DABO Detroit and 105.9 KISS FM set live holiday giveathon for Nov. 18
DABO Detroit Inc. will team with Mason & Angie Starr of 105.9 KISS FM for a Nov. 18 live giveathon to raise money and toys for Make Christmas Very Merry, which gives metro Detroit children free holiday gifts. The effort supports a Dec. 22 gift event where children 14 and under can pick out toys for themselves.
Why it matters: - The giveathon is designed to fund holiday gifts for metro Detroit children whose families are facing financial hardship. - Money and toys collected during the broadcast go directly to Make Christmas Very Merry, which helps children choose their own Christmas gifts. - The program reaches families who may not be able to afford holiday presents on their own.
What happened: - DABO Detroit Inc. will host the DABO Detroit Giveathon on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. - Mason & Angie Starr of 105.9 KISS FM will broadcast live from DABO’s headquarters at 12048 Grand River Ave. in Detroit. - The event will raise money and new toys for Make Christmas Very Merry. - DABO says the annual program provides free holiday gifts to metro Detroit children whose families are experiencing financial hardship.
The details: - This year’s Make Christmas Very Merry gift event is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 9928 Grand River Ave. in Detroit. - Children ages 14 and under will pick out their own toys. - Each child will receive five gifts. - Up to three children will be served per family. - No proof of income is required. - DABO says every dollar and toy raised during the Giveathon will go toward the gift event. - The Giveathon can accept donations online at donation page. - Supporters can also drop off checks or new, unwrapped toys at DABO, 12048 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI 48204, between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Listeners can call in a pledge live during the Mason & Starr Morning Show on 105.9 KISS FM. - Community partners supporting the Giveathon include Amazon, Converging Power Church, New Destiny Christian Fellowship and Goodman Acker law firm. - Media are welcome on site during the broadcast for interviews and photos.
Between the lines: - The drive marks the 10th year of Make Christmas Very Merry. - Rev. Horace Sheffield III said the program has served children living in shelters and families dealing with hardship across metro Detroit. - Sheffield said the effort matters because many families are struggling and some children may receive these gifts as their only Christmas presents. - The roster of donors already includes Ian Conyers, the Emage Center with Dr. Lipman, the UAW and Marvin Mack.
What’s next: - DABO will use the Nov. 18 broadcast to collect the money and toys needed for the Dec. 22 gift event. - The holiday distribution will determine how many children can be served and how many gifts are available. - DABO is also inviting media coverage during the live broadcast.
The bottom line: - DABO Detroit is turning a live radio event into a direct holiday gift drive for families across metro Detroit.
Disclaimer: This article was produced by AGP Wire with the assistance of artificial intelligence based on original source content and has been refined to improve clarity, structure, and readability. This content is provided on an “as is” basis. While care has been taken in its preparation, it may contain inaccuracies or omissions, and readers should consult the original source and independently verify key information where appropriate. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, investment, or other professional advice.
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