As a WJCU listener, you play a crucial role in helping us bring live, non-commercial content to the greater Cleveland area and the world. During our annual Radiothon this week, we ask you to help us continue our mission by pledging your support with a modest donation. Every penny of your Radiothon donation is used by WJCU to meet ever-increasing technology and operational expenses.

Donate now to continue carrying the torch with WJCU!

Thank you gifts and WJCU Inner Circle memberships

As our way of saying thanks for your support, we’ll send you one of our awesome gifts:

$10+
Online or call-in

Thank you card

Everyone pledging at the $10 level or above will receive a handwritten thank you note from the WJCU staff and an acknowledgement that serves as a donation confirmation for tax purposes.
Above the $10 level, we have a number of selectable thank you gifts. These gifts are not cumulative—you’ll only receive the gift at the level you select, unless noted otherwise.
$25
Online or call-in

WJCU tote bag -or- WJCU can cooler

Mockup of a black tote bag with the WJCU logo on itA mockup showing two cans with black can coolers with the WJCU logo on themNew! With our instantly recognizable and unmistakable logo, you can carry a cold can or a load of stuff and think of the torch you’re helping us carry!
$40
Call-in only! Limited hours and availablity

Merchant of the Day gift card -or- DJ special

One of two gifts is available only by phone at specific times:
  • Heights Merchant of the Day: gift card / tickets from a local business (only available during The Heights)
  • Show-specific items: Certain DJs will announce a special item only available when you pledge during their shows. If you’d like a special item from your favorite show, be sure to listen this week and phone in!
$50
Online or call-in

WJCU beer glass -or- WJCU wine glass

A mockup of a beer glass with the WJCU logo on itA mockup of a wine glass with the WJCU logo on itNew! No matter which kind of drink is your preference, show your preference for WJCU by carrying our logo on your glass!
$60
Online or call-in

WJCU limited edition Radiothon 2026 T-shirt

A mockup of the front of a T-shirt made of red fabric with a white logo of the word 'RADIOTHON' with an olympic-style torch in the middle and text underneath reading 'CARRYING THE TORCH FOR COLLEGE RADIO', '2006'New! Burn bright with us with by wearing our Radiothon 2026 T-shirt, an eye-catching red design featuring the Radiothon 2026 logo and torch.
$88.70
Online or call-in
A mockup of a small clear bag with a zipper and a strap with the WJCU logo in the middle of the clear plastic

WJCU clear bag

New! As you show off what you’re carrying, show off our logo, too, with this clear bag, perfect for carrying your essentials (including us).
$100
Call-in only! Limited hours and availablity

Guest appearance

Join your favorite WJCU personality on the air for one hour! This is only available for some shows. Tune in this week to find out if your favorite show is participating—the host will mention the guest appearance if it’s available.
$125
Online or call-in

WJCU crewneck sweatshirt

A mockup of a black crewneck sweatshirt with a WJCU logo over the left portion of the chestNew! It’s cold out there! Perfect for layering outdoors or spending all day in indoors, you can rep WJCU while staying warm with our new black crewneck sweatshirt with our logo on the chest.
$250
Online or call-in
A mockup of a cylindrical bluetooth speaker with buttons and the WJCU logo on it

WJCU bluetooth speaker with FM radio

New! Some bluetooth speakers are only a speaker. This one stands out not only by having WJCU on it (in the form of our ever-enduring logo), but by having WJCU in it, in the form of an FM radio you can use to listen to us anywhere within the range our tower without even needing to hook up a separate device.
$250
Online or call-in, combined 2026 pledge total

WJCU Inner Circle Silver membership

Join an exclusive community of listeners pledging over $250 per year to power the sounds, stories, and student voices of 88.7 FM all year long! Membership is in addition to choice of thank you gift and includes:
  • Name displayed on the Inner Circle Donor Wall at the WJCU Studio
  • Recognition on the WJCU website and social media
  • Exclusive Silver Member pin and appreciation letter from station leadership
  • Early access to select WJCU events and live sessions
See our post introducing the WJCU Inner Circle for more information!
$500
Online or call-in, combined 2026 pledge total

WJCU Inner Circle Gold membership

Support WJCU even further! Membership in the Gold circle is in addition to choice of thank you gift and includes:
  • Prominent name placement on the Inner Circle Donor Wall at the WJCU Studio
  • Free ticket to the WJCU Hall of Fame Dinner with acknowledgement during ceremony
  • Reserved VIP table at Hall of Fame dinners and events
  • Commemorative Gold Member Pin
  • Invitation to an annual Gold Member Dinner with student broadcasters and staff
See our post introducing the WJCU Inner Circle for more information!

Pledge information

WJCU needs your support! We ask only once a year for your financial support in keeping us on the air. WJCU is a 501-C3 not-for-profit organization and your contribution is tax-deductible.

You can call us at 1-216-397-4438 to donate by phone or pledge online.

Our online donation system is set up securely, so no one at the station or the university will ever see your credit card information. WJCU will never sell or share your information. We value our relationship with you!

For pledges by check, be advised that we will not send invoices or reminders. In order to receive your premium on time, be sure to mail your check before Friday, March 23. Please send checks, payable to “WJCU”, to:

WJCU Radio
1 John Carroll Blvd.
University Heights, OH 44118

You will receive an acknowledgment letter suitable for IRS record-keeping shortly after we receive your check. Please allow up to 4 additional weeks for delivery of your thank you gift, which ships separately.

This year, you’ll have the option to pick up your thank you gifts during our Pick-Up Party. The event will be on Monday, March 30 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm in the O’Malley Center atrium on the John Carroll University campus. Can’t make it? No problem! We’re happy to ship your thank you gifts to you.

More info

More information and answers to frequently asked questions are available in our Radiothon 2026 – Carrying the Torch for College Radio post.

To be able to continue creating great radio, we need you! Your donation helps keep us alive. We greatly appreciate your support in making Radiothon 2026 a success and keeping WJCU on the air for years to come.