Don Hicks of the MBA urges affected Joplin broadcasters to send an e-mail to the Foundation at info@thebfoa.org. In the email, Those seeking a grant should tell them were referred by the Missouri Broadcasters Association and provide a summary of your losses.
They will send you a one and a half page form to complete and return. The normal form is ten pages long - Hicks says the BFOA is trying to make this simple so broadcasters can receive aid quickly.
Joplin broadcasters are also being urder to share this information with broadcasters/co-workers who may not receive MBA emails.
Helping Broadcasters in Times of Need
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Through one-time and monthly grants, the Broadcasters Foundation serves as a safety net for broadcasters who have dedicated their lives to our industry.
The Broadcasters Foundation has distributed millions of dollars in aid to colleagues in acute need. These funds have been obtained through ongoing outreach for membership, individual and corporate contributions, and fundraising events.
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