Rainbow Connection raises $352K for new telethon record

Past Director Carmel Haueter (center) and current Director Perci Garner (right) celebrate with volunteers during Sunday's telethon, seen on Spectrum Channel 15 and tuscrainbow.org
NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (March 10, 2025) – The Rainbow Connection has reason to celebrate again today.
The non-profit organization’s annual telethon and weeklong auction raised more than $352,000 by the time the broadcast ended Sunday afternoon, all to help disadvantaged residents and people with disabilities throughout the county.
Sunday’s telethon topped last year’s record by about $24,000.
Director Perci Garner is praising the community for its continued support.