The Giving Circle — a new community of supporters dedicated to sustaining trusted journalism, inspiring storytelling, and educational programming for everyone who depends on WCMU.
The Giving Circle is a philanthropic community designed to ensure that WCMU’s programs, reporting, and educational initiatives continue to thrive. It brings together supporters who believe in the mission of public media and want to help secure its future following the loss of federal funding.
As a Giving Circle Member, your support will:
- Sustain essential programming for your community
- Strengthen locally produced content
- Ensure diverse voices and important stories continue to be heard
The WCMU Giving Circle is more than a funding solution — it’s a celebration of what happens when a community comes together to protect something meaningful. With your support, WCMU can continue to inform, uplift, and connect people for years to come.
This is your chance to help shape the future of public media — and to be part of something truly impactful.
Why the Giving Circle?
Together, we can protect the programming and services you count on. This initiative helps fill the immediate gap ($1.6 million for this year) while also encouraging multi-year pledge commitments, supporting long-term stability and confident future planning.
How the Giving Circle Works
The Giving Circle includes four levels of annual support, each with benefits designed to connect you more deeply with WCMU—through exclusive updates, learning opportunities, and behind-the-scenes access. Above all we express gratitued on-air, online and in the community for the members fo the WCMU Giving Circle
Learn about the Giving Circle Levels
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the WCMU Giving Circle?
A community of donors making leadership-level annual gifts to protect WCMU’s mission and strengthen long-term stability.
Is my gift annual or monthly?
Giving Circle levels are based on your annual contribution amount.
Can I make a multi-year commitment?
Yes—this initiative encourages multi-year pledges to help WCMU plan confidently for the future.
Where will my recognition appear?
Depending on level, recognition may include the WCMU website, on-air messages, and the program guide.
Do benefits change?
Benefits may evolve over time.