99.5 The Mountain (KQMT-FM), an Audacy station in Denver, raised $121,000 during its 9th annual Project Sanctuary Radiothon. All proceeds support veterans and their families through Project Sanctuary’s therapeutic retreat and family support programs.

The radiothon was led by afternoon host and Brand Manager Dan Hardee on November 10. During the 12-hour broadcast, he encouraged listeners to donate and had special guests join him, including Robert Devall, the Director of Military Affairs for the Aurora Chamber of Commerce and Emily Johnson, the Director of Mental Health at West Metro Fire Rescue. Hardee also shared powerful stories from veterans and their families, including one from a Project Sanctuary volunteer who served 4 years in the Air Force and has witnessed how the organization’s retreats help veterans and their families find hope. 

“We appreciate Project Sanctuary’s deep commitment to the well-being of military families and look forward to this event every year,” said Dan Hardee, Brand Manager and Host, 99.5 The Mountain. “From our hardworking volunteers and dedicated staff to our generous listeners and sponsors, the support is overwhelming in the best way. I couldn’t be prouder to host this radiothon with such a great community behind me.” 

“For nine incredible years, Project Sanctuary has been honored to partner with 99.5 The Mountain! The impact of this radiothon goes far beyond raising much-needed funds to support our military, veteran, and first responder families. It’s about spreading hope, expanding our reach, and reminding families that help is available and they are not alone,” said Heather Ehle, Founder, Project Sanctuary. “Over the years, we’ve brought together extraordinary supporters, donors, and like-minded organizations. What started as a fundraiser has truly become a family reunion and a celebration of giving back! Dan, Vicky, Mike, Allison, and the entire 99.5 The Mountain team have poured their hearts into making this event something special. We couldn’t be more grateful for nine years of friendship, generosity, and saving lives together! I love the emphasis on how this has grown into something much bigger than a fundraiser. It’s a community, a family, and a lifeline. That’s the heart of the story.” 

Project Sanctuary believes that when one person serves, the whole family serves. Through their professional staff of counselors, social workers, and recreation therapists, they are one of the few organizations that support not just the veteran but the whole family, creating multigenerational change toward positive, healthy habits for at-risk military families. 

Listeners can tune in to 99.5 The Mountain (KQMT-FM) in Denver, on-air and nationwide on the Audacy app and website. Fans can also connect with the station on social media via X, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.