About Us
Through music and stories created for a culturally open-minded community, Radio Milwaukee is a catalyst for creating a better, more inclusive and engaged Milwaukee.
We love Milwaukee.
Our city isn’t perfect. What city is? But we believe in Milwaukee — as it is today, and in its potential to become even better. That’s why Radio Milwaukee exists. To be a catalyst for creating a better, more inclusive and engaged Milwaukee.
We champion Milwaukee — our music, arts and culture, neighborhoods and community organizations. We celebrate diversity and encourage community engagement. We aspire to be a force that breaks down barriers and brings people together.
We pursue our mission on the air, online and in the community.
Frequently asked questions
- About membership: Learn how to join and the benefits you'll receive.
- Got music? If you're a band and want us to consider playing your music on the radio, learn how to submit your music.
- Got an event? Add it to our calendar — for free!
- Want to hear a song? Here's how to make a request.
- Want to host an event? Find out more about renting our space for your event.
MPS and Radio Milwaukee
On a rare evening, you might hear something on 88Nine that sounds way different than usual. On those nights, we’re airing the monthly Board of Directors meetings of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), as well as special meetings of the full Board.
Why? Because MPS owns the license to 88.9 WYMS. Some of you might remember that MPS used to operate WYMS as a jazz station. Then, in 2007, we entered into a long-term agreement to independently operate WYMS — and Radio Milwaukee was born.
Monthly Board meetings are televised on Time-Warner Channel 14 and streamed live. If you’re interested in listening to the Board’s committee meetings, you can access the live stream on the MPS Boardcast page.
Our home
Sure, it’s a workplace. But we like to think of Radio Milwaukee’s studios as a “town square” — a centerpiece of music, cultural and social happenings. A gathering spot for a diverse community.
That’s why we regularly open our doors to the public to discuss important issues, enjoy 414 Music Live and Studio Milwaukee Sessions, and to celebrate special events.
We moved into our Walker’s Point studios in August 2013, thanks to the generosity of so many in our community. They launched the Sound Foundation Campaign in 2012 and raised more than $3 million, surpassing a goal that allowed us to acquire and renovate the fabulous space we now occupy.
Financial management
We know that to pursue our mission — to help create a better, more inclusive and engaged Milwaukee — we must manage our finances responsibly. And we do.
As a 501(c)3 organization, Radio Milwaukee is supported by members, donors, underwriters, community partners and volunteers. Under the guidance of our board of directors, we practice generally accepted accounting principles and believe in transparency.
Please learn more about our organization by reading these reports. You can also access our public file.
2022 Impact Report
Previous Impact Reports
Financial statements
- 2023 Audit Report
- 2022 Audit Report
- 2021 Audit Report
- 2020 Audit Report
- 2019 Audit Report
- 2018 Audit Report