Facing a $1.1 billion funding cut, PBS and NPR stations are scrambling to stay afloat. Many launched emergency fundraisers, exceeding expectations in some areas. While some stations received significant donations, others face job cuts and programming reductions. The crisis is forcing collaboration among stations to share services and resources. Although initial support has been strong, the long-term sustainability of some stations remains uncertain.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.