Everything you hear on KEXP is made possible by the support of more than 35,000 donors and growing — we’re proud to be majority community-funded! Their generosity powers a station where every song is handpicked by a human who listens, explores, and discovers so you don’t have to settle for the predictable. Because of donors, listeners everywhere can discover new music, feel a sense of connection, and enjoy radio shaped by human curiosity rather than algorithms. If you’re a donor, thank you for keeping KEXP a place where human curation, discovery and connection thrive.
When you become a donor to KEXP, you’ll receive our heartfelt thanks — plus access to a variety of donor-exclusive benefits! These perks are designed to show our gratitude, celebrate your support, and help you connect more deeply with KEXP and the community of listeners who share your passion.
Read on to learn about all the donor-exclusive benefits we offer:
“I Power KEXP” sticker: Every donor receives an exclusive “I Power KEXP” sticker, featuring a fresh new design each year—perfect for collecting and displaying on cars, laptops, luggage, and water bottles. Become a monthly Amplifier donor and you’ll also receive a second Amplifier sticker, in addition to the annual “I Power KEXP” sticker.
" Two weeks ago, I was on the first day of my vacation in Porto, Portugal. My wife and I were wandering down a little alley when I spied a KEXP sticker on a small post sticking up from the sidewalk. I took that as a sign that it was going to be a great day. And it was a great day. Someone like me who loves and supports KEXP had been down that same alley not too long ago." - Patrick in Newport, KY
Early access or discounts to select KEXP events: Starting in 2026, we’re happy to offer donor-exclusive early access and discount opportunities to select KEXP events, including the annual KEXP BBQ and Yule Benefit! Special event opportunities like this are sent to donors via email.
Donor-exclusive thank you gifts: When donors give $10/month or $120 or more, they become eligible to choose donor-exclusive thank you gifts! New thank you gifts are released every Spring and Fall and feature unique designs from artists and KEXP supporters. Past thank you gifts have included tee-shirts, crewneck sweatshirts, mugs, beanies, hats, and hoodies. For Amplifier donors who make ongoing monthly gifts, they will receive an email each year of their continued giving that provides them the opportunity to pick a new thank-you gift(s), too!
"Our entire family loves KEXP and are loyal listeners. I am excited to get a new KEXP sweatshirt as my 11 year old daughter, Naomi, has been wearing my old KEXP hoodie and claims it’s totally hip to wear KEXP sweatshirts at her middle school!" - Jess in Lake Forest Park, WA
VIP Insider Series: Donors who give $42/month or $500 or more are invited to KEXP’s VIP Insiders Series—a set of six in-person concerts and DJ-hosted events around Seattle each year. These events celebrate our VIP Club donors with great music and a unique opportunity to connect with the KEXP donor community. Past concerts have featured artists like Say She She, The Beths, Ibibio Sound Machine, St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Otoboke Beaver, and Portugal, The Man.
If you’re not yet a donor, now’s a great time to become one! If you have any questions about these donor benefits or supporting KEXP, we’re happy to help! Just reach out to donorservices@kexp.org.
