Did You Know the Gospel World Gave St. Jude a Unique Gift of Life?
Hey Cuties,
I hope you remembered to spring forward Saturday night.  Are you like many others struggling to adjust? I had an amazing time hanging out with the folks from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on Thursday. St. Jude and Radio One music stations took over the airways for the annual St. Jude Radiothon. If you heard it on your radio then you know what I’m talking about. If you didn’t, don’t worry I’m going to fill you in. If you want to donate you can still call 1-800-411-9898. 
This room was a constant revolving door. This is where the action took place. It was loud, it was quiet, it was love, it was support it was competition it was breakfast, it was lunch and it was networking. It was all of the things. However the energy was always good. We could also see a tally of how much money we raised.
The goal was to sign up as many St. Jude Partners in Hope, to be a partner you commit to donating $20 a month for a year. When you become a partner you received this dope shirt. They also offered a variety of incentives around the hour that you would get in addition to this t-shirt.
OH MY GOSH! Gospel artists Robert E. Person and Stephen Hurd were so freaking hilarious. Robert was answering calls and Stephen was talking to the people in the background. One caller recognized his voice and said they attend his church. hahahahha When Stephen Hurd started answering the phone he had a British accent, he is NOT British. hahahha It was great to see some of Gospels most amazing artist in here supporting a worthy cause but also having an amazing time.
St. Jude patients never receive a bill when they come for treatment. Some patients are there for a really long time. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital focuses on taking care of your kids and easing your burden. You don’t pay for food, lodging or medical expenses. LISTEN!!!!! As a parent your job is to simply focus on your child and they take care of everything else.
It takes a village to keep this well-oiled St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital machine going. Autotrader is a member of that village; they were on hand lending their support.
I was on the phone-lines talking to the donors. It was nice to hear them share their story, they were eager to give their credit card numbers honey. These folks were genuine; I had a lady tell me to hurry up because she had a meeting to attend. I loved that she wanted to make sure she made her donation before her meeting. I made it as quick as possible.
Jeremiah Hicks and I were sitting next to one another answering calls and chatting.
DJ Soul was a nervous mess, I laughed the entire time. He would panic every time the phone rang, but he would answer it and handle the call and then panic when he hung up. HILARITY! Our seats were revolving doors so we all answered the phones and then someone in would swap us out and we would take a break and they would answer calls. I was a natural.
Post interview pictures, Vashawn Mitchell sings Nobody Greater and that is one of my favorite gospel jams. My Stephen Hurd jam is Revelations v1 (Hallelujah, Salvation & Glory)
Clifton Ross III, BET’s Sunday Best All Stars and I sat down and chatted out why he supports St. Jude.
Gospel Artist Natalie Wilson came out to answer some calls.
Jawn Murry is one of my new favorite people. I’ve seen him at events, I’ve seen him on TV but this was the first time I had a chance to get to know him. He is my spirit animal. I will work with him again, hear that Universe?
Gospel Artist Charles Butler rolled up his sleeves and got to work after our interview. Â He and Jawn Murray cut up so bad; it was nice to see the brotherhood the artists have with one another.
L to R: Vashawn Mitchell, Jawn Murray, Praise 104.1 VJay Cheryl Jackson, Brittney Wright, Roderick Giles, Jarmel Evan, Clifton Ross III, Stephen Hurd, Jeremiah Hicks & Ron Thompson
Big Shout out to Lisa and Devin from St. Jude they were a huge help. They made sure we were trained and answered any questions we had.
Have you ever called in and donated to a radiothon or a telethon? Chat with me in the comment below or FB, IG or Twitter.
It’s great to see people come together to give back. How awesome that you were able to participate too.
So many people in several states came together. It was amazing to witness.
Awwww, I love this. St. Jude is such a wonderful charity to donate to. They do SO much for the kids they treat.
They do Robin, they are incredible. I’m honored to be an ambassador for them.
What a great cause. It is so nice to see the artists of the Gospel community helping make the world a better place. I cannot believe y’all raised a quarter of a million dollars. My hat is off to all.
