More about Public Radio East

Who should I contact with questions or comments about PRE programming? We always welcome and encourage feedback from our Members.  If you have questions or comments, please call or contact our Station Manager, Charles Wethington Where does PRE get its funding? The majority of funding comes from PRE Members. FUNDING SOURCES FOR PRE    51% Members 30% Regional Business Sponsors 13% Corporation for Public Broadcasting 6% State of North Carolina How do the public radio services NPR, PRI, and PRE actually differ? National Public Radio (NPR), based in Washington, D.C, is a radio production and distribution company for programs like Morning Edition, All Things Considered, and Talk of the Nation.  NPR has more that 500 member stations nationwide.  Public Radio International (PRI), based in Minneapolis, MN, distributes public radio programs such as A Prairie Home Companion, This American Life, and BBC World Service to stations worldwide.   Public Radio East (PRE) purchases programs from these companies at a significant cost and broadcasts them throughout the region of Eastern North Carolina.  PRE also produces over 105 hours each week of locally hosted original news and music programming for your listening needs and enjoyment.  What about purchasing transcripts and tapes of NPR programs? Copies of NPR news programs (such as Morning Edition and All Things Considered) are available by calling 877-677-8398. Be sure to note the name of the program and the date and time it aired.  If you have questions about NPR programs, call NPR Listener Services at (202) 513-3232 To comment about anything you have heard on NPR call (202) 414.3232

The Barker Leadership Circle

Turn your passion for Public Radio East into a philanthropic priority by becoming a Member of the Barker Leadership Circle! The Barker Leadership Circle, named in honor of Public Radio East Founder  Dr. Charles T. Barker, is a group of Public Radio East listeners who make an annual philanthropic gift of $1,000 or more to support intelligent, high quality radio programming. Barker Leadership Circle Members value the role that Public Radio East plays in enhancing the quality of life in Eastern North Carolina. They embrace the opportunity to make a significant annual contribution that allows Public Radio East to achieve new levels of excellence. Contributing to Public Radio East as a Member of the Barker Leadership Circle is truly a testament to the importance of quality radio and to the cultural and educational opportunities that it affords Eastern North Carolina. Annual support at this level enables Public Radio East to pursue the mission of engaging the minds and enriching the lives of people in our community. Barker Leadership Circle Members play a significant role in ensuring the continued success of a station that so many depend on, learn from, and enjoy. Benefits of annual membership in the Barker Leadership Circle: Invitations to exclusive events where you can meet the personalities of Public Radio East, National Public Radio and other members of the Barker Leadership Circle Periodic updates on station activities and strategic goals from station management Recognition on-air, in the station newsletter and other printed materials Your annual gift is a charitable tax deduction to the extent of IRS laws Annual Membership levels Benefactor $5,000 and above Patron  $2,500-$4,999 Partner  $1,000-$2,499