WDET 101.9 FM presents the 2026 Spring Fundraiser

Thursday, March 5 – Sunday, March 15

Detroit’s Public Radio station, WDET 101.9 FM, is a member funded nonprofit radio station in the heart of Midtown Detroit. Deeply rooted in the city for more than 75 years, WDET relies on the support of members and sponsoring businesses to power its commitment to providing an authentic voice for Detroit.

With the official termination of federal funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting this year, WDET is now a truly independent, listener supported station. Last year, listeners stepped up during a challenging moment, helping WDET close the 2025 fiscal year in the black. The goal is to do it again for the 2026 fiscal year, which began Oct. 1, 2025.

During the Spring Fundraiser, listeners who donate will be entered into a daily drawing for the Spring Bounty Bundle, a package of local experiences valued at more than $1,500.

The Spring Bounty Bundle includes:

• 4 tickets to WDET’s Soul & Bowl event at Bowlero, April 26
• 1 season pass to the Wednesday Jazzy Nights at The Aretha
• 1 pair of tickets to an upcoming show at the Crofoot
• 1 pair of tickets to the Ford Piquette Plant Museum

Gift cards from the following WDET supporters:

• City Bird
• Arab American National Museum
• Pewabic Pottery

Membership has its perks

Members who choose to power WDET receive benefits throughout the year, including invitations to members-only events and offers such as pre-sale tickets, discounts, and opportunities to attend special events.

One of the ways we say “thank you” when you become a member is exclusive WDET swag and experiences. You can select a thank you gift each time you make a qualifying gift of support.

Exclusive for new members:

New members who make their first gift to WDET during the Spring On-Air Fundraiser will receive the brand new WDET keychain with charms.

Thank you sponsors