STAR 99.1 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
EXPANDING OUR TERRITORY
After the wettest summer on record, we are keenly aware of our vulnerability to effectively serve our listeners. We have experienced firsthand the devastating effects of flooding, not once, but four times. We now have the opportunity to relocate. Our goal is to raise $500,000 to be used to renovate the building so that not only is the STAR 99.1 facility out of the flood zone, but we'll have the room needed to better serve our listeners and grow through new media, including podcasts, blogging, Internet radio, the three HD channels, and more. Thanks to those who have already participated in the campaign, we're off to a great start, with over $235, 000 so far in pledges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is STAR 99.1?
WAWZ STAR 99.1 is radio and more, designed
to connect with the hearts of radio listeners and invite them into the
greater story of God. STAR 99.1 reaches about 600,000 listeners each
week with a positive and encouraging mix of contemporary Christian
music, entertaining and engaging personalities, inspiring listener phone
calls and fun contests. In addition to STAR 99.1, we also program and
operate two additional HD radio stations: 99.1-HD2 (a Christian teaching
station) and 99.1-HD3 (affectionately known as The Energy,
featuring Christian rock and hip hop for teens). We also produce and
operate:
A growing digital outreach through our Web site at www.star991fm.com
A separate Web site for our HD2 channel at www.991hd2.com
A separate Web site for our HD3 channel at www.991hd3.com
Three online audio streaming channels
New media, such as blogging, Twitter, podcasting, and iPhone/iPod apps
Seasonal concerts and events at the Prudential Center in Newark and the Izod Center in East Rutherford
What is the STAR 99.1 EXPANDING OUR TERRITORY Capital Campaign?
Since
1941, WAWZ has been operating from the second floor of the Zarephath
Christian Church. In the past 68 years, the staff has grown from one AM
station with five part-timers to three FM stations plus Web, new
technology, and events with 37 full and part-time staff and an army of
volunteers, all from the same offices! Needless to say, it's a tight
squeeze when everyone is here. Our offices are also in a flood plain
which can sometimes threaten our ability to serve listeners when you
need us most. The space also severely limits our ability to expand our
outreach through new media opportunities.
Early this year, the station was presented with the opportunity to relocate across the street, away from the flood zone, into a building that is about 50% larger than our current facility - if we can raise the funds in a timely fashion to complete the necessary renovations. The increase in space will enable us to grow the reach of the ministry in order to meet the need. Taking us out of the flood plain will protect our ability to broadcast without disruption during weather-related emergencies. All of this needs to be committed to be completed in a very short time span.
What is the goal?
Our
goal is to get commitments that will allow us to move into the new
facility before the end of the year. The first phase, which includes
building new studios, will run about $500,000.00. The project falls
outside of our normal operating budget. The threat is imminent… but the
potential is eternal as we partner with you to reach more hearts with
the message of Hope in Christ.
What are some of the features of the new home for STAR 99.1?
More,
and larger, studios for all three radio stations (STAR 99.1, 99.1 HD2,
99.1 HD3), an increase in office space, and space for our growing
digital media ministry. The new home for STAR 99.1 will be out of the
flood plain, but will remain on the Zarephath campus in Somerset County
where we've been since 1931.
How can I help?
The financial support for this campaign must
come from our listeners, without disruption to our annual operating
income. We're blessed by many who support this station with their gifts
and prayers, but this is a campaign with a particular focus beyond
salaries, electric bills, light bulbs and stationery. Each and every
gift will go directly to the Vision Fund to pay for renovation expenses
to build new studios and offices that will allow us to expand God's
reach through traditional and digital media.
Can I re-direct my Sharathon gift toward this campaign?
Sharathon
gifts are for our operations budget. This gift is for renovations.
Re-directing your gift will have severe impact on our operations for the
next year.
How can I make a gift?
You
can click here to give, send a gift by mail to STAR 99.1 Capital
Campaign, PO Box 9058, Zarephath NJ 08890, or call the STAR 99.1
Business Office at 732-469-0991. We accept checks, credit cards,
electronic checks, or money orders. Gifts can be made on a one-time or
monthly basis. STAR 99.1 also accepts gifts of real property as well as
stocks and securities such as mutual fund shares, bonds, and bond
coupons. Every gift is important!
Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes. STAR 99.1 FM (a ministry of
Pillar of Fire, Inc.) is a not-for-profit, listener-supported 501(c) (3)
organization. All donations to STAR 99.1 are tax-deductible.
THANK YOU FOR PARTNERING WITH STAR 99.1 TO EXPAND
OUR
OUTREACH AND REACH THE NEXT GENERATION!
