Membership

Become a Member

Members play a vital role in continuing the excellent tradition of community supported broadcasting. Businesses and corporations can give hefty donations to a station, but it is the thousands of individual member gifts that are the lifeblood of public television.

Lakeshore Public Television is yours. In every decision we make—from which shows to air to choosing equipment for better broadcast quality—we ask the question, "What do our members want?" Your support ensures that worthwhile programming that is family-friendly and fosters the values of our community remains a tradition in this region. We work hard to find the best PBS programming and produce first-rate local shows to educate, enlighten, and inform our viewers. If you would like to see this kind of inspiring television for years to come, please become a member of Lakeshore Public Television today. We cannot do it without you!

Please join online, or call to speak with our Membership Manager Vicky Sanchez (219) 756-5656.

Membership Benefits

Tax Deduction

Your gift to Lakeshore Public Television is tax deductible to the extent allowed by the law. Tax receipts are mailed in January.

Lakeshore Public Television Kid's Club

The Lakeshore Public Television Kid's Club is a great way to introduce your children to the wonderful world of Public Broadcasting. Members at the Basic level of $40.00 and above are entitled to enroll their children in Lakeshore Public Television Kid's Club. Children with a Kid's Club membership receive:

• A Lakeshore Kid's Gift gift pack.
• On-air recognition during children's programming hours in their birthday month.
• Pre-sale notification for local Kid's Club shows and events.

Lakeshore Public Television MemberCard

Join Lakeshore Public Television at the $75 Family level or above and you receive the Lakeshore Public Televsion MemberCard. The card is good for two-for-one discounts at more than 90 restaurants and attractions across Northwest Indiana and Chicago.^*

MemberCards can be used throughout the United States*  for restaurants, lodging, and outlet stores, plus you will receive 20% savings for select online merchants. For more information about the Lakeshore Public Television MemberCard, click here.

^* MemberCards are good for the region in which the station member lives. To receive benefits outside the local station area, members must request additional MemberCards good for the region of travel.

Lighthouse Premium Place Outlets VIP Discounts

Lighthouse Premium Place Outlets in Michigan City, IN offers great deals to Lakeshore Public Television members at the $100 Choice level and above. The VIP Discount Brochure is packed with special savings at over 60 merchants.

Annual Appreciation Reception

The Annual Appreciation Reception is Lakeshore Public Television's opportunity to say "Thank you!" in person to the people who make public television a reality in the region. Members at the $250 Leadership level and above are invited to attend this event, held every fall, to meet station personnel and get insight into Lakeshore Public Television's plans for the new year—upcoming events, new shows, and big changes.

Legacy Circle

Join Lakeshore Public Television at the $500 and above Legacy level and we will recognize you in the Lakeshore Public Television Program Guide.

Membership Levels

Basic $40

• Reusable shopping tote

Friend $60

• All the benefits listed above, plus...
• A Lakeshore Public Television mug.

Family $75

• All the benefits listed above, plus…
• Lakeshore Public Television MemberCard.

Green $90 - New in 2008!

• One-year subscription to the Lakeshore Public Television Program Guide, received electronically.
• One-year subscription to the Lakeshore Public Television green e-newsletter, including updates on local news and events, plus...
• Two eco-friendly gifts.

Choice $100

• All the benefits listed above, plus…
• Lighthouse Premium Place Outlets VIP Discount Brochure.

Patron $150

• All the benefits listed above, plus...
• A Lakeshore Public Television hat.

Leader $250

• All benefits listed above, plus…
• Invitation to Annual Appreciation Reception held in the fall.

Legacy $500

• All benefits listed above, plus…
• Member's name listed under Legacy Circle in Lakeshore Public Television Program Guide (optional).