Q: I’ve been hearing about large donations lately. Does my $10 really make a difference?
A: Absolutely! Every single donation matters! While CKUA has received a few very generous major gifts recently, those funds serve a different purpose. They are investments in CKUA’s future and ensuring the station can thrive for generations to come.
Your fundraiser donation, whether it’s $10, $50, or $500, directly supports our day-to-day operations: keeping transmitters running, producing your favourite programs, broadcasting from Alberta’s biggest festivals, and sharing new musical discoveries every day. CKUA is built piece by piece, listener by listener. You are the reason we’re on the air.
Q: What’s the difference between fundraiser donations and major gifts?
A: Great question! CKUA’s Spring and Fall Fundraisers support the operating budget. These donations keep CKUA on the air every day: paying for broadcast equipment, signal maintenance, production costs, and the dedicated team who brings you the music you love.
Major gifts, on the other hand, are long-term investments that help CKUA grow sustainably. They fund innovation, technology upgrades, and big-picture projects that secure our future as Alberta’s leading voice for arts and culture.
Both types of giving are essential. One keeps CKUA strong today, the other will help us thrive tomorrow.
Q: Why should I donate now?
A: CKUA relies on listeners who donate! Your donation keeps the beat going across Alberta and beyond. It ensures that CKUA remains a trusted space for discovery, connection, and the celebration of authentic, diverse music. Every dollar keeps us broadcasting 24/7, covering arts and culture stories that matter, and inspiring connection across the airwaves. When you give to CKUA, you’re not just supporting a station, you’re sustaining a community.
Q: I can’t give much right now. Is it still worth donating?
A: 100% yes. We know times are tough, and every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. Whether it’s $15 a month or a one-time gift, your donation helps power the everyday work that keeps CKUA alive. You’re joining thousands of Albertans who give what they can, when they can, because they believe in music, arts, and culture that belongs to everyone.
Q: What happens when I donate to CKUA?
A: Your donation goes directly toward what you hear and experience every day:
• Supporting CKUA hosts and producers
• Sharing the stories of Alberta’s vibrant arts and culture scene
• Broadcasting from local festivals
• Keeping the signal strong across Alberta, and beyond
Q: Why is CKUA asking for support?
A: We’re a donor-supported, not-for-profit broadcaster and receive very little funding from government. That means we rely on listener generosity to sustain our programming, people, and purpose. When you give, you show that you care about the role CKUA plays in building community, championing artists, and enriching lives through music. Together, we make it possible for CKUA to continue doing what no one else in Canada does — celebrating real, diverse, and independent music.
Q: How can I donate?
A: It’s easy! Visit www.CKUA.com/donate. You can make a one-time donation or become a monthly donor — every contribution helps us keep the beat going strong. All donations receive a charitable tax receipt.
