Where does Detroit Public TV gets its operating funds?
Individual viewers, by responding to pledge drives, online incentives, telemarketing and direct mail, provide Detroit Public Television with over half of the station’s operating budget. Other funding sources include the Detroit Public Television Online Auction, corporate contributions and grants from the government and private foundations. Detroit Public TV receives no funding from the State of Michigan. Detroit Public TV also produces programs and related videos and audios that are used by stations nationwide for fundraising in their markets. These activities also contribute to the funding of the station’s activities.
