Philanthropy
Journalism needs individual philanthropic support.
Michigan Public/NPR is thankful for the support they receive from the many people in Michigan from coast to coast who count on and care about the news and programming we provide. Gifts of any size from our growing audience on-air and online help fulfill our mission to create a more informed public.
Learn about philanthropic opportunities at Michigan Public below.
Become a Donor
Michigan Public’s donors are essential. By giving monthly, you can sustain the local, independent journalism you and so many others rely on.
Give Through Your IRA
Support the trusted news and stories you rely on—directly from your IRA.
If you’re 70½ or older, you can make a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from your IRA to Michigan Public. A QCD allows you to give up to $105,000 per year (for 2025) directly to a qualified charity without increasing your taxable income.
Endowment protects the future of Michigan Public. Investment in securities creates a sustainable funding source, helping to ensure Michigan communities always have access to reliable news and information.
Benefits of an IRA gift:
- Your gift counts toward your required minimum distribution (RMD) (if applicable).
- You avoid paying income tax on the amount transferred.
- You make a meaningful impact on the reporting and storytelling you value.
How to make your IRA gift:
1) Contact your IRA administrator and request a qualified charitable distribution to:
Michigan Public
University of Michigan
EIN: 38-6006309
535 W. William Street, Suite 110
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
2) Ask your IRA administrator to include your name and address so we can properly credit and thank you.
3) Let us know your gift is on the way! We’re happy to answer questions or provide the exact language your IRA custodian may need.
For assistance or to notify us of your gift, contact:
Christa Quinn
christaq@umich.edu
734-764-9210
Give Through Your Donor-Advised Fund
Supporting Michigan Public with a gift from your donor-advised fund (DAF) is simple and impactful.
A DAF allows you to combine the tax benefits of giving with the flexibility to support the causes you care about most. If you have a DAF with Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, Vanguard Charitable, or another provider, you can recommend a gift directly to Michigan Public.
How to make a gift from your DAF:
1) Log in to your donor-advised fund account.
2) Search for: The Regents of the University of Michigan (Tax ID/EIN: 38-6006309). **MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: For the benefit of Michigan Public
3) Designate your gift to support Michigan Public’s trusted journalism and programming.
4) Submit your recommendation.
Your generosity helps keep fact-based reporting and enriching stories available to everyone in our community.
For questions or to notify us of your gift, please contact:
Christa Quinn, Lead Major Gifts Officer
christaq@umich.edu
734-764-9210
Thank you for using your donor-advised fund to strengthen independent journalism at Michigan Public.
Leave a Legacy with Michigan Public
A gift in your will or living trust is one of the most meaningful ways you can ensure that trusted journalism and inspiring storytelling remain strong for generations to come.
Benefits of a Legacy Gift:
-Your gift costs nothing today and can be changed at any time.
- You may lessen the tax burden on your heirs.
- You’ll join a community of listeners who care about protecting independent journalism for the future.
If you’ve already included Michigan Public in your plans, please let us know so we can thank you and welcome you into our legacy society.
For more information or to discuss your plans, contact:
Christa Quinn, Lead Major Gifts Officer
christaq@umich.edu
734-764-9210
Alternatively, the University of Michigan Office of Planned Giving can offer assistance.
Follow this link for more information on legacy giving at Michigan Public.