Tuesday, November 5, 2013

The 29th Annual CKDU Funding Drive is coming!

CKDU FUNDING DRIVE: NOVEMBER 18-24, 2013
Call 49-HAPPY or go to FUNDINGDRIVE.CKDU.CA to support 
community radio in Halifax!

Fall is in full swing and the leaves are changing colour. 
You know what that means – it's time for CKDU's Annual Funding Drive!

Starting at 9am on Monday November 18 and running  until midnight on 
Sunday November 24, Halifax's only campus and community radio station is asking for your support to keep the station going and make some significant upgrades.

With almost 29 years on the dial, CKDU 88.1FM supports over
100 student and community broadcasters of all ages and
skill-levels, bringing you unique and eclectic programming 
24 hours a day. CKDU is home to over 150 volunteers gaining
broadcasting skills and experience through
committee work, event support, and so much more.

This year the station's goal is to raise $25,000
toward equipment upgrades that will improve services to CKDU 

volunteers and listeners. Help us reach our goals with podcasting, live on-site 
broadcasting, and building a new website. As a not-for profit station, 
there is never enough beyond operating expenses. 
Your donations help us move forward!

Tune in for the classic radio pledge-a-thon November 18-24! 

Here's how to listen:
- Tune in to 88.1 on the FM dial
- Stream live at www.ckdu.ca
- Radio on TV: Digital Cable Channels 851 on
Eastlink and 822 on Bell

2013 GRAND PRIZE

Round-trip for 2 to New York City!


For every $40 donation, your name will be entered
into the Grand Prize Draw for an all-expenses paid
round-trip to New York City through Porter Airlines! 


PLEDGE INCENTIVES

As a thank you to everyone who supports the station during this year's Funding Drive, we are offering the following pledge incentives.

CKDU Swag Bag             $20
A crisp $20 donation guarantees you a CKDU sticker, Halifax-focused magnetic poetry, and CKDU branded earplugs!

Friends Card              $40
Get discounts at dozens of your favourite businesses and services in Halifax! Plus every $40 donation receives a CKDU swag bag, a prize from the prize room, and 1 entry into the Grand Prize Draw!

T-Shirt                   $60
Sweatshop-free tees with limited edition lion roar artwork by Ceilidh Munroe or classic CKDU swag. Unisex and women cuts available. Receive everything from the pledge level above plus 2 entries into the Grand Prize Draw.

Toque                 $88.1
Winter is coming! Beat the cold with a limited edition 80's inspired toque with CKDU artwork on must-have headgear! Receive everything from the pledge level above plus 3 entries into the Grand Prize Draw.

Deluxe Package               $100
Twenty-nine and feeling fine! Receive everything from the pledge levels above plus 4 entries into the Grand Prize Draw AND a ceramic mug boasting the CKDU 'rearview mirror' logo.

For full details and photos of all the great swag available to listeners during this year's Funding Drive, visit ckdu.ca


HOW TO PLEDGE

CKDU can accept your pledge in several ways, so pick the one that works for you. Thanks for your support!

In-person
Swing by the CKDU offices (Room 420 on the 4th floor of the Dalhousie University Student Union Building) anytime during the Drive. You will be walking out the door with your prizes and swag in hand (see the pledge incentives inside!)

By Phone
The classic method behind the legendary pledge-a-thon. Call 902-49-HAPPY (902-494-2779) during your favourite show. Our friendly CKDU volunteers will be happy to help you.

Online
Visit CKDU.CA and click on the Pledge Page link. Be sure to make note of which show you are donating to!

Monthly Installments
Supporters of CKDU who make a pledge of $100 or more are able to break up their payments over a ten month period in the coming year. Simply bring a void cheque or direct debit authorization for to the station and we will take care of the rest.