NRB Works For FCC Change To Allow Non-Coms To Aid Charities

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NATIONAL RELIGIOUS BROADCASTERS (NRB) announced its support for FCC action concerning non-commercial radio stations and on-air fundraising.  The FCC is looking into the value of these stations conducting fundraisers on-air for the benefits of other non-profit organizations.

"This commendable rule change would support AMERICA's charitable impulse, making a positive difference in the lives of people in need, here and around the world,” said NRB Pres./CEO Dr. FRANK WRIGHT.

Current FCC rules prohibit non-commercial stations from fundraising for other non-profit groups unless the FCC provides a waiver.  NRB has proposed to the FCC that each non-commercial station be permitted to spend up to 1 percent of its annual on-air time raising funds for third-party non-profit groups recognized under IRS code 501(c)(3).

"A rule change here is in the public interest,” said NRB SVP/General Counsel CRAIG PARSHALL.  "The logical outcome of this change seems clear, and the result would be compelling: the non-profit resources in AMERICA will be more directly and comprehensively applied to the myriad problems facing today’s communities, while non-commercial broadcasters will be encouraged to perform the highest form of public service.”

"As a former radio GM who struggled with wanting to meet needs, help other non-profits, and support the community where our station was serving, I am excited to see the FCC consider action that would help the local non-commercial station enhance its voice for good in the community they serve,” said NRB SVP/Strategic Partnerships RON HARRIS.

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