STAR 99.1 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
What is the STAR 99.1 Building Campaign all about?
Since 1941,
WAWZ has been operating from the second floor of Zarephath Christian
Church. In that time, the staff has grown from one AM station with five
part-timers to three FM stations plus Web, new technology, and events
with over 35 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. The space severely limits our ability to expand our
outreach through new media opportunities. The fact that we are in a
flood plain can threaten our ability to serve listeners when you need us
most. Taking us out of the flood plain will protect our ability to
broadcast without disruption during weather-related emergencies.
What is the goal?
Our
goal is to get commitments that will allow us to move into a new
facility located on our current property, out of the flood plain, with
the necessary space and efficient in its design for our purposes. As
part of a comprehensive building program of several ministries, we
anticipate costs for a new building, built exactly to the specifications
of STAR 99.1 and positioning us for growth in the future, to be near
$1,500,000. The project falls outside of our normal operating budget.
The threat is real… 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
Building Campaign gift will go directly to our Restricted Capital
Campaign Fund.
Can I re-direct my Sharathon gift toward this campaign?
Sharathon
gifts are for our operations budget. This gift is for our Capital
Campaign building project. 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!
