Care-A-Thon

Help Children Grow Up Stronger

Today, she is a bubbly elementary schooler who loves to paint, play outside and sing with her sister, Gabriela. Mariana says, "I want to be an orthopedic surgeon when I grow up, and I want to go to Georgetown University."

Children's National neonatology program has been ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for six years in a row. Mariana's family says they always will be thankful for the expertise and compassion of the NICU care team that saved her life.

Improving Care for Families in Our Community

The B101 5 Care-AA-TThon supports care for children and families in the community every year. In 2020, generous radio listeners helped launch the Children's National Fredericksburg location , conveniently located on the campus of Mary Washington Healthcare It includes pediatric specialty care in:

·Cardiology

·Sickle Cell Disease

·Endocrinology

·Neurology

·Physical Therapy

·Gastroenterology

·Hematology/Infusion

By Mandy Smith

"If you have kids, at some point during their childhood you will probably use a medical service from Children's National," says Chuck Archer, Operations Manager at B101.5 and a father of three. The nephrology team treated out son and our youngest daughter receives care from the electrophysiology team in pediatric cardiology. It's so amazing to have this incredible level of care close to home."

B101 5's 10th annual Care-AAThon will take place Thursday, Sept. 21 and Friday, Sept 22 Donate at B1015 com using the keyword "donate" or text "Buzzy" to 51555

"This can't happen without the support of generous donors like those who give during the B101.5 Care-A-Thon," Chuck says. "My wife and I have contributed for years because we know firsthand that Children's National makes miracles happen every day."

For more information, email Mandy@wbqb.com.