Endowed Positions: Investing in People

At WOSU Public Media, our greatest asset is our people. They are the trusted journalists, storytellers, educators, and cultural curators who bring meaningful content to every corner of Central Ohio.

Their work ensures access to fact-based journalism, the telling of our region’s unique stories, the joy of classical music on the airwaves, and hands-on learning experiences for children. Simply put, WOSU’s people are the driving force behind a thriving, locally owned public media organization that enriches lives daily.

Investing in endowed positions is an investment in the future of public media. These positions provide permanent funding for critical roles in journalism, storytelling, and educational outreach. By establishing an endowed position, you help WOSU attract and retain the brightest minds in media—visionaries who will shape the future of how our community connects, learns, and grows.

Empowering Leadership & Innovation
At WOSU, we believe in bold ideas and new approaches that redefine public media’s role in our community. Endowed positions allow us to build dynamic programs that inform, engage, and inspire. These positions provide the stability needed to empower our leaders to take creative risks, pioneer cutting-edge media projects, and develop transformative learning experiences that serve all of Central Ohio.

WOSU is already an industry leader, recognized for its innovation and commitment to excellence. We are proud to be one of the few public media organizations nationwide with an endowed leadership role—the Thomas Rieland Endowed General Manager.

Join Us
Your investment in an endowed position is a powerful way to create lasting change. Whether you wish to honor a mentor, celebrate a legacy, or make a meaningful impact in public media, your generosity will help WOSU continue its vital work—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.