:: KETC Channel 9 ::

Friday, March 12, 2010

Timeline \| FAQs \| Management \| Directors \| Press Room Jobs \| Tour \| Photo Gallery \| Donations Reasons to Support KETC As a non-commercial television station, about 90 cents of every dollar Channel 9 spends is generated right here in the St. Louis region. Financial support from individuals makes up almost half of every dollar we spend, while corporations and foundations contribute the majority of the remaining half. Contrary to popular belief, only about 10 cents per dollar comes from government funding. This has a great advantage for you, the viewer, in that Channel 9 is truly a community station that is committed to the concerns and preferences of our region.
Here are some important reasons to support Channel 9:
•	Your gift directly supports local programming on Channel 9. From Donnybrook to Living St. Louis, your support helps us chronicle our history, create public dialogue, and showcase local talent and cultures.
•	Every dollar you give today may help a little boy or girl somewhere in our community learn to read a new word tomorrow through our educational programming and outreach efforts.
•	Your support tells us that you like and value our programming. KETC spends about $4 million a year to pay for the national programs on our air. Your contribution directly supports our efforts in obtaining the best programs available.
•	By giving to Channel 9, you are helping to bring thoughtful, educational and culturally stimulating programs to the St. Louis region.
•	Sesame Street. St. Louis Chronicles. Pavarotti. Mister Rogers. Wall $treet Week. Clifford the Big Red Dog. Masterpiece Theatre. British comedies. Nova. Arthur. Nature. Between the Lions. Big Bird. This Old House. The NewsHour With Jim Lehrer. American Experience.
•	Each month about 70 percent of the people in our region watch Channel 9 at one time or another. Yet a far smaller percentage gives to pay for the programming they enjoy. When you give, you become part of a very special group of members who are willing to ensure the future of this station for the rest of the community.
•	As a member of Channel 9, you will receive great perks, like KETC Guide, our award-winning bi-monthly magazine. Discover additional benefits.
•	Because KETC has expanded into digital technology, we have increased our programming and educational services. Your gift will help us pay for high-quality technologies. Learn more about digital television.
•	Joining Channel 9 is easy. Your gift can be made in installments, paid on a credit card, or donated in the form of stock certificates. In fact, there are more than 10 different ways you can give to KETC.
•	By joining Channel 9, you are showing businesses and foundations in the St. Louis region that KETC is important for the community. Your support encourages increased giving from corporations.
	To become a member, offer your support via our secure Web pages.