CPB Funding

CPB Statement on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 11, 2021) — Patricia Harrison, president and CEO of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), made the following statement regarding the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which includes $175,000,000 for CPB as stabilization funding, being signed into law:

CPB Announces Funding Increases for National Multicultural Alliance Organizations

Each to receive an additional $500,000 annually

WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 22, 2021) – The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) announced that each of the five public media organizations forming the National Multicultural Alliance (NMCA) will receive a $500,000 funding increase starting this fiscal year. CPB support helps these organizations provide much-needed content about diverse communities, created by diverse filmmakers, to the public television system and viewers across the country.

NPR Launches Station Investigations Team As Part Of Collaborative Journalism Network

This new investigative unit will work with the regional newsrooms and topic teams to support local journalism

Washington D.C., Feb 3., 2021 -- NPR announced today the creation of the Station Investigations Team.

CPB Statement on Funding Decisions by the United States Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 22, 2020) — Patricia Harrison, president and CEO of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), made the following statement regarding the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, passing the House and Senate:

CPB Statement on Funding Decisions by the United States House of Representatives

WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 31, 2020) — Patricia Harrison, president and CEO of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), made the following statement:

New Animated STEM Series ELINOR WONDERS WHY Premieres on PBS KIDS September 7, 2020

Multiplatform Show Inspires Preschoolers and Parents to Ask Questions and Experience the Joys of Nature and Curiosity Together

Arlington, VA, July 30, 2020 – Preschoolers and their families from coast-to-coast will take a trip to Animal Town this Labor Day with the premiere of the newest PBS KIDS series, ELINOR WONDERS WHY. The animated show encourages children to follow their curiosity, ask questions, figure out the answers, and learn about the natural world around them using their science inquiry skills.

PBS and WETA Announce New Documentary Series from Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. THE BLACK CHURCH: THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG

Two-part series reveals the broad history and culture of the Black church and explores African American faith communities on the frontlines of hope and change

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (JULY 28, 2020): Today at the Virtual PBS Press Tour, PBS and WETA announced THE BLACK CHURCH: THIS IS OUR STORY, THIS IS OUR SONG will premiere February 16 and 23, 2021 at 9:00 p.m. ET on PBS stations nationwide (check local listings).

New DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD Special, Created in Response to COVID-19, Premieres August 17 on PBS KIDS

Season 5 of Emmy-Winning Hit Kicks Off with Sing-Along Special to Support Families in Today’s Unprecedented Times, Followed by Week of New Episodes

July 15, 2020 – Today, PBS KIDS announced a new special and episodes of DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD, beginning Monday, August 17. Preschoolers and their families from neighborhoods across the country can hop on Trolley and “ride along” with Daniel Tiger, his family, and friends for a brand-new season of exploring big feelings, learning, and having fun. The top-rated, Emmy-winning series from Fred Rogers Productions will premiere on PBS stations nationwide (check local listings), the PBS KIDS 24/7 channel, and PBS KIDS digital platforms.