As the world continues to suffer the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, FOX8/WGHP will hold a first of its kind, virtual/in-studio telethon Thursday, April 16, from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m., to assist in the relief effort.

“The generosity of the Triad is on display as we all help each other through these times. The Salvation Army helps in so many ways and making a donation for their local efforts here at home is especially important right now,” said FOX8/WGHP General Manager Jim Himes.

The 13-hour in-studio telethon will be staffed by Salvation Army volunteers and FOX8 staff members.  In accordance with social distancing and stay-at-home guidelines set forth by local and federal government leaders, FOX8 will utilize Zoom virtual meeting technology and a centralized hotline number to coordinate the effort.

All money pledged during the 13-hour virtual phone bank will be processed by the Salvation Army’s national headquarters and distributed locally throughout the Piedmont Triad community.  

Click on the image below to hear a message from Captain Matt Hedgren for the Telethon!

With the COVID-19 Pandemic at it’s doorstep, the Greensboro Command continues to serve the city. The food pantry has become an even more essential tool due to the increase demand from so many who have recently lost jobs. This has also created an additional strain on the Food Bank. Thankfully, area supporters have taken steps to provide additional resources. But the need is great, and additional resources are in high demand. A new "Drop and Go Donations" has been created in front of the Administration building to offer others the ability to have a method to give safely.

If you have the ability to donate financially, this would give us the freedom to quickly open prepared processes and procedures to for relief and deployment of resources to those in need. Click her and please consider a donation today. Let's fight this together!