Message from the GM
You've got a friend in me
You've got a friend in me
When the road looks rough ahead
And you're miles and miles
From your nice warm bed
Just remember what your old pal said
Boy, you've got a friend in me …
- You’ve Got a Friend in Me (Words & Music by Randy Newman)
Trust Randy Newman to capture the essence of friendship in a few simple words. I mention the idea of relationships because as CKUA kicks off our Early Bird draws and gears up for our Spring Campaign, April 17 – May 3, we think a lot about friendship and what it means.
You hear us say CKUA couldn’t exist without your financial contribution – which is true. But the fact that CKUA has such a strong relationship with its listeners is remarkable. After all, there are lots of stations offering many different kinds of music out there. So what is it about this station that causes people like you to care enough to support CKUA?
Maybe it’s simply what’s said in that gentle little song - CKUA is a friend to you. Whether you listen at home, in your car or office, or whether you’re "miles and miles from your nice warm bed", CKUA offers you quality music and information programs that entertain and enlighten, hosts whom you can trust and who respect your intelligence, and genuine, meaningful companionship wherever you go.
We count on friends like you to keep this unique Albertan radio treasure strong by making a pledge of financial support. And thanks to our friends in the business community, we have some incredible campaign prizes for which you can qualify – including a deluxe 17 day guided trip for two to Vietnam. If you pledge now, you can also qualify to win our Early Bird draw for an iPod Touch.
As one of your CKUA friends, I ask you to please pledge now, and show your support, because you’ve got a friend in CKUA.
Ken Regan
General Manager
Showing the love with amazing prizes
We know you don’t need prizes to donate to CKUA, but… it’s pretty great to get a chance to win something – don’t you think?
This year, CKUA sponsors have once again showed their generosity – with the latest electronics, Folk Festival passes and some once-in-a-lifetime trips.
Donate before midnight, April 19th and be eligible to win our Early Bird prize – 1 of 4 iPod Touch devices, featuring video, mp3, podcast, games, and a full html web browser over wi-fi connection.
Each Wednesday of the Spring Campaign, we’ll draw for Calgary and Edmonton Folk Festival packages including festival passes for two, reserved seating and CKUA festival SWAG.
The Mid-point Campaign prize is an inclusive trip with the Roots on the Rails. Journey with Tom Russell, Wylie Gustafson, Sourdough Slim and Gretchen Peters into the magical San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado and Northern New Mexico on the last great example of steam-era railroading.
The Grand Prize is a 17-day deluxe guided tour of Vietnam. Vietnam’s warm climate and the natural beauty of its beaches, lush mountain forests, waterfalls, and friendly and hospitable people will provide wonderful experiences and many fond memories.
PLUS - all NEW donors are automatically entered to win a special NEW Donor prize – the Canon VIXIA HF S10 video camera, a high quality, all-in-one camcorder/camera featuring full HD resolution.
Get Connected at Campaign Events
CKUA LIVE in Calgary – April 25th
Terry David Mulligan, Lionel Rault and Baba are gearing up to host Tim Williams and the Electro-fires for a rockin’ good time at Quincy’s in Calgary on Saturday, April 25th. This special Spring Campaign edition of Mulligan Stew goes to air at 6pm, doors at 5pm. Come on down and bring a friend – door prizes, great music and a chance to bid on some very unique auction items. No RSVP required for this FREE event – but get there early, space is limited.
First Fridays in Edmonton – May 1st
Mark your calendars Edmontonians! Andy Donnelly and Holger Petersen are teaming up on the last Friday of the 2009 Spring Campaign – to bring you our next installation of First Fridays, May 1st from the Newcastle Pub. Andy kicks things off at the with a live Celtic Show from 6-8pm, followed by Holger Petersen with musical guests, the roots and blues review; Come On in Our Kitchen. Allison Brock will also be on hand to add some extra sizzle during this LIVE fundraising event. Join us for an evening of music, dancing and your chance to bid on some truly great, "only-found-at-CKUA" auction items. Doors at 5pm. No RSVP required for this FREE event – but get there early, space is limited.
Corporate Matching = Doubling Your CKUA Support
One easy way to DOUBLE your support for CKUA is to ask your employer about corporate matching. There are many companies who will show support for non-profit organizations that are of interest to their employees by matching the employee’s donation – essentially DOUBLING your contribution. The benefits to CKUA’s diverse programming are tremendous.
Is your employer one of the many companies that matches donations? Ask your human resources department. The Fund Development Office is happy to help you work through the materials required to have your support matched, just give us a call at 1-800-494-2582.
Thanks for being committed to CKUA!
CKUA has a dedicated and committed core of donors that keep this unique radio service thriving and financially stable. In fact, 60% of our budget comes from caring, generous and supportive friends like you. It is your consistency and outstanding contributions that keep CKUA going.
We recognize that every donation matters; we appreciate your support of CKUA, your radio station. We value the relationships we have with our loyal listeners, donors and volunteers.
As we embark on our Spring 2009 campaign, we’re so very grateful to have your support. Here’s to a successful campaign!
