At BPR, we are so very grateful to bring you local news and programming on which you rely and trust. We rely on you as well — especially during our Fall Fund Drive running Thursday, Sept. 18 to Wednesday, Sept. 24. Together we keep BPR the vital resource you’ve supported for more than 45 years.
Throughout the drive, we’ll offer special thank-you gifts, merch, and premiums.
Read on to learn more!
Vintage-style “Be the Lifeline” T-shirt (limited edition!)
Contribution level: To claim this thank-you gift, become a Sustainer at $25/month, increase your existing Sustainer amount by $25/month or make a $300 one-time gift.
This exclusive, vintage-style BPR tee celebrates the power of radio — a reminder of a pre-digital era when radio was the heartbeat of community connection.
In the days after Hurricane Helene, when so many forms of communication went silent, BPR remained on the air. Repeatedly our listeners have told us: BPR was our lifeline.
Now, during this Fall Drive, we invite you to mark that moment with us.
The T-shirt, which features custom art by North Carolina artist and friend of BPR Brittain Peck, is only available during this drive!
BPR baseball cap
Contribution level: To claim this thank-you gift, become a Sustainer at $25/month or make a one-time gift of $300.
This classic black baseball cap features a soft, embroidered BPR logo patch that looks better the more you wear it. It’s a stylish way to show your support year-round.
Only 30 baseball caps are available so claim yours quickly!
Sponsor or plant a tree with Asheville Greenworks
Contribution level: Become a Sustainer at $15/month or make a $180 one-time gift.
Give twice: support BPR and help grow WNC’s urban forest. You may sponsor a tree through Asheville GreenWorks or pick up a one-gallon tree at their Buncombe County Sports Complex event (date TBD).
Only 100 trees available.
Day Sponsorship on BPR
Contribution level: Make a $365 one-time contribution or become a Sustainer at $31/month.
The perfect gift to yourself or a loved one. Day Sponsors receive three 14-second messages on air on a day of their choosing. Use yours for a personal celebration like an anniversary, birthday or important milestone or recognize a nonprofit of your choice to promote their mission on air.
New York Times digital subscription
Contribution level: Become a Sustainer at $20/month or make a one-time contribution of $240.
Because some things are just better together. Stay informed with a year of trusted reporting from The New York Times, a powerful pairing with BPR’s independent, local journalism.
Just 23 subscriptions available!
Limited-edition WNC map pint glass
Contribution level: Become a Sustainer at $10/month or make a one-time contribution of $120.
Raise a toast to Western North Carolina with this exclusive pint glass celebrating BPR and local love. Perfect for your favorite brew or iced tea.
Only 28 available — don’t miss out!
