Help your community support the station it depends on
WCMU is powered by the people who listen. Become a Challenge Grantor and inspire others to give — while putting your name or business at the center of something that matters.
Why this moment matters: Until last year, 20% of WCMU's funding came from the federal government. That funding is gone. We need more support from more listeners to preserve and grow this service at a time when other news outlets are contracting. A Challenge Grant from you helps make that happen.
How it works: Your commitment encourages others to give
A Challenge Grant works as matching funds during our Summer Drive. When listeners know their donation is matched by a community leader like you, they're more likely to give — and give more. It's a win for your business, a win for listeners, and a win for WCMU.
Step 1
You commit.
Make a Challenge Grant commitment of $1,000 or more before the drive begins.
Step 2
We go live.
During the drive, our hosts announce your challenge on air, motivating listeners to give.
Step 3
Community responds.
Listener donations are matched by your grant, multiplying the impact of every gift.
Step 4
Everyone wins.
You earn community goodwill. Listeners feel empowered. WCMU raises more support.
Ready to become a Challenge Grantor?
CALL US:
800-727-9268 to speak with
our development team.
EMAIL US:
Send a message to our Director of Development, Shannon French
frenc2sm@cmich.edu
Please reach out by June 5, 2026 to ensure your grant is set up before the Summer Drive begins on June 12.