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Austin PBS Membership
Belong to something that matters in Central Texas.
When you become an Austin PBS member, you are not just unlocking benefits. You are investing in trusted local storytelling, lifelong learning, arts and culture, and a public service that shows up for our community every day. Your membership fuels the work you value and connects you more deeply to it.
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What You Get as an Austin PBS Member
Access to More of the Stories You Love
Austin PBS Passport provides extended on-demand access to thousands of episodes from PBS and Austin PBS. Stream acclaimed dramas, documentaries, local programs, and fan favorites anytime, anywhere. Passport is available to members who give at the qualifying level.
Invitations to Special Events and Screenings
Opt in to receive invitations to exclusive screenings, previews, and events designed for families and lifelong learners. These experiences bring the stories off the screen and into your community.
Priority Access at Select Events
Members may receive expedited entry to select events at the Austin Media Center as a thank you for supporting public media. Access is subject to capacity.
Be First to Know: Overheard with Evan Smith Tapings
Opt in to receive early notifications about tapings, giving you the opportunity to secure seats before they are widely released.
Austin City Limits Public Ticket Giveaway Emails
Receive email notifications about public ticket giveaways for Austin City Limits tapings, one of the most iconic live music experiences in the country.
Stay Connected and Informed
The monthly Member e-News delivers updates on upcoming programs, events, and opportunities, plus behind-the-scenes looks at the impact of your support.
Annual Impact Report
See how your membership dollars are put to work across education, journalism, arts, and community engagement in Central Texas.
Why Membership Matters
Austin PBS is community supported and community accountable. Membership ensures that trusted local journalism, educational resources for families, and arts programming remain accessible to everyone, regardless of income.
When you become a member, you are not just watching. You are sustaining a public service. You are strengthening local culture. You are part of the Austin PBS community.
Additional Ways to Support Austin PBS
Donate Your Electronic Device
Turn your unused phone, tablet, or laptop into support for Austin PBS. Through our partnership with Phobio, you can trade in eligible devices, and the value will be donated directly to the station. It’s an easy, sustainable way to give back. Visit Phobio to learn more.
Create Your Estate Plan for Free with Giving Docs
Austin PBS offers access to Giving Docs, a free and secure online tool that helps you create or update your estate plans. This resource makes it simple to document your wishes of leaving Austin PBS in your will. Visit Giving Docs to get started.
Donate Your Vehicle
Have a car, truck, boat, or RV you no longer need? Donating your vehicle to Austin PBS is simple. Just call 855-996-5578 or visit austinpbs.org/car to get started. Your donation helps support public media and may be tax-deductible.