnderstoodOrg.

iHeartMedia And The Music Community Have Helped Raise More Than $157 Million For St. Jude Kids And Families Since 1989

NEW YORK (May 8, 2023) – St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® and iHeartCountry will celebrate their 10-year partnership at the 2023 iHeartCountry Festival on Saturday, May 13 in Austin, TX. The partnership is part of iHeartMedia’s strong commitment to the St. Jude mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®

This year’s iHeartCountry Festival will feature an on-stage moment with Ian, a 15-year-old St. Jude patient who received lifesaving treatment from the hospital after being diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2009. Ian and Amy Brown, co-host of “The Bobby Bones Show,” will encourage fans in the audience as well as listeners tuning in to donate to St. Jude and become Partners in Hope by making a monthly donation of $19 or more.

Nationally-recognized iHeart syndicated personality Bobby Bones, host of the iHeartCountry Festival, has been a long-time champion for St. Jude. Bones has raised more than $21.8 million since he began supporting St. Jude in 2014, bringing in more than 4,000 new pledges during his “Country Cares for St. Jude” radiothon event in December.

“iHeartCountry’s long-standing commitment to St. Jude speaks to the generosity of the country music community,” said Bones, who also serves as Vice President, Creative Director of iHeartCountry. “I’m very proud to support St. Jude by using the power of our platforms and live events for the benefit of thousands of children and their families.”

“The country music community has long been a part of the St. Jude family, and we are so very grateful for partners and ambassadors like iHeartMedia and Bobby Bones,” said Richard C. Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude. “Through sharing the St. Jude story on national radiothons to fan engagement, more and more generous people are joining our mission all the time to help save more lives around the world.”

St. Jude has partnered with iHeartMedia for more than 30 years – most notably through its radiothon programs. Every year, the iHeartMedia radiothon program draws on the power of radio to tell the story of children and their families helped by St. Jude thanks to the generosity of iHeart listeners.

Visit here to help St. Jude families by becoming a Partner in Hope.

About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was considered incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80%, and it won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

About Bobby Bones

Radio and TV personality Bobby Bones “has carved out a place for himself in nearly every corner of the entertainment world” (American Profile). He is the host of the nationally syndicated iHeartRadio program “The Bobby Bones Show,” which broadcasts to over 185 stations and is the No. 1 Country morning show with millions of monthly listeners. The award-winning show is a 3x CMA Award winner, 4x ACM Award winner and earned Bones the title of youngest-ever inductee into the prestigious National Radio Hall of Fame. His experience extends to television as he currently serves as the host of USA Network’s new thrilling competition series, “Snake In The Grass.” Prior to “Snake In The Grass,” Bones starred in breakout TV series for National Geographic, “Breaking Bobby Bones,” now streaming on Disney+. He also served as the official in-house mentor on ABC’s “American Idol," won season 27 of ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars,” as well as host and executive producer of Circle Network’s “Opry.” Additionally, the “media multitasker's” (Billboard) fan-favorite podcast, “BobbyCast,” which features candid long-form interviews with top artists and industry figures has been downloaded nearly 20 million times. Bones is the two-time #1 New York Times bestselling author of “Bare Bones: I'm Not Lonely If You're Reading This Book” and “Fail Until You Don't: Fight Grind Repeat,” and recently released his first children’s book, “Stanley The Dog: The First Day of School.” For more information, visit BobbyBones.com.

Fundraising Efforts Will Benefit Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone

NEW YORK – December 15, 2022 – iHeartMedia New York’s 106.7 LITE FM, New York’s Christmas Music Station, announced today that the fifth annual “Hope for the Holidays Radiothon” raised over $1,622,714 to benefit Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone, one of the nation’s premier children’s hospitals providing exceptional care for every type of childhood condition.

“Hope for the Holidays Radiothon” took place on Thursday, December 15 from 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. During the event,106.7 LITE FM’s on-air personalities including Paul ‘Cubby’ Bryant, Christine Nagy, Helen Little, Rich Kaminski, Victor Sosa, Nina Del Rio and Jack Kratoville hosted a live broadcast from iHeartRadio headquarters and encouraged listeners to donate in support of the hospital and the children undergoing treatment.

“Hope for the Holidays” featured stories from patients of the hospital and their families, as well as interviews with hospital supporters. Sponsors for the event included De’Longhi, A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical, Ridgewood Savings Bank and Savant. Listeners can still make donations at litefm.com/hope.

“LITE FM’s ‘Hope for the Holidays Radiothon’ is an annual event where our team as well as our dedicated listeners give back to the community,” said Chris Conley, Program Director for 106.7 LITE FM.  Every year we look forward to partnering with Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital and support the kids of New York.”

