Audacy Stations Raise Funds for Las Vegas Food Bank
Three radio stations collected over $236,000 for the Three Square Food Bank during October.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Audacy radio stations Mix 94.1, 98.5 KLUC, and Q100.5 raised $236,739 to support the Three Square Food Bank. The funds will provide 473,478 meals for families facing food insecurity in Las Vegas.
Why it matters
The initiative addresses critical hunger needs in the community ahead of the upcoming holiday season. Radio personalities facilitated the collection efforts to ensure local families have access to necessary food resources.
The fundraising drive generated $236,739 in total cash donations across four Albertsons locations. These proceeds are slated to provide 473,478 meals for residents in the Las Vegas area.
The players
Three Square Food Bank
This organization is a major nonprofit food bank that serves residents throughout Las Vegas and Southern Nevada.
Audacy
This is a large-scale American broadcasting company that operates multiple radio stations across the United States.
The details
Radio personalities from three local stations broadcast live from Albertsons stores in Centennial Hills, Green Valley/Henderson, the Southwest, and Summerlin to gather donations. Staff collected cash contributions from the public throughout the weekend events.
Timeline
The food drive occurred over the weekends throughout October 2026.
Market Landscape
This collaborative fundraising effort aligns with the broader industry trend of media companies leveraging their broadcast reach to support regional charitable initiatives. By partnering with local retailers, these stations are deepening their community engagement relative to national competitors.
Shoppers who visited the participating Albertsons locations during the October events directly contributed to the food bank's ability to supply local meals. Residents can continue to support the Three Square Food Bank through direct donations on their website.
The takeaway
Community-led radio fundraisers provide a direct pathway for residents to help their neighbors facing food insecurity. These events demonstrate how localized media campaigns can successfully generate significant support for non-profit organizations.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to support vulnerable populations in the Las Vegas Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Radio Ink.
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