Michigan Radio Plays Pledge Drive Bingo

"You are the public in public radio."

"The reason you listen is the reason to give."

"Make a pledge at any level."

"Become a day sponsor."

"BINGO!!!!!"

Michigan Radio in Ann Arbor is the latest public radio station to inject a little extra fun into a pledge drive using Bingo. They explain:

We understand that a membership drive may not be your favorite type of program on Michigan Radio, but here’s a fun way to pass the time. Print out our Membership Drive Bingo card and mark off the commonly used phrases when you hear them on-the air. If you get five in a row, send us your card and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a Michigan Radio t-shirt, eco-friendly grocery bag and other cool stuff. Be sure to include the date and time for each box you check off, and also include your name and e-mail address on your bingo sheet.

PD Tamar Charney posted the Bingo board on her Facebook page and credited Chicago Public Radio with the idea.