Giving Guide: Little Rock Public Radio

MISSION:

Little Rock Public Radio is dedicated to delivering independent, fact-based journalism and enriching our community through comprehensive coverage of the arts and classical music. In pursuit of this mission, we uphold the highest standards of public service, reporting, producing and distribution of content that informs and inspires.

FUNDRAISERS AND EVENTS:

  • Arkansas Tiny Desk Contest 2024: Sat., Oct. 5 at The Hall. Tickets available from $20-$75. Live performance of Top 3 favorite Arkansas artists from NPR Tiny Desk.
  • The Signal: Thurs., Dec. 5 at CALS Ron Robinson Theatre. Tickets available from $40-$100. Statewide news show, with NPR Correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben as guest of honor.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES:

  • $10/month: Become a sustaining member and provide a steady foundation for programming.
  • $365 or dollar-a-day: Help extend the signal and connect more listeners.
  • $1,200 or $100/month: Join the Signal Society, a VIP membership that helps upgrade equipment.
  • Corporate Sponsors: Support equitable and accessible storytelling through events. Email events@kuar.org for more information.

FUNDING SOURCES:

  • Individual Giving: 46%
  • Grants & Endowments: 22%
  • Corporate Support (Underwriting): 20%
  • UA Little Rock Support: 12%

5820 Asher Ave., Ste. 400
Little Rock, AR 72204
501.916.6400 | ualrpublicradio.org | Facebook | Instagram

Established: 1973
Employees: 11
Service area: Central Arkansas

Leadership

General Manager: Jonathan Seaborn

Friends of KLRE/KUAR Board of Directors

Lacy Selig, President
Kara Wilkins, Vice President
Nan Selz, Secretary
David Koehler and Jay Barth, Board Recruitment & Governance Chair
Kimberly Lee and Kara Wilkins, Events Chairs
Sandra McGrew and Stephanie Jackson, Sustainers & Supporters Chairs
Westley Ashley
Jay Barth
Elizabeth Cohen
Shana Graves
Karen Guthrie
Glen Hooks
Kevin Jones
David Koehler
Eric McDaniel
Kathleen McDonald
Jasmine Richardson
Ruth Shepherd
Lucy Whiteside


The 2024/2025 Arkansas Giving Guide is presented by Wright Lindsey Jennings. Click here to read a letter from our sponsors.

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