The Rural Radio Resiliency Fund would:
✔️ Support public stations serving at-risk communities
✔️ Ensure access to emergency information
✔️ Prevent rural & tribal station closure
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Public radio is an irreplaceable resource. Federal support accounted for as much as 50% of smaller & rural station budgets — with funding eliminated, local broadcasters are more vulnerable than ever.
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Local stations are reeling from the loss of federal funding, with smaller & rural stations especially vulnerable.
Introducing: The Rural Radio Resiliency Fund. A new proposal to boost stations serving the country’s most vulnerable areas.
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Want to help your local independent station stay on the air? Back the Rural Radio Resiliency Fund — a new proposal to support public radio stations in rural, remote, and tribal communities.
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Public radio connects the country. Rural, remote, and tribal stations keep us safe, informed, and together.
🌄 Help keep your stations strong at https://t.co/7CxJz24HCo
What makes public radio different?
🏞️ Reaches communities no one else does
🚧 Partners with emergency officials
📡 Keeps broadcasting when power goes out & networks go down
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Emergency managers rely on and partner with public radio stations to reach 99% of Americans with reliable service and alerts. In times of crisis, communities turn to public radio.
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Public radio is the ONLY source of local news, cultural content, and emergency alerts in many of our rural communities.
Today, we’re teaming up with the @RuralPMAlliance to celebrate #RuralVoicesDay! Join listeners from across rural America in supporting your local stations.
Federal support was an integral part of helping tribal stations broadcast to their communities. With funding cut, these stations must now close significant revenue gaps — or risk going off the air for good.
📲 Help ensure these vital voices are heard: https://t.co/7CxJz24HCo
More than other broadcast services, listeners rely on public radio. Whether tuning in from the car or connecting from rural areas, local stations are vital.
Public radio can’t rely on listener support alone. Help build a better future ➡️ https://t.co/7CxJz25frW
Rural radio IS public radio. Local stations cover the issues, industries, and ideas that matter to America’s farmers, families, workers, and everyone in between.
These communities shouldn’t be left in the dark. Support rural radio: https://t.co/7CxJz24HCo 🌄
Stations across the country are already feeling the impact of the loss of federal funding for public media. Layoffs, ending beloved local programs, cutting back on services — without additional federal support, even more could be at risk.
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Public radio IS local radio:
📰 News covering the issues where YOU live.
🎨 Highlighting hometown artists & musicians.
📬 Updating listeners on community events, businesses, & programs.
But to keep it free and independent, your stations need your help: https://t.co/7CxJz24HCo
DID YOU KNOW? Most Americans trust and rely on public radio.
✅ 71% believe public radio is a valuable community service
✅ More than 7-in-10 rely on news and emergency alerts for their public safety
Amid new threats and ongoing challenges, public radio continues to keep our communities connected. Now, more than ever, we must fight for new ways to secure support for the stations you count on. Help us close out the year by sharing your support today!
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Local public radio stations are starting to feel the impact of federal funding cuts. Layoffs, programming cuts, and reductions in news/emergency services could be in play.
Your stations remain committed to serving their communities. Show your support: https://t.co/7CxJz25frW