Director’s Circle
Strengthen Our Mission
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The Director’s Circle
The NCTV17 Director’s Circle recognizes our most generous donors who make an annual gift of $1,000 or more.
By joining the NCTV17 Director’s Circle you will become a vital partner in supporting the future of local independent, nonprofit journalism in Naperville. Your investment ensures everyone in the community has free access to local news that informs, connects, and empowers!
As a member of the Director’s Circle, you will receive:
- Your name on the NCTV17 website and within the Annual Report (if desired)
- Invitations to exclusive station supporter events
- “Write the story of Naperville” signature green pen and lapel pin
- Insider communications from station leadership
Anchors
$1,000 – $2,499 annually
- All of the above benefits
- Option to give an on-camera testimonial about why you support NCTV17
Directors
$2,500 – $4,999 annually
- All Anchor level benefits
- Personal behind-the-scenes tour of the station
- Two tickets to the annual community FUNdraising event
- Invite to annual appreciation event with station leadership
- Option to set up monthly or quarterly pledge payments
Producers
$5,000 – $9,999 annually
- All Director level benefits
- Name on the recognition wall at the station (if desired)
- Table at the annual community FUNdraising event with recognition at the event
Executive Producers
$10,000+ annually
- All Producer level benefits
- Private lunch with the station’s Executive Director and Board President to discuss the future of NCTV17
- Profile on our website or within the annual report highlighting your contributions (if desired)
NCTV17 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt organization, so contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Our EIN is 36-3460409.
Contact Us
If you have questions about any of these options or would like to speak with someone about your giving, please email Jane Wernette, Senior Director for Advancement, at jwernette@nctv17.org or call 630.355.2124.
Give With Confidence
We take our responsibility as stewards of your contributions seriously. In 2023, 76% of our total operating expenses directly supported our mission!
