The WGVU Public Broadcasting Society is a giving society that recognizes donors who make annual gifts totaling $500 or more. By making a yearly commitment at this level, you lead by example, help develop new programs and education projects, and shape WGVU’s future.

What impact will my gift have?

With your tax-deductible support, we will continue to offer our community the finest children’s programs, the most respected news coverage, compelling drama, the liveliest arts, and unique nature and science programs.

Public Broadcasting Society Member Benefits

All Public Broadcasting Society members receive:

•   WGVU Passport – Access to your favorite PBS & WGVU shows anytime and anywhere.
•    Annual subscription to WGVU publications and other communications.

Directors Circle
$500 - $999

Benefits can include those of the member level, plus:

• Invitations to WGVU special events.
• Two tickets to at least two live entertainment performances in West Michigan.
• Insider communication via monthly Public Broadcasting Society e-newsletter.
  
  
   

Executive Producers Circle
$1,000 - $2,499

Benefits can include those of the Directors Circle, plus:

• Annual recognition in WGVU’s publications, on website, and in e-newsletters.
• Private, personalized WGVU station tours (by request).
• Complimentary tickets to Public Broadcasting Society exclusive events.
• Special lapel pin, honoring your commitment to WGVU.

Leadership Circle 
$2,500+

Benefits can include those of the Executive Producers Circle, plus:

• VIP tour of the WGVU station by the general manager or senior staff (by request).
• Invitation to record a personal message on-air (TV or radio). 
• Invitation to a private reception with WGVU station leadership.
  
   

Rather than donating cash, many of our donors are opting for smarter, non-cash options that not only support public television for future generations but offer a variety of tax benefits. You can use the resource below to learn more. Using the tool to donate stock, give from your IRA, make a grant from a Donor-Advised Fund, or a gift of cryptocurrency helps us maintain accurate records of your gifts. 

To learn more and become a member of the Public Broadcasting Society, please contact:

Molly O’Brien
Major Gifts Officer
616.331.6528
obrimoll@gvsu.edu

“I support WGVU because they provide unbiased and complete coverage of current issues in the news.” - Joel, Muskegon

“I enjoy all that you do.” – Kathryn, Grand Rapids

“Just good programming.”- Lawrence, Whitehall

“The quality of WGVU programming requires our financial backing. We appreciate the lack of commercials.” - Celia, Vandalia