For the past five years, “Hope for the Holidays” has raised over $5,000,000 to benefit Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone.

iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the New York market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – with more than 3 billion app downloads and more than 160 million registered users.

About Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital

Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital—34th Street is NYU Langone’s flagship pediatric inpatient care location, a 160,000-square-foot facility with 68 single-patient rooms in the newly built Helen L. and Martin S. Kimmel Pavilion. It is the first new children’s hospital to open in New York City in nearly 15 years, and the only pediatric inpatient facility in Manhattan with all single-patient rooms.

Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital’s mission is guided by an unparalleled commitment to partnering with children and their families. Everyone, from doctors to nurses to support staff, is dedicated to making sure that children are put at ease, that parents’ voices are heard, and that the entire family knows their children aren’t just cared for but cared about. Through Sala Institute for Child and Family Centered Care, Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital’s more than 400 doctors—along with nurses, child life specialists, and social workers—partner with families to provide exceptional care for every type of childhood condition, from the most common to the most complex, in a space where children can be children and parents can feel supported.

iHeartRadio Stations Across The Country To Share PSAs Encouraging Listener Support And Will Amplify Participating Artists

New York – April 8, 2022 – iHeartMedia is joining forces with Global Citizen and “Stand Up for Ukraine” – a campaign that seeks to mobilize billions of dollars to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and in neighboring countries – to drive opportunities for iHeartRadio listeners to take action and contribute to the global campaign.

Ukraine president Zelenskyy recently appealed to the international community on behalf of his citizens who have been displaced and injured by the invasion, saying, “On April 9, the biggest online event ‘Social Media Rally’ will support people who were forced to flee Ukraine. I'm inviting everybody: musicians, actors, athletes, businessmen, politicians, everybody. Everyone who wants to join this movement and ‘Stand Up for Ukraine.’”

iHeartMedia is a longstanding partner of Global Citizen, who has played a leading role, along with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in organizing an April 9 “Stand Up for Ukraine” pledging summit to help mobilize funding to support humanitarian efforts for Ukraine, and to show support to refugees everywhere. Hundreds of world-renowned artists, athletes, entertainers and advocates have pledged to join the global social rally and urge world leaders to commit to aiding refugees. iHeartRadio will be sharing special calls to action and PSAs, and will amplify artists who will be posting unique performance content on their social channels in support of “Stand Up for Ukraine.”

“Millions of Ukrainian families have been displaced from their country and are currently living in the cold without food and shelter. They need our help now”, said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia “iHeart is asking all of our listeners, employees and personalities to join some of the world’s biggest musicians and entertainers to use their voices to advocate for the people of Ukraine and call on world leaders to mobilize urgent refugee relief and humanitarian aid as soon as possible."

"We are so grateful to iHeartMedia for the support they are giving to Stand Up for Ukraine. We are thankful they are encouraging their audiences to support Ukrainian refugees. Now is the time for us to use our voice to call on world leaders to commit the billions needed to address this humanitarian crisis. We hope to see major financial pledges come out of this weekend's summit” said Hugh Evans, CEO of Global Citizen.

iHeartRadio listeners are urged to join this social media rally by visiting www.forukraine.com and taking action to call on governments and businesses to pledge the billions that the refugee relief effort so urgently needs. 

For more information about “Stand Up for Ukraine,” visit www.forukraine.com. 

CHCI will apply a $150,000 grant to develop dynamic, online leadership and professional development tools for high school students

WASHINGTON, DC - State Farm, a long standing supporter of CHCI, has teamed up with iHeartMedia to support CHCI’s programs focused on developing the next generation of Latino leaders. iHeartMedia is providing a $150,000 grant to CHCI to continue providing leadership development, higher education opportunities, and career development experiences to young leaders.

Each year, CHCI accepts 20 percent of all applicants to the coveted R2L NextGen program. Through this grant, CHCI will develop dynamic online leadership and professional development tools – not only for those participating in R2L NextGen – but also for the more than 400 other emerging leaders who apply to the program.

“We have learned through our many years of existence that the younger we begin cultivating young Latino talent, the better. That is the reason we created a program specifically aimed at high school students, and it is also the reason we are extremely proud of this partnership with State Farm and iHeartMedia, so that we can reach even more outstanding high school students,” said Marco A. Davis, President and CEO, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute. “Thanks to State Farm and iHeartMedia, we will continue to educate, empower, and connect with a new generation of Latino leaders throughout the country.” Rich Garcia, State Farm HR&D Executive, said, “I’m proud of the commitment State Farm has with CHCI’s programs. Getting involved early and supporting the development of the next generation of Latino leaders is key to our mission. We want to foster an environment where young Latino leaders can grow and thrive in their careers and in their communities, and this program helps provide leadership tools and development to help them reach their goals.”

