Turn your passion for Public Radio East into a philanthropic priority by becoming a Member of the Barker Leadership Circle!

The Barker Leadership Circle, named in honor of Public Radio East Founder  Dr. Charles T. Barker, is a group of Public Radio East listeners who make an annual philanthropic gift of $1,000 or more to support intelligent, high quality radio programming. Barker Leadership Circle Members value the role that Public Radio East plays in enhancing the quality of life in Eastern North Carolina. They embrace the opportunity to make a significant annual contribution that allows Public Radio East to achieve new levels of excellence.

Contributing to Public Radio East as a Member of the Barker Leadership Circle is truly a testament to the importance of quality radio and to the cultural and educational opportunities that it affords Eastern North Carolina. Annual support at this level enables Public Radio East to pursue the mission of engaging the minds and enriching the lives of people in our community. Barker Leadership Circle Members play a significant role in ensuring the continued success of a station that so many depend on, learn from, and enjoy.

Benefits of annual membership in the Barker Leadership Circle:

• Invitations to exclusive events where you can meet the personalities of Public Radio East, National Public Radio and other members of the Barker Leadership Circle
• Periodic updates on station activities and strategic goals from station management
• Recognition on-air, in the station newsletter and other printed materials
• Your annual gift is a charitable tax deduction to the extent of IRS laws

Annual Membership levels

Benefactor $5,000 and above
Patron  $2,500-$4,999
Partner  $1,000-$2,499