Newsmakers
Become A Newsmaker
Take the lead.
Inform the community.
Support WBUR—Boston’s NPR News Station.
WBUR is one of the nation’s most distinguished and accomplished public radio stations. It offers a combination of NPR news and programming, a robust local news operation and a series of programs produced right here in Boston for national public radio audiences.
A gift of $1,200 or more makes possible the news and original programming that are hallmarks of WBUR. Whether you make one gift or multiple smaller gifts, when you reach this level you will join the group of WBUR’s most steadfast and generous donors.
As a Newsmaker, you will enjoy some special privileges and get to know the station more intimately. You will be assigned a leadership gift officer who will manage your account and ensure you are among the first to know about WBUR special events such as WBUR’s annual Public Radio Gala, the Spring WBUR Event, other station fundraisers and complimentary receptions and performances with our partner organizations.
To become a Newsmaker, please contact:
Clint Cavanaugh
Development Office
WBUR
890 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 358-0422
ccavanau@wbur.org
Thank you for your support of WBUR.
Annual “Newsmaker” Benefits*:
Correspondent — $1,200-$2,499
- Private tour of WBUR 90.9 and studios for you and a guest
- Personal management of your gifts through the Office of Development
- In-studio visit for two, to a live production of On Point, Here & Now, Radio Boston
- Advance notice of ticketed events
- Preferential seating at WBUR, or WBUR-sponsored, events such as On Point Live; Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me…; and the Handel and Haydn Society performance**
- Two complimentary invitations to VIP “Newsmaker” events, which may include exhibit openings, or live performances**
- Two tickets to an exclusive WBUR Newsmaker “Thank you” reception
- Opportunities to receive complimentary tickets to partner organizations like the ICA, MFA, ART or DeCordova**
- Reserved seating at JFK Library Forums
Producer — $2,500-$4,999
- Private tour of WBUR 90.9 and studios for you and a guest
- Personal management of your gifts through the Office of Development
- In-studio visit for four, to a live production of On Point, Here & Now, Radio Boston
- Advance notice of ticketed events
- Preferential seating at WBUR, or WBUR-sponsored, events such as On Point Live; Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me… ; and the Handel and Haydn Society performance**
- Two complimentary invitations to VIP “Newsmaker” events, which may include exhibit openings, or live performances**
- Two complimentary tickets to a WBUR Newsmaker “Thank You” reception
- Opportunities to attend events with partner organizations like the ICA, MFA, ART or DeCordova**
- Reserve seating at JFK Library Forums**
- In-station lunch by appointment for four with a WBUR arts or news reporter – Curt Nickisch, Andrea Shea, Fred Thys, Sacha Pfeiffer, Bianca Vazquez Toness or Monica Brady-Myerov
Reporter — $5,000-$9,999
- Private tour of WBUR 90.9 and studios for you and a guest
- Personal management of your gifts through the Office of Development
- In-studio visit for four, to a live production of On Point, Here & Now, Radio Boston
- Advance notice of ticketed events
- Preferential seating at WBUR, or WBUR-sponsored, events such as On Point Live; Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me…; and the Handel and Haydn Society performance**
- Four complimentary invitations to VIP “Newsmaker” events, which may include exhibit openings, or live performances**
- Four complimentary tickets to a WBUR Newsmaker “Thank you” reception
- Opportunities to attend events with partner organizations like the ICA, MFA, ART or DeCordova**
- Reserved seating at JFK Library Forums**
Additionally, you may choose between…
- In-station lunch by appointment for 4 with a WBUR arts or news reporter — Curt Nickisch, Andrea Shea, Fred Thys, Sacha Pfeiffer, Bianca Vazquez Toness or Monica Brady-Myerov
- In-station lunch by appointment with General Manager, Charlie Kravetz, and Senior Staff for four
Director — $10,000-$24,999
- Private tour of WBUR 90.9 and studios for you and a guest
- Personal management of your gifts through the Office of Development
- In-studio visit for four, to a live production of On Point, Here & Now, Radio Boston
- Advance notice of ticketed events
- Preferential seating at WBUR, or WBUR-sponsored, events such as On Point Live; Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me…; and the Handel and Haydn Society performance**
- Four complimentary invitations to VIP “Newsmaker” events, which may include dinners with NPR personalities, exhibit openings, or live performances**
- Four complimentary tickets to a WBUR Newsmaker “Thank you” reception
- Opportunities to attend events with partner organizations like the ICA, MFA, ART or DeCordova**
- Reserved seating at JFK Library Forums**
- Associate Producer for a Day with each WBUR produced show
Additionally, you may choose between…
- In-station lunch by appointment for 4 with a WBUR arts or news reporter – Curt Nickisch, Andrea Shea, Fred Thys, Sacha Pfeiffer, Bianca Vazquez Toness or Monica Brady-Myerov
- In-station lunch by appointment with General Manager, Charlie Kravetz, and Senior Staff for four
- In-station lunch by appointment for four with the news anchor of your choice — Delores Handy-Brown, Bob Oakes, Steve Brown, Deb Becker
Host — $25,000+
- Private tour of WBUR 90.9 and studios for you and a guest
- Personal management of your gifts through the Office of Development
- In-studio visit for four, to a live production of On Point, Here & Now or Radio Boston
- Preferential seating at WBUR, or WBUR-sponsored, events such as On Point Live; Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me…; and the Handel and Haydn Society performance
- Four complimentary invitations to VIP “Newsmaker” events, which may include dinners with NPR personalities, exhibit openings, or live performances
- Four complimentary tickets to a WBUR Newsmaker “Thank you” reception
- Opportunities to attend events with partner organizations like the ICA, MFA, ART or DeCordova
- Reserved seating at JFK Library Forums
- Catered dinner/brunch/cocktail party for 20 at your home with a WBUR host
Additionally, you may choose between…
- In-station lunch by appointment for four with a WBUR arts or news reporter – Curt Nickisch, Andrea Shea, Fred Thys, Sacha Pfeiffer, Bianca Vazquez Toness or Monica Brady-Myerov
- In-station lunch by appointment with General Manager, Charlie Kravetz, and Senior Staff for four
- In station lunch by appointment for four with a WBUR on-air host of your choice – Robin Young, Tom Ashbrook, Bill Littlefield, Meghna Chakrabarti
All major donors have the option of being recognized in Boston University’s Annual Report.
*Newsmaker classification is based upon your total giving during WBUR’s fiscal year, July 1-June 30.
**All offers of tickets are contingent upon availability and are, unless otherwise stated, first come, first served.
Important Documents
Planned Giving
Please contact Suzanne Tompkins for more information about planned giving.
Clint Cavanaugh
Development Office
WBUR
890 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 358-0422
ccavanau@wbur.org
Contributions of Stock
Newsmakers may reap additional tax benefits by funding their membership with appreciated securities. Contributing securities is a simple and easy way to support WBUR anytime throughout the year. Stock Transfer Instructions (PDF).
