Updated on July 19, 2025. We’ve received numerous questions regarding the loss of federal funding for public radio stations, and how it impacts WRTI — so we’re sharing the following updated information to ensure you’re fully informed.
The U.S. Congress passed a rescission bill eliminating all federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) on July 18, 2025.
How does this affect WRTI?
WRTI will lose $1.4M in CPB support and services over the next two years — money that directly funds our daily broadcasts of classical music and jazz.
This is funding that had been approved but is now gone. Right now, we must raise at least $700,000 to fill the gap in this year’s budget.
How can you help?
Take a stand! Contribute a new or additional recurring, monthly sustaining gift to WRTI here to keep the music playing.
WRTI relies on listeners like you — people who believe that our community deserves access to the joy of classical music and jazz on public radio. Your support matters.