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Funding Cuts Threaten PBS; 120,000 Donors Raise $20M

7/28/2025

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Donors Support Public Broadcasting

Congress slashed $535 million in federal funding for PBS, NPR, and local stations, threatening the future of public broadcasting. In a show of support, 120,000 new donors stepped up, raising around $20 million. Yet, this surge in generosity still leaves many stations vulnerable, facing potential closures amid the funding crisis.

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Public Stations Struggle

Indiana's public broadcasting stations are grappling with a staggering $1.1 billion federal funding cut, leaving many teetering on the brink of closure. Smaller stations, which are vital for local news, face the harsh reality of losing over half their income. Leaders urgently call for community support, yet the future of sustainable funding hangs in the balance amidst fierce competition for grants.

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Donors Support Public Broadcasting

Congress slashed $535 million in federal funding for PBS, NPR, and local stations, threatening the future of public broadcasting. In a show of support, 120,000 new donors stepped up, raising around $20 million. Yet, this surge in generosity still leaves many stations vulnerable, facing potential closures amid the funding crisis.

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