Mission Possible
What Is Mission Possible?
It was WNIJ's attempt to raise $150,000 without program interruptions. Thanks to all donors, it was a success. The mission: eliminate the traditional pledge drive October 2016 to bring you news and election coverage plus your favorite entertainment programs --uninterrupted.
When?
We asked for donations before October 21, 2016. If we had not raised $150,000 by 5 p.m. on Friday, October 21, we would have proceeded with a traditional pledge drive.
Why?
$150,000 is the amount needed to bring you continued coverage of the issues affecting you and your community without interrupting any programs. But this campaign was about so much more. In the face of continuing uncertainty in the state of Illinois, WNIJ will not receive the level of funding provided in previous years; therefore, we need your support today.
How to Participate?
Give now. We can't do this without you. And once you do...
Spread the word on Facebook and Twitter.
All donors received a postcard in the mail. They were encouraged to take a photo with this postcard and share it using #WNIJMissionPossible. Tell your friends why you support WNIJ. We'll share the best photos and your posts will help further our mission.
Questions?
Email us at nprmember@niu.edu.
Mission Possible PrizesAs a "thank you" for supporting WNIJ, all donors were automatically entered to win* the following prizes:
1) Local Indulgences Prize
Indulge in the best of decadent treats from participating local specialty shops. This luxurious prize, valued at $1,000, includes:
- case of various fine wines from Prairie State Winery
- an assortment of hand-stirred, hand-poured soaps made of essential precious oils by Oregon Soap Shoppe
- premium lily and red rose bouquet from Everything Floral
- six months of deep-dish pies from Kate's Pie Shop Cafe and Records
- organic, 100% grass-fed, antibiotic free ground beef and Italian deli beef from Plum River Farm
- an assortment of fine chocolates from CACAOCUVEE/Dark Secret Chocolate
2) Vacation Travel Grand Prize
Take the vacation you've been dreaming of courtesy of Compass Travel. This prize includes:
- $1,500 travel voucher valid for cruises, vacations and tour packages.
- $500 Visa gift card you may choose to use towards the purchase of your airfare.
Mission Possible Partners
Thank you to all our partners in this initiative:
Benassi Family Dentistry, Rockford
Ken Spears Construction, DeKalb
Schmeling Building Supply, Rockford