Industry News Bits THU 7/30/26
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JUNE 2026 Nielsen PPM release is complete. JULY PPM starts 8/10….. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid JUNE
WALC/Charleston – 2.0
WSPO/Charleston – 1.0
WKHL/Harrisburg – 1.9
KGBI/Omaha – 3.3
KMLV/Omaha – 2.5
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid SPRING 26
WNPQ/Canton – 1.5
WROZ/Lancaster – 4.3
KFLV/Lincoln – 1.1
WKVC/Myrtle Beach – 2.3
WMBJ/Myrtle Beach – 1.8
Giving Design LLC today announced the launch of Legacy Design for Radio℠, a comprehensive, plug-n-play planned giving platform created for Christian radio ministries. Developed in partnership with Christian radio executive and fundraising strategist Dave Stephens (WCVO/Columbus 104.9 the River), the new white-label solution enables stations to establish a professionally managed legacy giving ministry in weeks instead of years.
For decades, Christian radio stations have faithfully encouraged listeners to invest in ministry that changes lives. Yet many stations have lacked the expertise, staffing, and resources necessary to offer a complete planned giving program that serves listeners while building long-term financial sustainability.
Legacy Design for Radio℠ was created to change that.
The platform provides everything a station needs to launch and manage a professional legacy giving ministry, including:
- A fully customized white-label Legacy Giving website
- A branded online Will Writing platform that allows listeners to create a legally valid will
- Twelve months of professionally written planned giving articles and educational content
- A dedicated Fractional Planned Giving Officer providing strategy, donor support, and ongoing coaching
- Live, virtual estate planning workshops that walk listeners through writing their will in an educational, encouraging environment
- Professionally designed graphics, promotional materials, suggested on-air spots, email content, and marketing resources to help stations successfully launch the program
The platform is already producing measurable results, demonstrating the impact a professionally guided legacy giving program can have for Christian radio ministries.
Within the first six months of implementation, the platform’s inaugural partner, Spirit 92.9 (St. Cloud, MN), has already documented nearly $250,000 in confirmed estate gift commitments.
“What impressed me most wasn’t just the platform, it was the partnership,” said Kelly Corbett, Associate General Manager of Spirit 92.9. “Giving Design walked alongside us through every step of launching the program. My husband and I even completed our own wills using the platform, so I can confidently tell our listeners how simple and valuable the experience is. Having that level of support has made all the difference.”
Unlike traditional planned giving programs that often require years of development, specialized legal knowledge, and dedicated staffing, Legacy Design for Radio℠ offers a fully managed solution that allows stations to begin serving listeners almost immediately.
“Every Christian radio station encourages listeners to leave a legacy of faith,” said Dave Stephens. “This program gives stations a practical way to help listeners care for their families through simple estate planning while also creating the opportunity to support the ministries they love for generations to come. It’s not about asking for gifts. It’s about serving people well. It’s been a blessing to partner with Giving Design to develop this program and now make this resource available to our listeners across the River Radio Ministries Network starting this Fall.”
Legacy Design for Radio℠ arrives as nonprofit organizations prepare for one of the largest intergenerational wealth transfers in history. By providing listeners with trusted estate planning resources in a ministry-focused environment, stations can help families prepare for the future while creating opportunities for lasting Kingdom impact.
The platform is completely white-labeled, allowing each station to present a seamless branded experience while Giving Design provides the technology, expertise, coaching, content, and ongoing support behind the scenes.
Legacy Design for Radio℠ is now available to Christian radio stations nationwide.
For more information or to schedule a demonstration, visit GivingDesign.com or contact David Baker at dbaker@givingdesign.com.
HisAir Job Alert – sponsored by FaithSearch Partners
Pillar Media, home to STAR 99.1 NYC/NJ, STAR 93.3 Cincinnati, STAR 101.5, FLO 107.1, and KPOF in Denver, is seeking a Chief Programming Officer to architect, lead, and strengthen the on-air and content strategy across our family of stations and streaming offerings. This is a senior executive position with direct influence on audience growth, brand impact, and ministry reach.
If interested in this opening go HERE.
K-LOVE, Inc. announces the promotion of Tanesha Bradshaw from handling employee relations across the enterprise to vice president of human resources. In her new role, Bradshaw will continue leading the Ministry’s people strategy and now oversees key human resources functions supporting team members across the organization. Bradshaw will report to Chief Legal and Compliance Officer Brooklyn Belk who oversees Legal, Compliance, Board Governance, and Human Resources for the Ministry.
“Great ministry starts with great people, and great people need great HR. Tanesha is the perfect fit to lead with both compassion and excellence. I have full confidence in her leadership and her heart for Jesus, which together will help drive our global efforts forward through an effective God-first people strategy.” says K-LOVE CEO Tom Stultz.
Her commitment to serving others extends beyond her professional work. Bradshaw is an active member of multiple service-oriented organizations and is deeply involved in local church ministry, reflecting a lifelong commitment to community and a strong personal alignment with K-LOVE’s faith-based mission of inspiring people to move closer to Jesus.
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Inside Radio’s latest format count reports Religion has more than doubled Country as the leading radio format.
Stations airing religious teaching, hymns, and other faith-based programming have added 71 outlets, a 3.3% increase. Since the start of the year alone, the format has grown by 40 stations, or 1.8%, according to Inside Radio/PrecisionTrak’s monthly station counts. The format’s biggest milestone came in February, when religion became the nation’s most-programmed radio format, ending country’s long reign at the top. Since then, religion has steadily widened its lead over the now second-ranked country format.
The gap has grown from just 22 stations in February to 74 stations in July. Since April, religion’s advantage has expanded each month, increasing from 39 stations in April to 48 in May, 65 in June, and 74 in July.
The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards, will be held Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
The show broadcasts exclusively on TBN and the TBN+ App Friday, October 9 at 7:30 PM and 10 PM ET, with a rebroadcast airing Friday, October 16, at the same times. Fans can also listen on SiriusXM’s The Message (Channel 65) during the October 9 simulcast.
Full list of nominees HERE
Red Street Records’ 2X GRAMMY award-winning and 22X GMA Dove award-winning artist Jason Crabb released his latest project, a 12-track album titled Through The Fire.
Jason shares, “When I recorded the song ‘Through The Fire’ 20 years ago, it became the center piece to my music career. As I started thinking about my next chapter of music, I felt it was time to go back to my roots and revisit those impactful songs I sang with my family, 5 of which my father wrote,”
Pictured L-R Joseph Reed Singing News Radio, Greg Goodman Daywind, and Jason Crabb
HisAir Christian Radio & Records Industry News TIMELINE – July 30, 2025
Bob Burney is retiring after 25 years on Salem Media’s religious teaching WRFD/Columbus, OH (The Word), where he hosted afternoon drive delivering news from a Biblical perspective. A former pastor of 25 years, Burney is known for ending each show with the phrase, “Remember, whose you are.” His final broadcast will be this Friday.
“We are deeply grateful for Bob Burney and the faithful service he has poured into WRFD staff and our listeners,” General Manager Carolyn Cassidy said. “His heart for people and unwavering commitment to sharing the love of Christ has had a lasting impact not only on our team, but on the wider Christian community. His work and ministry have touched countless lives, and we give thanks for the legacy of hope and encouragement he leaves behind.”
Milestones:
Jen Driskill 2 years at KTIS/Minneapolis
Steve Baker 11 years at WCIE/Tampa
Annie Smith 27 years at WBHY/Mobile
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