Join the Signal Society
The Signal Society is KPCR’s listener-supported membership program that strengthens independent radio in the South Bay and Santa Cruz. Sustaining members power everything we do — from live shows and community events to new voices on the air.
Your membership powers:
- → Independent, commercial-free radio on 92.9FM & 101.9FM
- → Local artists, DJs, journalists, and community voices
- → Live shows, events, and ticket giveaways
- → Member perks at 30+ local shops and venues
Membership Levels
Carrier
$5 / month
Keep the signal alive.
Your monthly support covers day-to-day broadcasting costs and gets you into the Signal Society — member discounts, the Signal Dispatch newsletter, and double entries on every ticket giveaway we run.
Become a CarrierAmplifier
$20 / month
Help KPCR grow.
Your support funds new shows, live recordings, and community programming. On top of everything in Carrier, you get a KPCR t-shirt or tote, a studio tour, and priority access to ticket giveaways.
Become a AmplifierTransmitter
$50 / month
Power everything.
Your leadership keeps KPCR’s long-term future intact. You get the full stack — guest DJ hour, your name on site and on-air, exclusive merch, free entry to KPCR events, and an invite to The Annual Gathering.
Become a TransmitterEach level builds on the one before it. Cancel anytime.
Member Benefits
Exclusive offers from cultural spots and neighborhood shops, curated for KPCR Signal Society members.
Record Stores
- Streetlight Records
Weekly discounts for Signal Society members. - Amoeba Music
$3 off any purchase of $5 or more. - Ska Dog Records
10% off all used vinyl + free sticker.
946 B St, Hayward - Vinyl Solution Records
10% off all used vinyl.
151 W 25th Ave, San Mateo - Redwood Records
Discounts for Signal Society members.
Santa Cruz, CA
Concerts & Theatre
- Felton Music Hall
Free tickets to select shows.
Carrier: 1 pair/3 months · Amplifier: 2 pairs · Transmitter: first pick - Broadway San Jose
Early pre-sales and discounted tickets. - 3Below Theaters
Free tickets and giveaways.
288 S Second St, San Jose - The Guild Theatre
Exclusive concert ticket giveaways.
Coffee, Food & Drink
- Chromatic Coffee Co.
10% off all coffee bags and drinks. - Icing on the Cake Los Gatos
10% off same-day baked goods (not valid on merch). - Juice Co. of Los Gatos
10% off all purchases. - The Bywater
10% off your bill (up to $100). - Testarossa Winery
Buy-one-get-one wine tasting ($25–$45 value). - Easy Breezy
10% off in-store · Los Gatos, CA
Bookstores
- Sour Cherry Comics
10% off graphic novels and books (some exclusions).
3187 16th St, San Francisco
Fitness & Beauty
- SPENGA Los Gatos
$100 off Unlimited Membership. - Beaute Bar
15% off services for first-time KPCR members · Los Gatos, CA
Shopping & Services
- Ethos (Los Gatos & Capitola)
10% off all purchases. - Jennifer Croll
$25 off any $100+ purchase. - Sophie’s Dog Walking
Free 30-min walk with two purchased walks. - The Tech Butlers
Discount on first consultation. - Steven Cotton Photography
$50 off in-studio headshots. - Toll House Hotel Los Gatos
15% off Best Available Rate. - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Save up to $30 on ride wristbands.
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