Little could we have imagined back in 1983, twenty-six years after the ministry came into existence, what was in store when the very first radio station went on the air. From day one and continuing today, our passion has been to use every tool the Lord has blessed Family Life with to share the gospel.
SHARATHON IS AT OF ITS BUDGET!
Stepping Out in Faith
Sharathon Budget: $2.75 million
Family Life Sharathons are the primary way of raising the financial support needed to cover the ministry’s monthly operating costs. The Spring Sharathon will take place as a live, on-air event from April 14th – 17th where announcers share how God works through the various arms of ministry, popular music artists and program hosts are interviewed, and uplifting music is played.
“I believe” are words foundational to a relationship with God!
We have witnessed God touching hearts
We will never know until eternity how many people, just like this teenager, have told the Lord, “I believe” because of your partnership with Family Life.
“In 2021 I was 13. I was a rebel to everything my family held as Christians. I listened to terrible music and ran around with a pretty rough crowd. I even planned to run away from home. I hated my family so much. My family always played Family Life in the car, so I had to listen to it, which I hated. The fall of 2021 I was listening to my radio in my room, when I had a weird urge to flip to Family Life. I did, and that was the end of my hatred and bitterness. I sat with tears running down my face for hours that Sunday afternoon. I surrendered my life to Jesus, and the people I once had for friends noticed, I was different. Your station saved my life, thank you. I would never have known my wrong if it wasn’t for what you do every day. I still love Jesus, and even though I still struggle from time to time, your station reminds me of my covenant to God, and how much I owe Him for His great sacrifice.”
Drive-Thru Chicken BBQ
Family Life’s Drive Thru Chicken BBQ will be held in conjunction with the Spring Sharathon on Friday, April 17 from 3pm – 7pm! Come to Family Life for some of Nick’s famous Chicken BBQ, salt potatoes, baked beans, a roll with butter and a bottle of water – all for only $15! You can purchase sodas and desserts for an additional $1 each. There will be no advance sales and is first come/first serve. Those who come to the Chicken BBQ can be eligible to win Family Life prizes!
Guitar Giveaway
Family Life is excited to offer a special giveaway to get involved with Spring Sharathon – a beautiful ROGUE guitar! The guitar is signed by many Christian artists like Colton Dixon, Rend Collective, Jamie MacDonald, Riley Clemmons and Darren from We Are Messengers, along with many others from last year’s Kingdom Bound. Any gift given during the FOUR DAYS of Sharathon makes you eligible for the end of Sharathon drawing. Why not prayerfully consider what God might have YOU DO to partner with Family Life? Call today! 800.927.9083
hourly Giveaways
You won’t want to miss one minute of the 2026 SPRING SHARATHON! We’ve had some unique prizes given to the ministry and are going to do some exciting hourly contests! The pictures below show just a few examples of what will be given away, but here’s the deal – you never know what’s going to happen on any of the four days! So plan on tuning in, April 14-17, starting at 6am!
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Pledges can be submitted by clicking the button below. You may submit your pledge payment by completing the donation form above, mailing in a check, or stopping by our office. If you have any questions, please email us at donate@familylife.org or give us a call at 800.927.9083.
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We can not do what we do without the support of our listeners. We want to thank you ahead of time for all of your support and for listening to our Sharathon!
Noon Programing
While we suspend our normal midday teaching programs during Sharathon, you can stay up to date with Living on the Edge, Focus on the Family, and A New Beginning throughout the entire event. We’ll post the episodes for each day right here, so you can tune into their biblical insight and sound teaching wherever you are!
Living on the Edge
4/15/26
Focus on the Family
4/15/26
A New Beginning
4/15/26
500 for 5 Prayer Needs
During each day of the Sharathon, we ask that you would take 5 minutes a day to partner with us in prayer over the following list.
Sharathon Sponsor
Thank you to our sponsor for providing special incentives for this fundraising endeavor! It is our greatest hope that you’ll join with us in extending appreciation for their excitement and willingness to get involved.
You can join the multitude stepping out in faith and saying, “I believe!”
Giving Regions
| Region | Given Amount | Goal Amount | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet | $-- | $165,000 | 50% |
| ID | Region | Given Amount | Goal Amount | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NY Northwest | $-- | $275,000 | 50% |
| 2 | NY Mid-Central | $-- | $180,000 | 50% |
| 3 | NY Central | $-- | $130,000 | 50% |
| 4 | NY North Central | $-- | $15,000 | 50% |
| 5 | NY Central Eastern | $-- | $30,000 | 50% |
| 6 | NY Eastern | $-- | $1,000 | 50% |
| 7 | NY Southwest | $-- | $290,000 | 50% |
| 8 | NY Mid-Central Southern Tier | $-- | $335,000 | 50% |
| 9 | NY Central Southern Tier | $-- | $305,000 | 50% |
| 10 | NY South-Eastern | $-- | $44,000 | 50% |
| ID | Region | Given Amount | Goal Amount | Progress |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PA Far-Western | $-- | $130,000 | 50% |
| 2 | PA North-Western | $-- | $180,000 | 50% |
| 3 | PA North-Central | $-- | $270,000 | 50% |
| 4 | PA North-Eastern | $-- | $65,000 | 50% |
| 5 | PA Western | $-- | $110,000 | 50% |
| 6 | PA SouthWestern | $-- | $15,000 | 50% |
| 7 | PA Mid-Western | $-- | $55,000 | 50% |
| 8 | PA Central | $-- | $65,000 | 50% |
| 9 | PA Mid-Eastern | $-- | $80,000 | 50% |
| 10 | PA SouthCentral | $-- | $10,000 | 50% |