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NPR Secures $113 Million Donation Boost Amid Funding Cuts

4/17/2026

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NPR announced it received $113 million in donations, including an $80 million gift from Connie Ballmer aimed at enhancing digital innovation.
An anonymous donor contributed $33 million to support the NPR Network.
Connie Ballmer emphasized the importance of informed public discourse and independent journalism.
NPR Chief Executive Katherine Maher expressed gratitude, saying the gifts will help the organization adapt to audience needs.
This funding comes after Congress cut $500 million in annual public broadcasting funding, a change that has impacted many stations.

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NPR announced it received $113 million in donations, including an $80 million gift from Connie Ballmer aimed at enhancing digital innovation.
An anonymous donor contributed $33 million to support the NPR Network.
Connie Ballmer emphasized the importance of informed public discourse and independent journalism.
NPR Chief Executive Katherine Maher expressed gratitude, saying the gifts will help the organization adapt to audience needs.
This funding comes after Congress cut $500 million in annual public broadcasting funding, a change that has impacted many stations.