Houston Public Radio, KUHF 88.7 FM raised a record $750,096, exceeding its fall campaign goal of $650,000 by approximately 15 percent.

“We are grateful for the individual and corporate donors who gave so generously,” said John Proffitt, the station’s CEO and general manager. “Their support is a clear vote of confidence in Houston Public Radio’s mission. These donations will help us plan for the future.”

During the station’s eight-day, fund-raising campaign, nearly 2,500 new and 3,007 renewing contributors pledged.

Companies that offered challenge grants included Lifestyles Unlimited; Anadarko Petroleum; Compass Bank; Vinson & Elkins, LLP; Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw, LLP; and Reliant Energy.

Approximately 88 percent of the station’s annual revenue comes from the local community. The remainder comes from a federal community service grant, miscellaneous services and interest on the station’s fund balance. The station receives no direct funding from either the state of Texas or the University of Houston.

Rob Cahill
rcahill@central.uh.edu