The Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Association Telethon was filmed live at the Fresno City College Theatre on Sep 1, 2008. The MDA is a voluntary health agency dedicated to conquering neuromuscular diseases affecting Americans and people all over the world.
“Fresno is in an employment crisis, and despite the economic hitm, people still gave to others,” said Jeff Barrett, theatre manager at FCC.
The event raised more than $219,000.
“According to the news reports, the total amount pledged from Fresno was the highest in the US, ” said Barrett. The telethon brought the networks to FCC campus, and it could be a big boost for the FCC theatre. Barrett said that the MDA volunteers worked tirelessly and everyone was dedicated to the success of this event.
“I’m hoping that this will increase our continued involvement and support in the community,” he said.