“As the nation’s leading audio company, we’re dedicated to expanding representation of the Latinx experience on our platforms,” said Conal Byrne, CEO of the iHeartMedia Digital Audio Group. “The work of community organizations like CHCI is critically important, and we’re grateful for partners like State Farm who join us in our mission to serve the full diversity of our country.”

About CHCI

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) is the premier Hispanic nonprofit and nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization in the country dedicated to developing the next generation of Latino leaders®. CHCI provides leadership, public service, and policy experiences to outstanding Latino/a/x students and young professionals, and convenes Members of Congress, other public officials, corporate executives, nonprofit advocates, and thought leaders to discuss issues facing the nation and the Hispanic community.

About State Farm®

For 100 years, the mission of State Farm has and continues to be to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its 19,300 agents and nearly 55,000 employees serve approximately 86 million policies and accounts – which includes auto, fire, life, health, commercial policies and financial services accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 39 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit www.statefarm.com.

Multi-Year National Campaign To Focus On Veteran Wellness, Providing Returning Servicemembers With Resources Across Health And Emotional, Environmental, Financial, Intellectual, Occupational, Physical, Social And Spiritual Wellness

PSAs Voiced By Nationally Recognized iHeart On-Air Personalities Ryan Seacrest, Bobby Bones, Elvis Duran, Enrique Santos, Steve Harvey And Woody As Well As Recording Artists Craig Morgan And Walker Hayes To Begin Airing On Veterans Day

New York – November 11, 2021 – iHeartMedia announced today the relaunch of its award-winning iHeartRadio Show Your Stripes social impact campaign with an all-new series of Public Service Announcements (PSAs), a broadened focus on veteran wellness, and a multi-year commitment to create a more supportive world for veterans returning home. The program also aims to connect veterans and their families with the communities, businesses, resources, programs and nonprofits that can support their different wellness needs.

Launched nine years ago to address the national veteran unemployment crisis, iHeartRadio Show Your Stripes will now realign with some of the most pressing issues facing veterans today, including a focus on wellness — from health and emotional wellness to environmental, financial, intellectual, occupational, physical, social and spiritual wellness. The campaign will promote the eight dimensions of wellness -- an effective framework for the pursuit of wellness -- and drive veterans to programs and resources that provide ideas and examples for improving each specific area of wellbeing.

Additionally, beginning today, iHeart will launch a series of PSAs voiced by nationally-recognized iHeart on-air personalities Ryan Seacrest, Bobby Bones, Elvis Duran, Enrique Santos, Steve Harvey and Woody as well as recording artists Craig Morgan and Walker Hayes to encourage veterans facing challenges or family and friends looking out for the wellbeing of a veteran to visit showyourstripes.org for national and local support. The new iHeartRadio Show Your Stripes, a refreshed, centralized and easy to use online destination, will offer broad recommendations and relevant resources that have been curated by iHeart in partnership with Dixon Center for Military and Veteran Services, which provides influence, ideas and actions to organizations and individuals wanting veterans and their families to succeed where they live. The site will serve as a launchpad to many programs that are serving veterans today.

“Back in 2013 our military servicepeople were returning from overseas with highly marketable skills and abilities – but they couldn’t find work,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “With the creation of iHeartRadio Show Your Stripes we became a conduit to connect returning veterans with potential employers. Our relaunch of this initiative is designed to help veterans reacclimate to life, family and community on all fronts.”

True to the program’s original mission, iHeartRadio Show Your Stripes will celebrate the unique skills and training that make veterans such valuable leaders and members of communities by sharing stories that highlight the strength and resilience of our military as they overcome challenges in their quest to reintegrate into civilian life. In collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs and MakeTheConnection.net, iHeart will showcase a series of veteran testimonials via showyourstripes.org that share unique experiences, challenges and recovery. Additionally, iHeart will also launch a series of original on-air PSAs with veterans across all areas of service in the coming weeks.

“Veterans and their families may face difficult and unique challenges, some as a result of war trauma,” said David Sutherland, Retired US Army Colonel and Chairman of Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services. “However, just like on the battlefield, we’ve seen our veterans thrive when they are connected to the right support, at the right place, at the right time – where they live. They are amazing people. Get them started and they will shine.”

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 28, 2021 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the country's preeminent leader in one-to-one youth mentoring, has announced Tony Coles, iHeartMedia's division president of Metro Markets, and president of Black Information Network (BIN), as its newest board member.

