Support WAMU 88.5

There are many ways from which you may choose to support the station.

Become a member

You may:

• Donate now using your credit card online;
• set up a recurring, monthly contribution through our sustaining membership program;
• donate a vehicle; or,
• designate a payroll deduction (for American University employees and participants in the Combined Federal Campaign).

You may prefer to mail us your check in any amount, payable to WAMU 88.5, to:

WAMU 88.5
ATTN: Membership
4400 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC
20016-8082

Our secure membership fax number is (202) 885-1287.

For more information on giving and benefits:

• Sustaining Membership
• Employer Matching Gifts
• Car/Vehicle Donation
• Leadership Circle
• Combined Federal Campaign
• Rules Regarding Cash and Payroll Deduction Contributions
• Donor Bill of Rights
• Membership FAQ
• Radio Bookmark
• Radio Bookmark FAQ
• Day Sponsorship
  • Day Sponsor FAQ
• MemberCard
  • MemberCard FAQ
• Membership Staff
• Articles
  • Year End Giving Suggestions
  • Support WAMU Without Making A Donation
  • WAMU, NPR and You

Become a major donor

Become a major donor by joining our Leadership Circle – a select group of major donors who each contribute $1,000 and greater to WAMU per year and enjoy unique benefits.

Planned giving

Make WAMU 88.5 a part of your legacy with a planned gift. You may wish to make a planned gift to WAMU 88.5 through our planned giving program. For additional information about making a bequest or donating appreciated assets, a portion of your estate, and other estate planning opportunities – as well as recognition in WAMU’s 1961 Society, visit our planned giving pages.

Become a volunteer or an in-kind food/beverage donor

Volunteers not only provide time and talent to WAMU 88.5, but also offer you an opportunity to see how public radio works first-hand. In-kind food donors have a unique opportunity to showcase their business and products during WAMU special events and membership campaigns.

Corporate Sponsorship

As a business or nonprofit organization, consider sponsorship of our programs.  Corporate sponsorship provides valuable support to WAMU 88.5 while at the same time putting your company in front of some of the most educated and influential people in the world. Visit featured underwriter to read a profile of a current corporate program sponsor.

Foundations

Foundations provide a small -- yet appreciated -- amount of financial support for new program initiatives. Help make a lasting mark upon the D.C. Metro Area with a foundation gift to WAMU 88.5.

Shop and Sell Online

You can shop online, and have a portion of your purchase designated to WAMU 88.5.  To review our current partners, visit Shop and Sell Online.