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TV Underwriting on WNMU-TV in Northern Michigan
WNMU-TV studio production behind the scenes in Northern Michigan

Promote your business on public television while supporting trusted PBS programming across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

or call 906-227-9668 to speak with our team

Promote Your Business on WNMU-TV

Underwriting on WNMU-TV connects your business with engaged viewers across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula while supporting trusted PBS programming. Your organization receives on-air recognition that builds visibility, credibility, and community goodwill.

WNMU-TV offers underwriting opportunities for businesses looking to promote their brand on public television across Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. Through primetime and program sponsorships, underwriters connect with engaged PBS audiences while supporting educational and community-focused programming. Learn more about ways to support WNMU-TV on our Support page

See WNMU-TV in Action

A look at the local programming, production, and community impact your business supports through underwriting.

See how WNMU-TV connects businesses with viewers through public television underwriting and local programming.

What is TV Underwriting?

Underwriting is a form of sponsorship on public television. Businesses and organizations receive on-air recognition in exchange for supporting programming.

Unlike traditional advertising, underwriting messages are designed to inform and acknowledge support—helping build brand awareness and trust with audiences.

WNMU-TV control room during live television broadcast production

Why Underwrite on WNMU-TV?

  • Reach a loyal, educated audience across Northern Michigan
  • Align your brand with trusted PBS programming
  • Strengthen your community presence
  • Stand out with limited on-air competition
  • Choose flexible options to match your marketing goals and budget
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Underwriting Opportunities

Primetime Underwriting

Position your business during WNMU-TV’s most-watched hours.

Your message airs alongside popular evening programs like Nature, NOVA, Masterpiece, and Antiques Roadshow. Explore our program schedule to see what’s currently airing.

 Best for: broad visibility and brand awareness.

Program Underwriting

Support the programs that align with your audience.

Sponsor specific shows that reflect your brand—whether focused on science, history, arts, or children’s programming.

Best for: targeted engagement and long-term brand alignment.

Primetime vs. Program Underwriting

FeaturePrimetime UnderwritingProgram Underwriting
Audience ReachBroad, high-volumeTargeted, program-specific
SchedulingEvening primetimeFlexible
Brand ExposureMaximum visibilityFocused alignment
Ideal ForAwareness campaignsStrategic targeting

Ready to promote your business on WNMU-TV?

👉 Contact us today to explore underwriting options.

or call 906-227-9668 to speak with our team

Guests and staff on WNMU-TV community program Ask the Veterinarians

Our Underwriting Partners in Northern Michigan

WNMU-TV partners with local businesses, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and financial institutions across Northern Michigan and Wisconsin. Our underwriting partners help make WNMU-TV programming possible while connecting with engaged local audiences. 

The Ray and Peg Hirvonen Foundation underwriting partner supporting WNMU-TV
Superior Health Foundation supporting public television in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Island Resort and Casino underwriting partner on WNMU-TV
UP Health System Marquette supporting WNMU-TV programming
Michigan Animal Health Foundation supporting WNMU-TV community programming
Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship supporting public television in Northern Michigan
Michigan Association of CPAs underwriting partner on WNMU-TV
Financial Planning Association Michigan supporting WNMU-TV underwriting
Snyder’s underwriting partner on WNMU-TV

Join these organizations in supporting WNMU-TV. Contact us to create an underwriting plan tailored to your business.

or call 906-227-9668 to speak with our team

Community volunteers supporting WNMU-TV programming in Northern Michigan

Make an Impact in Your Community

Your support helps WNMU-TV provide:

  • Educational programming for children and families
  • Local productions and community storytelling
  • Access to PBS programming across the Upper Peninsula

Underwriting is more than promotion—it’s a meaningful investment in the region we serve.

Start Underwriting with WNMU-TV

Ready to promote your business and support public media? Contact us to create a customized underwriting plan.

📞 Call: 906-227-9668 or 906-227-1300
🌐 Visit: wnmutv.nmu.edu/support/
📩 Email us to create a customized underwriting plan

More Ways to Contribute to WNMU-TV:

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