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Foundation Radio
http://www.foundationradio.net/
http://www.foundationradio.org/

Why should I contribute?
Why underwrite?
Small Business Packages
Why Contribute as an individual?

Why should I contribute?
Have you noticed things are not going as they should, too much conflict even at the local level, a little to much of "me" everywhere and not enough of "we"? Our goal is to bring radio into the community. Think of it as sitting at the kitchen table with a cup of coffee and almost having someone there sharing a little time with you. We don't claim we have all the answers, but together all of us will be able to figure things out. The information we provide is as accurate as we can get. The entertainment is uplifting and positive for the whole family.

Why underwrite?
If you are a business or operate a small business, then it is in your interest to get your name out to the public in the most effective and efficient ways possible. A good share of small businesses simply do not have the dollars to put into large-scale advertising campaigns in the newspaper or on commercial radio stations. And, perhaps your customer base doesn't pay much attention to being hammered by those dreadful, repetitious advertisements.

Foundation Radio is community-based broadcast stations. We do not have to do what the commercial stations do. We are not constrained by making huge amounts of dollars to feed large staffs and big buildings. We are able to put forth entertainment and other programming designed specifically for the community. And, since most businesses in smaller communities draw from a 10-mile radius for their clientele, that makes us perfect.

The FCC says non-commercial radio cannot broadcast commericals. In otherwords, we cannot call the listener to action such as, "Call today." Also, we cannot say your product is the "best" or any qualitative measurement. Well what can a non-commercial station do?

Foundation Radio offers instead "underwriting credits" which basically means that we tell the listeners all about your fine business and how to contact you. We cannot ask them to pick up the phone and call you, but by having your name in front of them many, many times each day, each week and each month, they will remember you when it is time to call someone.

And, beyond that, we offer you placements all throughout our myriad web sites. You will be listed in the FinditFast Directory and have link buttons which can bring people directly to your web site. Don't have a web site? Not to worry. We will provide you with a page or two or three as necessary to show everyone your efforts and, since the internet isn't regulated like over-the-air broadcasts, these pages can definitely help to bring customers to your door!

Yes, big institutions sometimes come on board because they want their names associated with our fine quality, community-based programming. And, yes they can benefit in the same way that you will. But, it's the bread-and-butter base of the small business owner like you that make it possible for us to continue. And, in return, we can give back more value than any other type of broadcast-and-internet program.

Small Business Packages
As is always the case with providing support to non-commercial entities, you are afforded a full tax deduction, talk with your accountant for specific information.

These packages are designed for long-term exposure to your customers. There are no short-term proposals simply because our type of broadcasting is not designed to be quick-hitting. It is designed to become a part of everyday life. Thus, your exposure is almost guaranteed and people will soon begin talking about your are supporting our mission.

While your internet presence is ubiquitous, your underwriting mentions over the air may be on the network, a portion of the network, or just your local station. It depends on what time of day they occur and how many your have each day. All mentions are what we call "run of schedule" meaning that they rotate and occur at different times each day. Each mention lasts about 10-15 seconds and each credit block always refers people to the web sites.

Packages start at $100 per month or $1,000 a year. That's 12 payments of $100 a month or one payment of $1,000 at signing.

Why Contribute as an individual?
If you like what we are doing and the programming that you hear on Foundation Radio and want to help support what we do, then you may send a tax-deductible donation directly to us (Please check all contributions with your tax preparer). Any amount is welcomed and will be acknowledged in writing for your records.

Providing us with help in maintaining our operations allows us to focus more time providing you with quality programs.

If you have any questions about us, please browse our web pages and email us if you would like at Foundationradio@ymail.com.

We humbly ask you to consider Foundation Radio as a part of your year charitable giving, as well as through your estate. It is a gift that will return to your community many times over.

Contributions may be sent to:

Foundation Radio, Post Office Box 4872, East Lansing, MI 48826.

Thank you for your support.

