91.1 The Avenue

The countdown is on! We are in the final days of this pledge drive. We have until Friday to reach our goal of $170,000 to meet our fundraising need. Listeners have been rallying! Momentum has been building. We’ve made significant progress in last couple days. WE CAN DO THIS! Let's go for it and end this drive successfully. To do it, we need a couple of big days – and with matching funds to take us the rest of the way, it’s possible. Will you join us? Pledge now at avenueradio.com All pledges are matched! But time is running out! Listeners have told us that what we do has never been more important than now. The music. The nonprofit community mission. The platform for independent and local musicians.

🎸🎵 Business After Hours at 313 Dodge was a hit! Hosted by 91.1 The Avenue we celebrated their 15th anniversary in true music-lover style, with everyone sporting their favorite band t-shirts. The event brought together a fantastic group of business professionals from across the community, all while enjoying some of 313 Dodge’s incredible appetizers and the night’s signature cocktail, the “Let it Play” Blackberry Margarita! Shoutout to 313 Dodge for knocking it out of the park! These events aren’t just fun—they’re crucial for fostering connections and collaboration in our local business community. By coming together, we strengthen the bonds that help our businesses thrive. BIG WINNERS 🎉 The door prize winners are: 🎵 A pair of tickets to Christmas on the Avenue at the PAC on Dec 6th: Jack Grable from State Farm 🎤 One month free airtime: Heather LeNoble from Harp Gallery. A big thank you to The Avenue for hosting! We are blessed to have an incredible station like the Avenue in our community giving nonprofits unprecedented access to the airways and supporting local artists by giving them a platform for their music.

Wow! Thanks for making 91.1 The Avenue People’s Choice Radio Station at the 2024 WAMI’s. We’re grateful for your support and the acknowledgment. And congrats to all the finalists and winners. We are so fortunate to be surrounded by so many talented and dedicated music industry folks who we also get to call friends. Long live listener-supported radio!

Congratulations to the Mission: Possible Symposium on the kick-off of their first annual event! This Veteran and Family Symposium is a two-day event (May 10-11) with the purpose to educate, connect, and relate through local, state, and federal organizations. "The event will feature nationally renowned speakers, mini-seminars, Veteran-owned businesses, potential employers, various nonprofits, veteran organizations, resources, a veteran tribute, fun activities for the entire family, food trucks, LIVE MUSIC by the Spicy Tie Band, and so much more!" You can learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/3UtMpSI View more photos from the ribbon cutting here: https://bit.ly/3QHHg8B #foxcities #foxcitieschamber #ribboncutting #milestonecelebrations #veteran #military

Every year this event sells out, so we’ve added a second one to the 2024 calendar! Join us on December 5 for another wonderful event with inspiring local leaders: https://bit.ly/4dvYZtz #foxcities #foxcitieschamber #ceobreakfast

We have MATCHING FUNDS to take us the rest of the way! This is a very special point in this pledge drive: we are within reach of our goal and have enough matching funds to take us the rest of the way! Meaning, EVERY PLEDGE WILL BE MATCHED, PERIOD! Thanks to matching funds we only need to find $30,000 more in pledges to reach our needed goal. We can do this! Our goal is in sight. And your pledge could be the one to push us over the finish line. We can wrap up this pledge drive soon, we just need you! We’re grateful for everyone of you who have done what you can to preserve this independent radio station. If you haven’t made your pledge yet, we’re asking you to take the time right now to help us get every penny of these matching funds before time runs out! Get your pledge matched, right now at avenueradio.com We are listener powered and what you do makes all the difference!

Join The Avenue and Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate history in the making! This year marks a double celebration - 15 amazing years for The Avenue and an outstanding 150 years for the Fox Cities Chamber. Together, we are honoring other local businesses celebrating their own milestones. Today we begin celebrating Menasha Corporation ! Menasha Corporation is a 175 year-old family-owned company comprised of two businesses: Menasha Packaging Company and ORBIS Corporation. Both are leaders in sustainable packaging and supply chain solutions that help maximize customers’ profits. In their own unique way, each help protect, move, and promote products from major food, beverage, healthcare, pharmaceutical, industrial, and automotive companies. Additionally, Menasha Corporation has a legacy of generosity that began with founder Elisha D. Smith in the nineteenth century. Charitable giving was given a bigger, more formal structure in 1953, with the formation of Menasha Corporation Foundation, our company’s primary source of philanthropy. The Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations and causes in communities across North America, with a focus on making a difference in places where Menasha Corporation has its operations. What drives every grant is the desire to enhance the lives of individuals and build strong communities. Listen to the interview with Chris Dress, President and CEO, starting today through May 4th at the following times: Monday: 9:20am Wednesday: 6:20pm Saturday: 1:20pm

1. Do you appreciate our extensive playlist? 2. Do you love hearing local and regional artists on the air and at our events? 3. Do you support our mission of giving nonprofits unprecedented airtime (144 in 2023)? If any or all of these apply, 91.1 The Avenue would love your support during this spring drive and ALL day match! Help us continue our mission and keep us doing what you (and we) love. Go to avenueradio.com Let it play!

And going strong! Proud to have the Fox Cities Chamber as a valuable partner!

Join The Avenue and Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate history in the making! This year marks a double celebration - 15 amazing years for The Avenue and an outstanding 150 years for the Fox Cities Chamber. Together, we are honoring Think Hallmark Real Estate for their 10 year milestone! Think Hallmark Real Estate prides themselves on their client-focused approach, emphasizing education, ethical standards, and relationship-building. They position themselves as a reliable resource before, during, and after transactions, ensuring they remain your trusted go-to advisor long after you've bought or sold your house. Additionally, Think Hallmark Real Estate has a strong mission of giving back to the community that has supported them all these years. They serve on several fundraising boards, are a host for the Harbor House Amazing Race, and more. Listen to the interview with Kevin Dieck and Tina Schmidt to learn more and see why they were voted runner-up in the Best of the Valley. Monday: 9:20am Wednesday: 6:20pm Saturday: 1:20pm