Our Mission

Mission:

WRFI is hands-on, homegrown radio. We empower, inform, and connect people and communities in the Finger Lakes and beyond by amplifying local and under-represented perspectives, music, and cultures.

Values:

Ithaca Community Radio (WRFI) and all its operations will be guided by the following core values:

  • Integrity
  • Transparency
  • Peace
  • Justice
  • Sustainability
  • Inclusion
  • Freedom of expression
  • Joy
  • History

    Few know the hidden history of our radio station – it all begins with a mysterious flying fish emblem and some oddly crossed wires.

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  • Local Programs

    We prioritize local programming, and provide training opportunities for anyone who wants to start a radio show. See all the local programs on our schedule, and contact us to get involved.

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  • Board of Directors

    WRFI is owned and operated by Ithaca Community Radio, Inc. Let's get to know the fine people on the ICR Board of directors.

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  • Community Advisory Council

    WRFI Community Radio is honored to be advised and guided by this group of former board members and distinguished supporters, who form our Community Advisory Council:

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  • Our Budget

    Your donations support everything we do : electricity, equipment, rent, insurance, staff, and one (just one) awesome pizza party.

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  • Volunteers

    We are volunteer powered. It's kind of amazing when you think about it. All these people cooperating and providing the efforts in service of community radio.

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Pump Up The Volume

We depend on your support to keep corporate sponsors in the boardrooms where they belong. Can we count on your support?