Dear KPR Listeners,

Last night, the White House issued an executive order to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), directing it to halt funding to NPR and PBS. Because federal funds are distributed directly to local public media stations, the order could result in a significant loss for more than 1,300 public media organizations nationwide, including KPR. Critical funding for Kansas Public Radio is just steps away from being eliminated and could result in a loss of approximately $244,000 per year.

The executive order is the latest in a series of actions taken by the White House to halt federal funding for public media's news, educational and cultural programming. If the order is implemented, it will have a negative impact on KPR and the network of organizations that work together to ensure free access to everything public media provides.

Everything we do is at risk, including unbiased news, the diverse range of music we curate, from our locally-hosted classical music, to unique programs like Retro Cocktail Hour and Trail Mix, to our continued efforts to support the arts community by amplifying the voices and contributions of local musicians and artists through shows like 105 Live.

The next several days are critical for public media. You can help by contacting Congress and expressing your support for your local public radio station. Visit Protect My Public Media for resources on advocating for KPR.

If our clear and unbiased reporting and music community matters to you, the most important thing you can do right now is to support Kansas Public Radio with a monthly donation or additional gift.

Federal support makes up 10% of KPR’s budget. Every single dollar counts for an operation like ours, and we will have to make that up in order to continue the programming you and your community rely on.

No matter what happens in Washington, we remain committed to you.

Whether you’ve been with us for years or are considering your first gift, now is the time. Your support is what stands between public media and an uncertain future. Make your emergency membership donation now.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly with any questions you have - and thank you for listening to Kansas Public Radio!

Feloniz Lovato-Winston

Director, Kansas Public Radio