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Campaign for a Sound Future

Alternative & Legacy Giving

Your support ensures future generations benefit from the public radio service you value today.

Alternative Gifts

Maximize your impact with meaningful tax advantages.

  • Gifts of Stock
  • Grants from Donor Advised Funds
  • Gifts from IRAs

Legacy Gifts

Power Northern Public Radio for decades to come.

  • Gifts from Wills and Trusts
  • Real Estate Contributions
  • Beneficiary Designations

Make Your Gift Count

Please ensure all gifts are designated correctly to the University Foundation.

Official Designation Northern Illinois University Foundation
for Northern Public Radio
Altgeld Hall 135
DeKalb, Illinois 60115-2882
Tax ID (EIN) 36-6086819

Mailing Checks? Mail to:
Northern Public Radio
801 N 1st St
DeKalb, IL 60115

The Sound Future Society

Donors who inform WNIJ-Classical WNIU of their planned gifts are welcomed into our exclusive society.

  • Invitations to exclusive Sound Future Society events, including our annual donor appreciation gathering.
  • Recognition through on-air testimonials and published donor rolls.
  • The lasting satisfaction of supporting our mission to share stories and music that reflect, connect, and inspire our community.

Questions about our alternative and legacy gift program?

Contact Tyler Sutton, Assoc. Director for Community Philanthropy

(815) 753-3341 bsutton3@niu.edu