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Members to Cardinal News support our independent local news coverage by giving either monthly or yearly. They get perks (see below) including a weekly Reporters Notebook that looks behind the scenes with our journalists. Become a member below, or email us with questions: members@cardinalnews.org.
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Cardinal News is proud to receive the 2024 Gold Transparency Candid Badge, recognizing our commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible reporting. This badge reflects our dedication to openly sharing our funding sources and ethical practices, ensuring trustworthy journalism for our community.
What do our members get?
• Reporter’s Notebook
• Discounted merchandise
• Free or early access to special events
• Periodic meet-ups with our team
Other Donation Options
Not ready for membership but still want to contribute? A one-time donation in any amount (choose from the donation form above) is greatly appreciated!
Donation Details
We are grateful for your gift in whatever form is comfortable to you. No goods or services will be provided in exchange for this gift. All donations help to ensure that we are able to cover the issues that matter to Southwest and Southside Virginians and are better understood by our state’s leaders.
Cardinal Productions Inc. doing business as Cardinal News is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit. Our EIN is 87-1532828.
Mail: We understand that not all gifts can be made
electronically. Checks to Cardinal Productions Inc. can be sent to P.O. Box 4455, Roanoke, VA 24015. Please also let us know your email address.
Vehicles: We accept used cars, motorcycles, boats and more: Vehicle donation. Make sure to send a picture of your donation
to dutchie@cardinalnews.org.
Donor Advised Funds: Please ask the issuer of your funds to provide your name and mailing address so we can properly acknowledge your gift. You’d be surprised how often they neglect to share this information.
Stock: Please contact Luanne Rife if you would like to make a donation of stock or need more information: luanne@cardinalnews.org or
540-467-2189.
Managing your Membership Account
Log in to the My Account page to update your credit card number or donation amount. If you need help, email members@cardinalnews.org.
I’m an email subscriber. Am I member too?
Not necessarily. Members are readers who donate to our newsroom on a recurring basis. Subscribers are readers who have signed up to receive one of our free newsletters. When our readers choose to become members, they help keep our work free for everyone and invest in high quality, in-depth reporting in Southwest and Southside Virginia. This is one of the ways we say thank you to the people who invest in our mission.
Why do members support us?
“I routinely share Cardinal News stories with a note that it’s a trusted, unbiased news source.”
Mary Ellen P.
“Fantastic team—thank you all for keeping us informed each morning.”
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“Your unmatched, fair and in-depth coverage… is incredibly well done and sets the bar high for journalism in the region.”
Bill T.
“Hands down the best news agency in the Commonwealth in Virginia.”
David W.
“Awesome team doing spectacular reporting.”
Karen R.
“Cardinal’s reputation across Virginia is solid. It’s a trusted brand.”
Elizabeth P.
“I’m a big fan of Cardinal News. I’m delighted to see coverage from locally-based reporters; Cardinal exposes me to stories from all across Virginia.”
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