If you know me, chances are that you already know about my involvement in CHIRP radio, and what it means to me, but on the off chance you don’t, here’s the scoop:

CHIRP Radio is an independent music radio station here in Chicago whose mission is to provide eclectic and commercial-free radio that also uplifts the voices of local, underrepresented, and underplayed artists. Being ‘independent” means we don’t play any commercials and we get to play the music we want, but it also means that over ⅔ of our operating budget comes directly from our listeners, which is why your support is crucial to our work. 

I’ve been volunteering with CHIRP Radio since I moved to Chicago in 2018, and have been hosting a weekly radio show for almost as long. Over the years, CHIRP has meant different things to me, including a way to discover my new city, a way to connect with other music lovers, a way to regain my sanity as a new mother, and a tether to normalcy during a global pandemic. CHIRP is unlike any other radio station that I’ve listened to in that it is staffed by over 200 volunteers from various backgrounds that are connected by a love for music, and the City of Chicago. We play all kinds of music across all kinds of genres, and new listeners often quickly become devoted fans.

I’m trying to raise $500 for CHIRP this Fall. I will personally match up to $250 of gifts made on my page. I appreciate any and all donations made under my name. And hey -if you can swing it, the Fall 2022 CHIRP t-shirt ($10/month or $120 gift) is SUPER cool. 

Thank you for helping me to reach my goal!

CHIRP is a community radio station built just for you.

Great music. No commercials. Real DJs. CHIRP is proud to provide you with live, local radio every single day, with passionate, curious DJs who love to share their musical discoveries.

Supporters like you are a crucial part of the CHIRP community, and your generous support makes everything we do possible. We are a truly independent, listener-supported radio station, never beholden to corporate interests.

If you believe in this work, and if you're able, we please make a donation to CHIRP today.

IMPORTANT: If you would like to become a sustaining member by making a recurring donation (monthly or quarterly), or if you want to select a thank you gift, please visit CHIRP's main donation page to make your contribution (and to give in support of the person making this post, be sure to type their full name in the "volunteer to credit" section so they can receive credit for your gift).