Your legacy gift ensures future generations of Wisconsinites have access to the public media they trust. By sharing your intentions with us, you become part of a community of visionary supporters strengthening public media’s future.

Legacy Donor Stories

Joe and Jeanne Silverberg

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Together, Joe and Jeanne have watched and learned from PBS Wisconsin for many years. They wanted to include this important part of their lives in the legacy they leave behind.

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About the Heritage Society

The Heritage Society celebrates extraordinary individuals who take the intentional step to include PBS Wisconsin in their estate or financial plans. Their visionary commitment sustains PBS Wisconsin as our state’s most trusted media resource for generations to come.

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Statement of Intent

A confidential form • Not a binding commitment

If you’ve included PBS Wisconsin in your plans, we’d be grateful to know. Your shared intentions help us thank you and honor the legacy you envision. This form isn’t binding, and you may remain anonymous if you wish.

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Endowment impact: your gift in action

Unless otherwise specified, legacy gifts are strategically invested in our Endowment—providing stable, lasting support for PBS Wisconsin’s programs and operations. As the Endowment grows, your generosity sustains our ability to serve Wisconsin communities in every economic season.

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Helpful Resources

When you’re ready, these resources make it simple to include PBS Wisconsin in your plans.

 

Inform us of your gift

Share your intentions so we can thank you and ensure your wishes are fulfilled.
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Suggested bequest language

Download this template to add PBS Wisconsin to your estate plans.
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Legal Name and Tax ID
Friends of PBS Wisconsin, Inc., 821 University Ave, Madison, WI 53706, Federal Tax ID: 23-7300462

Connect with our Legacy Giving team

We’d be happy to connect with you by phone, email, or in person. We’re available to answer your questions, discuss your specific legacy gift, or explore ways to make PBS Wisconsin part of your legacy.

Melinda Murphy

DIRECTOR OF INDIVIDUAL& LEGACY GIVING

608-265-4437

Jeff Breisach

LEGACY GIVING DIRECTOR

608-890-3254

Brea Pautsch

LEGACY GIVING MANAGER

608-263-2129

Eva Marley

LEGACY GIVING MANAGER

608-265-2653

Lisa Karnes

LEGACY GIVING DIRECTOR

608-265-4437