Hey there!
 

If you're reading this, you probably know how much I love listening to and playing music — you might have even been to a Next Day Air show! I’ve always enjoyed discovering new artists and genres, and a few years ago, I found CHIRP Radio, a local radio station that broadcasts online and over-the-air in Chicago. It’s like having a friend who always knows about new music and is eager to share it (here's a link to listen online: chirpradio.org/in-browser).
 

What makes CHIRP special is that it’s completely independent and commercial-free, supported by listeners and almost entirely run by volunteers. Over time, I found myself tuning in daily — whether on my commute or while doing chores around the house (baby Jules has heard plenty and loves it already!) I quickly realized that I wanted to give back to the station that has introduced me to so much incredible music.
 

That’s why earlier this year, I joined CHIRP’s Associate Board. Now, I’m setting a personal goal to raise $500 for CHIRP by June 10.
 

Your donation — big or small — will make a huge impact. Plus, it’s tax-deductible! But more importantly, any amount you can contribute means a lot to me.
 

• $10 covers one day of transmission from the CHIRP studio to our transmitter site.
• $10 covers one album that isn’t sent to us by an artist or label
• $25 covers the cost of a replacement stylus for a turntable
• $60 covers one day of rent for the CHIRP studios
• $75 covers a pair of headphones for our DJs
• $120 covers one month or CHIRP’s phone or DSL bill
• $150 covers the monthly cost of a software tool like Mailchimp for the station’s newsletters
• $250 covers a week of rent for the expanded CHIRP workspace
• $300 covers half a month of streaming expenses
• $365 covers a month of network services and hosting
• $420 covers a week of rent for the CHIRP studios
• $500 covers one month of rooftop rent for our broadcast antenna
• $1000 covers a month of rent for our new workspace
• $1200 covers a year of insurance for our broadcast antenna
• $2000 covers a year of insurance for our studios