Public media isn’t just another channel – it’s a lifeline for our communities. Now, it’s at risk. The White House has formally submitted a request to Congress to rescind $1.1 billion in funding for public media and they have up to 45 days to adopt or reject the request. Your Members of Congress need to hear that you value this essential service. Federal funding ensures that WXXI continues to be the Rochester region’s most trusted media partner providing resources that inform, educate, engage, inspire, and strengthen our community.
Want to help keep WXXI strong in our community? Here are four ways you can get involved:
1. Call your Members of Congress
Go to Protect My Public Media and contact your lawmaker urging them to protect and sustain the essential funding that keeps public media strong and accessible for all. For just about $1.60 per person annually, federal funding supports more than 1,500+ public media stations’ local services.
2. Pledge your support
Help us sustain our work here in this region by making a contribution in support of our journalism, our arts and culture coverage, our educational outreach, and our ability to serve every household, regardless of zip code or income level.
3. Share your story
We’re collecting stories from our neighbors to help illustrate how WXXI Public Media plays a vital role in our community. Share what WXXI means to you on your social media accounts (and be sure to tag us and use #ProtectWXXI). Or, click the “Tell Your Story” button to submit your testimonial using our Google doc form.
4. Engage with us
Share a story that moved you, go to a movie at The Little Theatre, join us for an Indie Lens Pop-Up screening, attend a Live from Hochstein performance, or pick up CITY Magazine. Public Media works best when the public is truly part of it!
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