Once again, we are overwhelmed by your kindness. Like so many Long Islanders, when we heard about 6 year-old Jake Brower and his family, we knew something had to be done.

Again, it was time to ask Long Islanders to reach out and lend a helping hand for a family in need. As usual, you showed that Long Island is a very special place; it's home, a place where people like the Brower family know what it feels like to be a part of the Long Island community.

Your generous contribution and that of many other Long Islanders totaled more than $65,741.51 for the Jake Brower Fund and the donations continue to pour in! Let's hope that our efforts will assist the Brower family in getting Jake healthy so he can grow up and do great things.

Thank you for your generosity; we couldn't be more proud to have you as one of our BAB listeners.

Roger and JP
Long Island's Rock'n'Roll Morning Show
102.3, WBAB

Here's a story that appeared in the Amityville Record about a recent fundraiser for Jake.

Cash and check donations are being accepted at:
WBAB, 555 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon NY 11704

Credit Card donations can be made by calling (631) 587-1023

Checks and Money Orders can be mailed to:
WBAB Radio, 555 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon NY 11704
Checks Payable To: THE JAKE BROWER FUND

If you'd like more info or want to let us know about your fundraiser for Jake, contact Lauren Powers. Email lauren.powers@cox.com, call 631-587-1023 x334 and/or fax 631-587-1282.

• Download fundraiser flyer.

  Jake contracted a post-operative fungal infection after brain surgery called invasive Aspergillosis, which took over his brain. Jake is one of only 2 children in this country who have survived this disease. Jake has suffered several strokes and contracted Spinal Meningitis, which left him bedridden in diapers. Jake hasn't spoken in more than a year and it is doubtful if he can see.

  Jake's father, John, is a NYC Police Officer. His mom, Lisa, has had to quit her job to take care of Jake 24/7. Jake came home from the hospital 2 days ago after his 41st surgery (17 of which were brain surgeries). His medical bills are estimated to be in the millions of dollars. John and Lisa are paying as many bills as possible, but they are in a desperate financial situation. They are also in danger of losing their home. They also have a daughter Alyssa who is caught in the middle of everything that's going on with Jake and their financial problems.