Society for Accurate Information and Distribution
Post Office Box 4872
East Lansing, Michigan 48826

Please use the contact information for business contribution opportunities and also underwriting packages.

http://www.foundationradio.net/ http://www.foundationradio.org/

Please contact:
Call Dave Schaberg at (517) 242-8700
e-mail with your contact information and we will get back to you.

	Why should I contribute? Have you noticed things are not going as they should, too much conflict even at the local level, a little to much of "me" everywhere and not enough of "we"? Our goal is to bring radio into the community. Think of it as sitting at the kitchen table with a cup of coffee and almost having someone there sharing a little time with you. We don't claim we have all the answers, but together all of us will be able to figure things out. The information we provide is as accurate as we can get. The entertainment is uplifting and positive for the whole family.
	Why underwrite? If you are a business or operate a small business, then it is in your interest to get your name out to the public in the most effective and efficient ways possible. A good share of small businesses simply do not have the dollars to put into large-scale advertising campaigns in the newspaper or on commercial radio stations. And, perhaps your customer base doesn't pay much attention to being hammered by those dreadful, repetitious advertisements. Foundation Radio is community-based broadcast stations. We do not have to do what the commercial stations do. We are not constrained by making huge amounts of dollars to feed large staffs and big buildings. We are able to put forth entertainment and other programming designed specifically for the community. And, since most businesses in smaller communities draw from a 10-mile radius for their clientele, that makes us perfect. The FCC says non-commercial radio cannot broadcast commericals. In otherwords, we cannot call the listener to action such as, "Call today." Also, we cannot say your product is the "best" or any qualitative measurement. Well what can a non-commercial station do? Foundation Radio offers instead "underwriting credits" which basically means that we tell the listeners all about your fine business and how to contact you. We cannot ask them to pick up the phone and call you, but by having your name in front of them many, many times each day, each week and each month, they will remember you when it is time to call someone. And, beyond that, we offer you placements all throughout our myriad web sites. You will be listed in the FinditFast Directory and have link buttons which can bring people directly to your web site. Don't have a web site? Not to worry. We will provide you with a page or two or three as necessary to show everyone your efforts and, since the internet isn't regulated like over-the-air broadcasts, these pages can definitely help to bring customers to your door! Yes, big institutions sometimes come on board because they want their names associated with our fine quality, community-based programming. And, yes they can benefit in the same way that you will. But, it's the bread-and-butter base of the small business owner like you that make it possible for us to continue. And, in return, we can give back more value than any other type of broadcast-and-internet program.
	Small Business Packages As is always the case with providing support to non-commercial entities, you are afforded a full tax deduction, talk with your accountant for specific information. These packages are designed for long-term exposure to your customers. There are no short-term proposals simply because our type of broadcasting is not designed to be quick-hitting. It is designed to become a part of everyday life. Thus, your exposure is almost guaranteed and people will soon begin talking about your are supporting our mission. While your internet presence is ubiquitous, your underwriting mentions over the air may be on the network, a portion of the network, or just your local station. It depends on what time of day they occur and how many your have each day. All mentions are what we call "run of schedule" meaning that they rotate and occur at different times each day. Each mention lasts about 10-15 seconds and each credit block always refers people to the web sites. Packages start at $100 per month or $1,000 a year. That's 12 payments of $100 a month or one payment of $1,000 at signing.
	Why Contribute as an individual? If you like what we are doing and the programming that you hear on Foundation Radio and want to help support what we do, then you may send a tax-deductible donation directly to us (Please check all contributions with your tax preparer). Any amount is welcomed and will be acknowledged in writing for your records. Providing us with help in maintaining our operations allows us to focus more time providing you with quality programs. If you have any questions about us, please browse our web pages and email us if you would like at Foundationradio@ymail.com. We humbly ask you to consider Foundation Radio as a part of your year charitable giving, as well as through your estate. It is a gift that will return to your community many times over. Contributions may be sent to: Foundation Radio, Post Office Box 4872, East Lansing, MI 48826.