Ways to Support the Station Before the End of the Year
As we enter the season of gratitude and giving to causes near and dear to our lives, here are a few ways that you can support the station before the end of the year, if you have yet to give this year. Thank you for the support!
Donate from your IRA Charitable Rollover
Did you know folks 70 years old or older can give up to $100,000 (and up to $200,000 for married couples) from your IRA directly without having to pay income taxes on the money. The gift can be used as your required minimum distribution. You can have your financial institution issue the check directly to Central Vermont Community Radio and mailed to WGDR at 123 Pitkin Rd. Plainfield, VT 05667. You’ll need to make the gift by December 31 to qualify in the current tax year. Contact your IRA provider or visit their website to obtain a simple form to complete.
Give the Gift of WGDR For the Holidays
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Make a donation in honor of someone you love as your gift this holiday season. You can make a dedication and note who the gift is made on behalf of in the giving process. We'll send them a note and limited edition antenna sticker in recognition of the gift too! If you give during Giving Tuesday, on Tuesday, December 2, your gift impact will be doubled.
Give from a Family Foundation or Donor Advised Fund - Your generous support from your foundation or advised fund before the end of the year will truly move our mission forward. We especially look for this kind of support to launch new initiatives like moving our WGDR antenna in 2026. If you have questions, contact us.
Ways to Support Anytime
We of course appreciate support in many ways, all year long. Here are a few that don't require action by December 31 (or sooner!).
The new WGDR Antenna Fund - This one time campaign will cover the cost of raising our new antenna on the ridge in Plainfield next spring and bridge the new costs to operate it for the first few years. We're at $91K toward our $175K goal. This is a great way to support the the future of the station, helping us reach an additional 20K (or even more) Vermonters than we do with our broadcast.
Underwrite or Sponsor the station - Reach the ears of thousands of Vermonters in Central Vermont and the Northeast Kingdom and show them you support the station they love. Our rates start as low as $273. Spots are limited, so contact us today to reserve your spot by the end of the year.
Donate an old vehicle! We are part of a national car donation program (CARS) with other public and community radio stations that give us a percentage of the value/resell of any car (in any condition). Doesn’t run anymore? Fine! As long as it has an engine and is towable, you can donate the car. If your car is newer and worth more, it could bring you a significant tax deduction. We get about 70% of the final sale after fees and towing costs are covered. Learn more here.
Volunteer your time and talents with the station by joining our board, a station committee, doing a show, or helping in many other ways. Reach out to Llu@WGDR.org for more info!
Please spread the word on your Front Porch Forum, social media, and other ways too! Thank you!