Coles brings expertise in media and a passion for mentorship, especially in reaching communities of color, to BBBSA to increase equity and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people. He most recently worked with BBBSA in securing music artists Blanco Brown and Parmalee as special guests for the organization's virtual national conference, to bring awareness about the need for more mentors.

"We are thrilled to have Tony join the board as we work to advance greater equity and access to mentorship experiences for all young people across the nation," said Ken Burdick, BBBSA National Board Chair. "He has already been a wonderful ambassador for the organization and his continued commitment will inspire, educate and empower more support for our mission."

Coles' media career started more than 35 years ago as an on-air personality in Zanesville, Ohio. In 2020, he was instrumental in the launch of BIN, the first and only audio network that provides 24/7 news and objective information with a full focus on the Black community and as president, leads all operations for the Network. In his role as Division President of Metro Markets for iHeartMedia, he oversees the complete profitability for 21 iHeartMedia markets across the U.S.

"When I think about the impact mentors have played in my life, I am grateful for those who poured into me and encouraged me to achieve the goals I set for myself—personally and professionally," said Tony Coles. "I am excited to join a powerful board of committed individuals who are focused on making sure the next generation is equipped and prepared for life."

Coles will join current BBBSA Board members including executives from Fortune 500 companies such as Comcast NBCUniversal, Centene Corporation, and the most recent appointments of Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D., president of Virginia State University; Michael Carrel, president, CEO, and director of AtriCure; Michael E. Kassan, founder, chairman and CEO of MediaLink; and Rhonda Mims, senior vice president, Chief Legal and External Affairs Officer of MissionSquare Retirement.

"I am honored to welcome Tony as a board member and appreciate his dedication in elevating the voices of young people," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO, of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. "His talent, expertise and energy will be invaluable as we look to advance Big Brothers Big Sisters' growth and reach."

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters' evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, and improved relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters has over 230 local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states. For more information, visit: www.bigbrothersbigsisters.org.

iHeart’s All-Day Coverage Will Bring Performances From Six Continents To Millions Of Listeners Across America On iHeartRadio Stations And The iHeartRadio App

New York, New York | Tuesday, July 13, 2021 – iHeartMedia today announced it will join its longtime partner, international advocacy organization Global Citizen, as the exclusive audio partner in the U.S. of Global Citizen Live, broadcasting performances from six continents to millions of listeners on iHeartRadio stations across America and the iHeartRadio app. The global event being held to defend the planet and defeat poverty will feature music performances from concert venues in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America.

Global Citizen Live on iHeart will feature music artists, activists and world leaders taking the stage at iconic locations across the globe all in an effort to inspire global action and shine a light on issues ranging from equitable access to COVID-19 vaccinations, hunger, education and climate change. To help support this historic worldwide event iHeart will launch Global Citizen Radio later this month which will offer the latest news and information surrounding the event leading up to Global Citizen Live.

Global Citizen Live is part of an ongoing campaign powered by citizens around the world who are taking action and urging governments, corporations and philanthropists to make change to positively impact our world. This will be the 9th year that iHeart has partnered with Global Citizen on its live September festival, in addition to its collaborations on events including One World: Together At Home; GlobalGoal: Unite for Our Future; and VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World.

“By bringing together the world’s most powerful leaders, music artists, cultural influencers, and the general public, Global Citizen has recreated the “Live Aid” of this generation and is once again proving that music can encourage citizen action in the movement to fight extreme poverty,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “iHeart is proud of our deep relationship with Global Citizen and the progress they have made in the last decade addressing some of the toughest global issues of our time.”

Additionally, iHeart’s six leading New York radio stations [Q104.3, Z100, 103.5 KTU, Power 105.1, Lite FM and WOR] will again support this year’s Global Citizen Festival, the free ticketed festival that will once again take place on the Great Lawn of New York's iconic Central Park on September 25.

For more information about Global Citizen Live, visit www.globalcitizen.org.

About Global Citizen

Global Citizen is the world's largest movement of action takers and impact makers dedicated to ending extreme poverty by 2030. With over 10 million monthly advocates, our voices have the power to drive lasting change around sustainability, equality, and humanity. We post, tweet, message, vote, sign, and call to inspire those who can make things happen to act — government leaders, businesses, philanthropists, artists, and citizens — together improving lives. By downloading our app, Global Citizens learn about the systemic causes of extreme poverty, take action on those issues, and earn rewards with tickets to concerts, events, and experiences all over the world. Global Citizens have taken over 28.4 million actions since 2009. Today, these actions, in combination with high-level advocacy work, have led to over $35.4 billion being distributed to our partners around the world, impacting 1.09 billion Lives in the fight to end extreme poverty. For more information, visit GlobalCitizen.org.