Development
‘Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me!’ album helps stations generate goodwill with donors
Stations are taking advantage of the free album to build connections with their communities.Rock station documentary provides support for community radio stations during pandemic
The film “WBCN and the American Revolution” is available for listeners to rent online, giving them a way to support local community ...How stations are changing up fundraising strategies during the pandemic
In the latest webinar in our series, two public media leaders discussed how their stations are building resilient revenue streams.Concerns about COVID-19 sideline canvassing for donors, raise questions about restarting
Contributor Development Partnership and Donor Development Strategies suspended canvassing in March to protect canvassers and community members from contracting the virus.Public radio stations receive Google grants
Stations will use the funds for news operations and technology upgrades.Oklahoma network receives $1 million gift from billionaire’s foundation
The Richison Family Foundation provided the donation with “no strings attached” on how the funds are to be spent.Stations expand pandemic coverage with boost from Facebook grants
Facebook has spent nearly $2 million over the last two months to fund public media.Membership fundraising held its own in first weeks of coronavirus lockdown
CDP's analysis of early 2020 fundraising shows sustainers are living up to their name.Why premiums can be too much of a good thing — especially now
There’s a window of opportunity to bank as much revenue as possible. Eliminating your use of premiums in digital giving is a ...WBUR pares pledge drive to one day, surpasses $1 million goal
WBUR cut its planned eight-day drive to 13 hours "when we saw what was unfolding" with the coronavirus pandemic.5 tips for managing a sales team remotely
A manager's role is more important than ever as sales teams move into the uncharted world of working from home for an ...In times of crisis, public media sponsorships provide unique value in brand marketing
When reaching out to clients, remember that public media sponsorships offer effective ways for companies to build their brands.Stations brace for downturns in underwriting income, seek new clients
Experts say stations should get creative and find new partners during the coronavirus outbreak.After efforts that fell short, NPR and stations plan new collaboration to land big gifts
NPR and 15 stations are developing a fundraising pilot "in a full spirit of co-creation."How to recalibrate and press ahead with public media fundraising
As donors reassess giving priorities during these uncertain times, we must emphasize our time-tested values and service to local communities.
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