How do I contribute to WVTF Public Radio?
WVTF accepts listener donations through the mail and the online PLEDGE FORM.
We accept donations by check, money order, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express. We also accept gifts of stock and real estate. Get more information on Individual Giving, Planned Giving, The Producers Circle or Corporate Underwriting.
How will my contribution be used?
You may designate your donation for WVTF's Operating Fund, New Building Fund, or Endowment Fund.
The Operating Fund is used to pay for everyday expenses, including programming costs, maintenance fees on its transmitters and buildings, and general operation costs.
The Building Fund was established in February 2000. In May 2003, WVTF moved into Broadcast Center, a 12,000-square-foot facility, after dramatically outgrowing its 4,000-square-foot studios in the Grand Pavilion. A major component of the station is Studio A, which is used to host live and recorded programs featuring musicians and other performers, as well as public affairs programs. The building, with state-of-the-art equipment, allows WVTF the opportunity to offer more and better programs to listeners.
In July 2003, WVTF launched its Donor Brick Campaign and is selling engraved bricks to be placed along the walkway of our new studios. To order your brick, download the Brick Order Form (Word document).
The Endowment Fund is a separate fund that is invested by WVTF's licensee, the Virginia Tech Foundation, with the investment goal of equity growth. As this fund grows in size, it will eventually be large enough to produce a steady stream of income large enough to contribute substantially to WVTF's operating budget. At present, WVTF is not using any of the Endowment money and all income from dividends and interest in being reinvested by the investment manager(s).
What is WVTF's mailing address for contributions?
We ask listeners to mail their contributions to our Processing Center in Richmond. This is our bank's lockbox and WVTF uses it to ensure that each contribution sent to WVTF is processed safely, securely, and in a timely fashion. The address is: WVTF Public Radio Processing Center, PO Box 0602, McLean, VA 22109-0602. We moved the lockbox operation to McLean from Richmond. This is now the closest lockbox operation to our studios in Roanoke.
What is WVTF's street address?
WVTF's street address is 3520 Kingsbury Lane, Roanoke, VA 24014.
What's WVTF's Open Meeting Policy?
View a complete explanation of WVTF's Open Meeting Policy.
How can I find information on the programs you broadcast?
Our complete broadcast schedule is available online. You may also call or e-mail WVTF and we'll be happy to send you a paper schedule by mail.
How can I find information on a piece of Classical or Jazz music that was played on your station?
Playlists are posted regularly on this website. However, we are only allowed to post the playlists after program has been broadcast. View the playlists.
How does the WVTF News Department create the weather forecasts?
WVTF's Program Director Rick Mattioni has created a "weather tutorial" to explain the complicated process of forecasting the weather for our 40-county listening area. Read more.
How can I find information about a particular program that aired?
If you're looking for specific information about a particular program, the best bet would be to go to our Program Schedule and click the link of the program you heard. Most programs have links that contain more information on transcripts and tapes. If you can't find the information, give us a call at 800-856-8900.
How can I order tapes and transcripts from National Public Radio?
You can order by calling toll-free 1-877-NPR-TEXT (677-8398) or go online to www.npr.org.
What is the phone number to make a comment about a story I heard on National Public Radio?
The Morning Edition comment line is 202-842-5044. You can write a comment anytime to Morning Edition, All Things Considered or other NPR programs through the NPR website.
How can I register a complaint about a story I heard on National Public Radio?
You may send an e-mail to the National Public Radio Ombudsman. The e-mail address is ombudsman@npr.org or you can write: Ombudsman, National Public Radio, 635 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001.
What's the number for Car Talk?
The number to be on the show is 1-888-227-8255. You can order Car Talk merchandise online at www.shamelesscommerce.com or by calling 1-888-CAR-JUNK.
How can I get the WVTF News Department to address an issue in my community or make a suggestion for a story in my community?
Contact Program Director Rick Mattioni at Mattioni@vt.edu or by phone, 800-856-8900.
Where can I find information on my favorite WVTF on-air personality?
Complete staff bios and e-mail addresses are available on the Staff page.
What is the Radio Reading Service?
The Radio Reading Service helps print-impaired individuals access printed information through radio. A public service of WVTF and the Virginia Tech Foundation, the service broadcasts continuous readings from current newspapers and magazines on WVTF's FM-SCA (subcarrier) channel. Recipients of the service have a pre-tuned SCA receiver that picks up the closed-circuit broadcast, which is provided free of charge by WVTF.
How may I sign up to receive the service?
The process of qualifying is simple. The Radio Reading Service requires that a receiver application form be completed by a medical professional or public welfare agent to verify eligibility. Download and print an application (Adobe Acrobat document)
How can I volunteer to help the Radio Reading Service?
You may volunteer to be an "on-air" reader for the service. More than 100 readers help out. There is no set volunteer schedule. Some people prefer to work weekly, while most make themselves available on an on-call basis. Some may wish to help by delivering receivers. Another way to help is to make more people aware this service is available. For more information on WVTF's Radio Reading Service, contact Director Ben Martin at (540) 989-8900 or e-mail BenM@vt.edu.
How can I volunteer to help WVTF during the fund drives?
You may contact Ben Martin at (540) 989-8900 or e-mail BenM@vt.edu.
Where are the WVTF offices located?
WVTF's studios and offices are located at 3520 Kingsbury Lane, off Franklin Road in the City of Roanoke. Get directions.
How can I keep informed on station events?
WVTF Public Radio (and RADIO IQ) publish a quarterly electronic newsletter called news & notes. Subscribe. The e-newsletter is published quarterly and you can opt-out at any time. The information you provide to WVTF (and RADIO IQ) is not shared with any other organization.
Where can I find a map of WVTF's coverage area?
View WVTF's coverage area. You may also give us a call and we'll be glad to mail you a paper copy.
Do you air public service announcements?
Yes, depending on the type of announcement. The organization legal or trade name must be identified. The organization must be a non-profit. Announcements must be submitted at least two weeks in advance. Announcements must be typed or written legibly with a contact name and phone number. The announcements are read live. We do not accept audio tapes of PSAs. WVTF cannot guarantee the exact time announcements will be read, nor the number of times they will be read. If a PSA is selected to be aired, that PSA will also be listed on this website's Events Calendar. For more information, or to submit a PSA, contact Steve Brown(fax number is 540-776-2727) or e-mail him - browns@vt. edu.
Where can I get information on Corporate Underwriting?
WVTF has opportunities for businesses to support the station through Corporate Underwriting. For information, contact Development Associate Roger Fowler at (540) 989-8900 or e-mail him at WRF@vt.edu.
Where can I find information on internships or fellowships at WVTF or NPR?
Please visit our Internships & Opportunities page for information on becoming an intern at WVTF or a Kroc Fellow at NPR.
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