Chrishelle, they showed up and showed out. I’m so honored to be a part of it all.
St. Jude is always a wonderful place to donate and give of service. Looks like you had a wonderful time, gave some service back and helped many people in the end. If you made some new friends and connections all a winner.
A total and complete winner for sure. My heart was done good.
I love events for a cause like this. You get to help out and you also get enjoy your time.
That is exactly what happened Franc.
This is awesome. Glad you and these artists were able to participate for such a great cause!
Thanks Joanna, they did an incredible job.
Wow, that is so amazing the amount that was raised. It is for such a great cause too. I love it when people come together to support something like this.
Me too Christy, they came together in great number.
I am all for anything that benefits our children today, cause they are after all the future, the next generation. I trust the even was very successful.
I agree Carlana and I love that St. Jude is making sure they live a long life.
Such an amazing charity. Thanks for sharing this. I support St Jude’s because they do amazing work. Way to go raising that much money for St Jude’s. Hats off.
Paula you are so right, amazing work for sure.
Looks like a fun event. So jealous. Your lipstick was popping too!
Ha, thanks Felecia. I try to keep my lipstick on point.
I have never donated to a telethon but I always donate to St. Jude when I see a donation canister or something. They are doing great work.
Thanks for your support Pam.
I love St Judes. The things that they do are amazing for families. I love that they raised so much money.
Thanks Jenn, they are changing and saving lives everyday.
Congrats on beating your goal! Looks like you had fun! This is such a great cause!
Thanks Michelle.
St. Jude’s is such a great cause. I love this. Looks like a great event!
Thanks Jacqui, they are so worthy of everything.
I have heard of St Jude before over the years. I love that they help children and understand families may have financial challenges and don’t bill them.
Val they are so freaking amazing. I love doing work for and with them.
Heeeey!!! I know Kassidy. Such a small world. Looks a like a really great event. I’ve always been a St. Jude supporter.
Small world, she is so freaking amazing. I love her. Thanks for your support.
I love this! As a fellow St. Jude ambassador, I was so sad that I wasn’t here for this incredible event. Great job on the interview and recap. St. Jude does such amazing work!
Thanks Christine, I feel like I need them more than they need me. They are so incredibly amazing.
It feels good deep inside to be able to go out and do good for people who really need it the most. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital needs all the help they can get to give their patients a better life.
It really does Annemarie, it feels so amazing to help so many children.
Woo well done on raising so much money!! Looks like you had such a fun time 🙂
Thanks Stephen, it was so much fun.
I’m glad that you are part of that event, such a fun event, I’ve never been attended any event like this.
Thanks, it was an honor to be there and support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
It’s a great feeling when you’ve been in a fun event. I’m so glad that you shared this.
It really is Victoria, it was rewarding.
Wow this is awesome!! Thanks for sharing something positive and uplifting. Btw I love Vashawn Mitchell I listen to him quite often.
That is dope RaNesha.
This is great to see! I am sure everyone there had a great time, and knowing you helped so many makes the experience that much better.
Emily we enjoyed every minute of it.
I love that you are so committed to a cause you love. That is beyond dope that you all exceeded your goal. Congratulations! I’m also not surprised that you were a natural. You looked comfortable and confident in your photos.
Thanks Courtney, it shocks me how comfortable I am with it all. That means I’m exactly where I need to be.
THis is a fabulous initiative. Giving back to the community is such an important thing to do. I love to hear about people and organizations helping St. Judes hospital.
Jenn it is, I always enjoy giving back. It gives me a different kind of feel.
What an awesome thing for them to do! St. Jude’s is such a great cause to support!
I agree, so amazing.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is such an amazing place! I makes me happy to see so many pitching in to help with fundraising!
Thanks Kate.
I heard great things about Saint Jude for the longest time. I’m glad that you got to be a part of the amazing things that they do.
Thanks Kassee, they are amazing.
This seems like a cool way to earn donations. The t-shirts are cool too.
It is Tione.
I have donated to St Jude before, but not through Telethon or radiothon. It looks like such great event. It’s always good to see people get together and give back.
Thanks for your support Vany, giving back feels so good.