Public media is under attack.
Congress will soon be voting on a recission package that would eliminate PBS SoCal's federal funding. For 60+ years we have been an indispensable part of the Southern California community, providing free, high-quality content and services that educate, inform, and keep people safe. Congress needs to hear from you right now to ensure that federal funding continues.
PBS SoCal is Essential
Trusted Education for All Ages
- Commercial-free educational TV
- Research-supported learning resources
- Free & accessible to all
Free, Quality Content for All
- Commercial-free programming
- Award-winning, quality shows
- Reliable news
Local Content that Reflects our Region
- Showcasing Local Arts: We amplify the voices of Southern California’s arts communities, celebrating creativity and innovation.
- Preserving Our Stories: We safeguard the rich history and culture of our region.
- Bringing Communities Together: From live events to community initiatives, we create opportunities for connection, dialogue, and shared experiences across Southern California.
- Learn more about PBS SoCal's impact in the community.
- Learn more about the value of PBS.
Federal Funding for Public Media is Irreplaceable
Local public media stations are among the last locally managed outlets, serving 99% of the U.S. population, including 24/7 stations in rural and remote areas.
- Represents .01% of the federal budget
- About $1.60 per person annually
Share Your Story!
Record a short video message about how public media has shaped your life or enriched your community and share it with us or post it on social media with #ProtectMyPublicMedia.
How to Help
Contact Congress Now
Advocate for our future and remind lawmakers that the public overwhelmingly supports continued public media funding. Your voice is more important than ever. Join the effort at Protect My Public Media where you can:
- Contact your lawmakers
- Sign up for email alerts
- Learn more
Federal funding and you make public media possible. Together, we can protect this vital resource and help defend this essential service for future generations.
