Membership

When you think of WVIZ/PBS, you think of great programs. WVIZ/PBS crosses geographic, economic and physical barriers to bring the best in education, public service, children's literature, drama, science, public affairs and performance programming to nearly 3 million viewers. And no one has to buy a ticket to enjoy the rich fare on WVIZ/PBS - it's accessible to everyone.

But WVIZ/PBS is so much more than just a great television station. It is an important community resource that is improving the quality of life for the residents of Northeast Ohio. WVIZ/PBS is harnessing the power of television and new media technology to reach out to the community with a myriad of non-broadcast, educational and outreach projects that dramatically impact the lives of millions.

WVIZ/PBS is often both the catalyst and the facilitator in helping area organizations reach their own goals and educational targets, from involvement in in-depth collaborations with other non-profit institutions to custom-designed multi-media programs targeted at assisting our community's schools and social service agencies. WVIZ/PBS is at the forefront of developing and cultivating a rich, diverse environment in which our citizens - young and old - can flourish and grow through the pursuit of lifelong learning.

The commitment made by WVIZ/PBS to the community is substantial. And while the station does receive some federal and state funding, as well as generous support from the corporate community, WVIZ/PBS relies on contributions from individuals like you to make up nearly 50% of its annual operating budget. Today, almost 50,000 people can proudly say they are members of WVIZ/PBS. But the number of supporting members represents only a small fraction of the viewers the station serves…

… That's why your membership is so important!