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Coats for the Children Breaks Record with Over $195,000 Raised


Topic: Children�s Issues
Posted on 3/4/2024

The 35th annual WRAL Coats for the Children campaign from Capitol Broadcasting�s WRAL in Raleigh, N.C., broke its record with more than 3000 coats collected and over $195,000 donated in support of the Salvation Army. �We are thrilled to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Coats For The Children with such incredible enthusiasm from our community,� says Don Ursich, WRAL�s production manager. �The record-breaking number of donations reflects the warmth and kindness that defines who we are as a community, and we couldn�t be prouder to be part of this amazing journey.�



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