Become an IdeaLeader
Becoming an IdeaLeader is a deeper investment in Ideastream Public Media. It represents a stronger commitment to applying the power of public media to education, culture and citizenship. Please consider increasing the impact of your gift to Ideastream Public Media by becoming an IdeaLeader today. Your generosity greatly impacts the work of Ideastream Public Media. In appreciation of your support, we have created special benefits available exclusively to IdeaLeaders.
If you have questions or need additional information, contact Ella Fong, Director of Philanthropic Engagement, at 216-916-6154 or efong@ideastream.org.
Pacesetter | $1,200 - $2,499
- Two tickets to annual IdeaLeader Recognition event
- Recognition in the Ideastream Public Media annual Report to the Community
- Recognition on the Ideastream Public Media IdeaLeader screen at the Idea Center
- Monthly Ideastream Public Media Program Guide
- Access to Ideastream Passport - on-demand streaming of a rich library of quality public television programming
- Ideastream Insider PBS Preview - exclusive sneak peek at upcoming PBS shows
- Access to NPR+
- Access to pledge-free streaming during WKSU on-air campaigns
- Impact Newsletter
- Advance notice of ticketed events and programs
- Automatic entry in all drawings and contests
Collaborator | $2,500 - $4,999
- DVD/CD copies of selected local programs (by request)
- All other benefits
Innovator | $5,000 - $9,999
- Two tickets to annual breakfast to meet station personalities and Chief Executive Officer
- Backstage tour of Idea Center
- All other benefits
Visionary | $10,000 - $24,999
- On-air and online recognition of support on Ideastream Public Media platforms for one day
- Special in-studio viewing of the Sound of Ideas
- All other benefits
Inspirer | $25,000 - $49,999
- Invitation for two to private dinner with Chief Executive Officer
- Reserve seating at all ticketed events held at Ideastream Public Media
- All other benefits
Illuminator | $50,000 - $99,999
- Exclusive insider’s media trip to Washington, D.C. (Ideastream Public Media provides meals and ground transportation; IdeaLeader provides lodging and airfare)
- Private meet and greet with NPR and PBS celebrities when they come to Cleveland
- All other benefits
Luminary | $100,000 and above
- Private dinner with Board of Trustees Chair
- All other benefits