In 2011, Stephen King and Tabitha’s foundation gave $120,000 to help heat Maine homes, as their radio fundraiser brought in $241,820 for residents facing a winter with reduced federal aid
- Photo: Stephen King/ InstagramIn December 2011, international bestselling author Stephen King and his wife, Tabitha, helped Maine families facing a difficult winter by donating $120,000 to a home-heating fundraiser organised through the author’s radio station.
- The campaign eventually raised $241,820, surpassing its original goal as residents confronted higher heating costs and reduced federal assistance.
- The Bangor Daily News reported that the Kings’ contribution came through the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation, which has long supported community organisations and social causes in Maine.
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- Photo: Stephen King/ InstagramIn December 2011, international bestselling author Stephen King and his wife, Tabitha, helped Maine families facing a difficult winter by donating $120,000 to a home-heating fundraiser organised through the author’s radio station.
- The campaign eventually raised $241,820, surpassing its original goal as residents confronted higher heating costs and reduced federal assistance.
- The Bangor Daily News reported that the Kings’ contribution came through the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation, which has long supported community organisations and social causes in Maine.
Sources: Times of India