Jonesborosun iconJonesborosunSep 28, 2026 ~7 min source read

KASU schedules live Fall Fundraiser Sept. 28–Oct. 2 with extended daily hours

KASU will hold an on-air Fall Fundraiser beginning Sept. 28 with adjusted broadcast hours through Oct. 2 to collect listener support.

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The fundraiser begins Monday, Sept. 28, running 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. that day.

From Tuesday, Sept. 29, through Friday, Oct. 2, live fundraising will run 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

The event is a live on-air fundraiser hosted by KASU in Jonesboro.

# What's happening KASU is hosting a live Fall Fundraiser that starts Monday, Sept. 28 and continues through Friday, Oct. 2. The station has set extended listening-and-donation hours for the week to give listeners more opportunity to contribute.

# Schedule and hours

  • Monday, Sept. 28: 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Sept. 29 through Friday, Oct. 2: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

These are the on-air hours when the station will be actively soliciting contributions and running fundraising segments.

# Where and who The coverage identifies KASU as the host. The notice appeared in Jonesboro-area listings, indicating the fundraiser is targeted to the local audience and KASU's listening area.

# What listeners can expect During the listed on-air hours KASU will run live fundraising programming. Listeners can tune in to hear appeals, fundraising updates, and likely segments featuring hosts or guests tied to the station. The extended hours on Tuesday through Friday give more windows for callers or online donors to participate.

# Practical tips for listeners

  • Tune in during morning and afternoon blocks within the scheduled hours to catch live appeals.
  • If you plan to call or donate online, aim for the Tuesday–Friday 6 a.m.–5 p.m. window for the longest on-air coverage.
  • Have your payment method ready if donating by phone or online to speed the pledge process.

# Why this matters locally Local public radio fundraisers typically support station operations, programming, and community service. A concentrated week of on-air fundraising signals the station's immediate fundraising priorities for the fall and creates multiple opportunities for community members to contribute.

# How to follow up Check KASU's broadcast or the station's official channels for details on pledge options, matching gifts, or specific programming tied to the fundraiser. If you miss the live hours, the station may provide alternative ways to give outside those times.

# Bottom line KASU's live Fall Fundraiser runs Sept. 28–Oct. 2 with 6 a.m. starts each day and extended 5 p.m. end times Tuesday through Friday. If you support KASU, plan to tune in during those windows to participate or learn how to donate.

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