A billion-dollar hit to our industry is enough to make any Chief Financial Officer sweat. And that's exactly what happened to public media one year ago today, when Congress voted to eliminate federal funding.
My job as NPR's CFO isn't just to balance the books; it's to protect a vital public asset. Today, I'm asking you to take action with me.
The NPR Network cannot back down on our mission because we know that millions of people rely on this trusted journalism and programming. And, I am so grateful that we don't need to back down because supporters like you stand with us.
Our strength – and our independence – has always come from you, the public. The NPR Network continues because the public decides it will.
I can tell you firsthand: you can't run a world-class, independent newsroom on hope. A free press doesn’t just happen.
Public media needs growing, reliable financial support to fuel essential reporting and build what’s next.
Now is the time to give. Not just for yourself, but for our collective right to know the facts. Your donation of any amount is needed. Every dollar makes a difference.
Power to the public,
Daphne Kwon
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