Program areas at Wedu
Wedu is the largest pbs station in Florida, Broadcasting 52,560 hours of commercial free television annually across six channels that reach 6.4 million floridians, and countless opportunities for digital engagement through video streaming, web and social media, and robust educational resources. Wedu is thoughtful in telling stories that amplify local voices. We explore topics that affect our community, our country, and the world that prioritizes solution-based programming that addresses the needs of our viewership. We feature diverse voices designed to spark dialogue and facilitate these conversations through events and outreach. (see schedule o) Wedu's focus on the local community has resulted in the station being regarded as a beacon of trust for men, women and children of every walk of life no matter their age, ethnicity or socio-economic status. Wedu is a treasured community resource; a window to the world for the homebound and a vital educational source for the youngest members of society. Our work in 2022 has received profound critical acclaim including twelve suncoast regional emmy nominations and four wins, and two prestigious neta Public media awards. Additionally, Wedu produced programs, including the "greater" series, telling intimate and immersive stories about our local communities, and "can we talk: a conversation about antisemitism," a powerful exploration of issues facing the local jewish community. Wedu's education programming and outreach efforts for pk-12 students continue to serve as a trusted resource for parents and educators.
Who funds Wedu
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Wedu
Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
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Paul Grove | President and Chief Executive Officer | $232,759 | 2023-05-09 |
Debra Friedberg | Chief Financial Officer | $133,436 | 2022-09-30 |
John H Conely | Senior Vice President of Operations | $131,280 | 2022-09-30 |
Allison Alvarez Hedrick | Vice President of Communications and Events | | 2020-09-29 |
Arden Robbins | Vice President of Marketing and Commun | $120,193 | 2022-09-30 |
...and 9 more key personnel |
Financials for Wedu
Revenues | FYE 09/2022 | FYE 09/2021 | % Change |
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Total grants, contributions, etc. | $11,354,824 | $12,590,238 | -9.8% |
Program services | $1,012,282 | $1,123,442 | -9.9% |
Investment income and dividends | $549,424 | $382,721 | 43.6% |
Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
Royalty revenue | $0 | $17,470 | -100% |
Net rental income | $1,203,041 | $1,151,713 | 4.5% |
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $626,197 | $459,874 | 36.2% |
Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $0 | - |
Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $0 | - |
Miscellaneous revenues | $0 | $0 | - |
Total revenues | $14,745,768 | $15,725,458 | -6.2% |
Organizations like Wedu
Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
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North Texas Public Broadcasting | 501(c)(3) | Dallas, TX | $26,329,429 |
Nashville Public Television | 501(c)(3) | Nashville, TN | $8,012,439 |
National Educational Telecommunications | 501(c)(3) | Columbia, SC | $5,638,395 |
Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) | 501(c)(3) | Saint Paul, MN | $49,557,021 |
Alabama Education Television Foundation Authority | 501(c)(3) | Birmingham, AL | $5,899,982 |
Klrn | 501(c)(3) | San Antonio, TX | $5,542,564 |
Witf | 501(c)(3) | Harrisburg, PA | $17,466,259 |
Duluth-Superior Area Educational Television Corporation (WDSE WRPT) | 501(c)(3) | Duluth, MN | $4,935,556 |
Western New York Public Broadcasting Association | 501(c)(3) | Buffalo, NY | $17,007,080 |
Greater New Orleans Educational Television Foundation | 501(c)(3) | New Orleans, LA | $5,233,389 |
Data update history
July 3, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
June 26, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
March 25, 2023
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMedia and communications organizationsTelevision producers / broadcastersHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanitiesCommunity improvementBusiness and industry
Characteristics
Political advocacyLobbyingState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportTax deductible donations
General information
- Address
- 1300 N Blvd PO Box 4033
- Tampa, FL 33677
- Metro area
- Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
- County
- Hillsborough County, FL
- Website URL
- wedu.org/Â
- Phone
- (813) 254-9338
- Facebook page
- wedupublicmediaÂ
- Twitter profile
- @wedupbsÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 59-0840626
- Fiscal year end
- September
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1956
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- A03: Arts, Culture and Humanities Professional Societies and Associations
- NAICS code, primary
- 51512: Television Broadcasting
- Parent/child status
- Central organization
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