Other Ways to Give

CHIRP is a listener supported radio station. Without contributions from people like you, this station couldn't exist. While we are powered by volunteers -- we have just one FT staff member -- we still do have to cover basic expenses like rent, streaming costs, and utilities.

If you like what you hear, we hope you'll make a donation to help keep CHIRP Radio strong. No amount is too big or too small. You can make a one-time gift, or consider becoming a sustaining member, with monthly, quarterly, or annual contributions starting as low as $10. Just click here to make your tax-deductible gift.

Thank you so much!

Have you been thinking of getting rid of your collection of old records, CDs, or DVDs? We have a solution! You can donate your unwanted music and movies to CHIRP Radio for up some space and support your favorite radio station! We can even arrange a pick-up.

If you would like to donate your vinyl or other collection to CHIRP, please email our Record Fair team ([email protected]).

Have an old car, truck, boat, or motorcycle sitting around in your garage? Why not donate it to CHIRP? It doesn't even have to run, and you can get a tax deduction! Towing and title transfer is all taken care of for you.

Find out more about donating your vehicle to CHIRP.

Many donors tell us stock is their preferred way to give because it doesn't cut into their disposable income or cash assets, and tax benefits can apply.

Go to chirpradio.org/stock to learn more and donate. You’ll get a confirmation as soon as the transaction is processed, and if you decide to give again next year, your information is saved.

1. Go to Crypto for Charity

2. Pick Chicago Independent Radio Project (CHIRP Radio) from the list.

3. Donate crypto and get a tax receipt!

Donations of appreciated cryptocurrency don't trigger capital gains taxes, and may be tax-deductible for the full value.

Become a member of our major donor program, CHIRP's Vinyl Circle, with a tax-deductible donation and you'll join a network of people who are committed to keeping volunteer-driven, local radio a vibrant part of our community.

You can find a list of giving levels and benefits here.