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Mission Possible

Thank you for making it 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.

Include the hashtag WNIJ Mission Possible

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:

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

Huntley Horticulture, Oregon

Ken Spears Construction, DeKalb

Plum River Farm, Pearl City

Schmeling Building Supply, Rockford