Congress may soon be voting to eliminate KSPS PBS's federal funding, and the Department of Education has abruptly terminated the Ready To Learn grant program, disrupting the development of research-backed educational content and station community outreach for children and families across the country.
For over 60 years we have been an indispensable part of the Inland Northwest community, providing free, high-quality content and services that educate, inform, and keep people safe. Congress needs to hear from you right now to ensure that federal funding continues.
• Support and resources for educators and caregivers
• Engaging educational shows for lifelong learners
• Free & accessible to all
Vital Public Safety Information
• Emergency Alerts: Delivering critical early warning communications to keep you safe
• Reliable Resources: Providing clear guidance during crises when it matters most.
• Accessible: For everyone, including rural and remote communities—no paywalls, ever.
Free, Quality Content for All
• Commercial-free programming
• Award-winning, quality shows
• Reliable news
Local Content that Reflects our Region
• Showcasing Local Arts: We amplify the voices of local arts communities, celebrating creativity and innovation.
• Preserving Our Stories: We safeguard the rich history and culture of our region.
• Bringing Communities Together: From live events to community initiatives, we create opportunities for connection, dialogue, and shared experiences across the Inland Northwest.
Local public media stations are among the last locally managed outlets, serving 99% of the U.S. population, including 24/7 stations in rural and remote areas.
• Represents .01% of the federal budget
• About $1.60 per person annually
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Record a short video message about how public media has shaped your life or enriched your community and share it with us or post it on social media with #ProtectMyPublicMedia.
How to Help
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Most Americans support public media — and now's your chance to show it. Visit ProtectMyPublicMedia.org to:
• Quickly send a message to your lawmakers
• Sign up for important email updates
• Learn how public media impacts your community
It's fast, easy, and makes a real difference.
This is just the beginning — your support will be critical not only now, but likely at multiple points in the months ahead as we continue defending public media against federal funding cuts.
