WASHINGTON, D.C. (Thursday, November 13, 2025) – In a powerful show of unity and generosity, WHUR 96.3FM’s 47th Annual Food2Feed Radiothon once again brought the DMV together, raising more than $61,000 and a truckload of non-perishable food to help feed families experiencing hardship this holiday season.
This year’s success carries special meaning. With many residents grappling with the lingering effects of the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. and the pause in SNAP benefits, the need for food assistance has surged. An estimated 1.5 million people across the region face food insecurity, and with every dollar providing two meals, the radiothon’s impact will be felt in households across the DMV.
All funds raised will be shared equally between the Capital Area Food Bank and Shabach Ministries, two trusted partners committed to ensuring families have consistent access to nutritious food during the holidays and beyond.
The radiothon’s success was made possible by the incredible generosity of our listeners and the unwavering support of our community partners. WHUR extends special thanks to our corporate sponsors—Truist Bank and Macy’s Downtown Metro Center—whose commitment to serving the community helped drive this year’s achievement. WHUR also acknowledges the invaluable volunteer service of the Howard University students, who showed up with energy, dedication, and compassion throughout the event.
“Our listeners and sponsors continue to show up with heart,” said Sean Plater, WHUR General Manager. “At a time when so many in our community are facing real uncertainty, the generosity displayed during Food2Feed 2025 reminds us of the power we have to lift each other up. We are grateful for every supporter, every sponsor, and every student volunteer who stood with us to make a meaningful difference.”
WHUR thanks everyone who gave, shared, volunteered, and supported this year’s radiothon. Your compassion is helping deliver hope, stability, and dignity to families throughout the region during one of the most challenging times of the year.
About WHUR
Owned and operated by Howard University, WHUR 96.3FM has a long-standing legacy of community service, uplifting programming, and impactful outreach, highlighted by signature events like the annual Food2Feed Radiothon
