Support local journalism, empower your business
LAist is Southern California’s number one NPR station reaching over 1.5 million people monthly across platforms. We provide award-winning journalism that informs, inspires, and connects our diverse communities. By joining LAist’s Business Membership Program, you become an essential part of keeping Los Angeles informed, vibrant, and thriving while strengthening your company’s reach and impact with a dedicated audience who cares deeply about the future of this city.
How it works
We offer a range of membership levels designed for companies of all sizes.
Business Members enhance their brand's visibility and reach a wide, engaged audience across multiple platforms— on-air at 89.3 FM, online at LAist.com, on-demand at LAist Studios, and at live events. As a member, you support LAist’s trustworthy journalism ensuring that all Southern Californians have access to free, high-quality, fact-checked news and information. In addition, you'll gain access to exclusive networking opportunities and have the opportunity to connect with other leaders in the business and non-profit sectors. LAist business memberships are tax-deductible.
Business membership levels
$2,500
- Listed as a Business Member on the LAist website and in the LAist Annual Report
- Listed onscreen as a Business Member at all events in LAist’s Crawford Family Forum, reaching an annual audience of over 3,800 attendees
- LAist Business Membership Decal to put in storefront, office, and website
$5,000
- All $2,500 benefits plus...
- LAist studio tour and opportunity to meet on-air hosts
- A pair of preferred tickets to 3 Crawford Family Forum events of your choice (total of 6 tickets)
- 2 Tickets to our Leadership Circle Brunch with top donors and recognition as a Business Member at the event
$10,000
- All $5,000 benefits plus...
- Support can be used for an on-air challenge during an LAist Pledge Drive
- 2 Tickets to our President’s Circle Dinner with top donors & recognition at the event
- Linked company logo and priority placement on the LAist website
$25,000
- All $10,000 benefits plus...
- 4 Tickets to LAist’s Annual Gala
- Recognition at the Gala from the stage, on the digital invitation, and with a digital tribute ad
- Lunch event at your office featuring an LAist journalist speaking on a mutually determined topic
- 2 VIP Tickets to an offsite LAist event (e.g. Wait Wait...Don’t Tell Me! Live, FilmWeek Oscar Preview, LAist Night at Dodger Stadium)
Ready to join? Sign up here. Have more questions? Email [email protected]
