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Can an LPFM/NCE station to interrupt its programming in order to raise funds for another organization (such as the Red Cross) during a local disaster?

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Can an LPFM/NCE station to interrupt its programming in order to raise funds for another organization (such as the Red Cross) during a local disaster?

Yes, LPFM/NCE stations can interrupt their programming to raise funds for another organization, such as the Red Cross, during a local disaster. The FCC recognizes the importance of providing emergency information and assistance to the public in times of crisis. These stations are allowed to engage in fundraising activities to support disaster relief efforts and provide vital information to their communities. However, it’s important to ensure that such interruptions are done in compliance with FCC regulations and guidelines and that the fundraising efforts are genuine and transparent.

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Yes, LPFM/NCE stations can interrupt their programming to raise funds for another organization, such as the Red Cross, during a local disaster. The FCC recognizes the importance of providing emergency information and assistance to the public in times of crisis. These stations are allowed to engage in fundraising activities to support disaster relief efforts and provide vital information to their communities. However, it’s important to ensure that such interruptions are done in compliance with FCC regulations and guidelines and that the fundraising efforts are genuine and transparent.

LPFM stations have the ability to participate in third-party fundraising, provided that the recipient of the funds is a legitimate IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with an established IRS designation. Stations must adhere to the limitation that only one percent of their yearly airtime can be dedicated to third-party fundraising activities. Detailed records of all third-party fundraising endeavors must be maintained.

During significant crises like Hurricane Katrina, the September 11 attacks, or the Great Tohoku Earthquake, the FCC has granted special permissions, known as blanket waivers, to LPFM/NCE stations. These waivers allow stations to interrupt regular programming to raise funds for third-party entities. Specific guidelines and reporting obligations are outlined in the corresponding public notice issued by the FCC when authorizing third-party fundraising for a specific event.

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