It was great success for the fundraiser for Daffodil Place in St. John’s.
VOCM held a 24-hour radiothon to support cancer campaign.
The grand total of $450,000 tops all previous such campaigns for Daffodil Place, which helps to soften the blow for people who have to travel to St. John’s for cancer care.
It cost about $120 to $130 a night to provide accommodations for two people, but they only have to pay $50. Costs for the home away from home have gone up roughly by 25% over the past three years.
Al Pelly, of the Canadian Cancer Society says the money will help them provide all the services for patients.
Pelly thanked everyone who stepped up and gave a donation, as well as VOCM for getting the word out about the campaign.