Fraser Valley Community Radio wants you to know they are very much still standing — ten years in and for the future to come.

Now local volunteer DJs are teaming up and hitting the airwaves with an ambitious fundraiser drive to raise $75,000 to build satellite studios in Grand Lake and Kremmling.

Proceeds will be dedicated to overall radio costs, but specifically to facilitate two major goals, according to Anastasia Button, KFFR’s Underwriting and Marketing Director.

Goal one is to bring satellite studios to Grand Lake and Kremmling. This will allow availability for residents who wish to volunteer. Goal two is to secure a translator for signal boosting.

“If awarded, this translator would allow a clear broadcast dial from Berthoud Pass to Rocky Mountain National Park, all the way to Rabbit Ears,” Button said.  

On June 20, KFFR heads west for Kremmling Days to kick off the official fundraising push dedicated to the future satellite studio with broadcast break-ins and community outreach table and tent at town square.

10-year birthday bash on June 10

KFFR 88.3 FM and and KWTR 89.1 FM birthday bash fundraiser party will be held 4–9 p.m. on June 10 at Granby Ranch. Attendees can meet the KFFR board of directors, enjoy a giant community photo with cupcakes, and groove to music by Grateful Dead cover band Shakedown Street.

In past years, KFFR celebrated themed decade themes such as the 80s or 90s. This year’s theme celebrates the unity of opposites to reinforce the community focus that has led to its ongoing success and impact throughout Grand County.

“KFFR’s volunteer DJs built the fundraiser programming for KFFR’s 10th anniversary around a simple idea: mashing up opposite genres to find a common bond — a message that can be used across our county’s geography and social complexities,” the station said in a press release. “Take technical jazz and raw punk rock. One relies on strict musical mastery; the other thrives on pure, unpolished energy and a DIY spirit. On paper, they shouldn’t work together. But on our airwaves, they blend perfectly because both are about pushing boundaries.

“This fundraiser uses that same philosophy to connect Grand County. Our towns have different personalities and geographic gaps, but this radio drive brings us all together under one clear, united voice.

Limited-edition merch will be available, including “10 Years on the Air” hats, zines, stickers, and even a portable FM/Bluetooth radio to make sure you can tune in whenever you want. These items are offered with membership purchases.

Double your impact

Emphasizing the community focus of the event, every donation made from June 7-13 will be matched by local businesses, including:

• The Bowerbird’s Den
• Sagebrush BBQ & Grill
• Sharkey’s Eatery
• Grand County Roastery
• Never Summer Industries
• Camber Brewing Co.
• Pepe Osaka’s Tequila Bar and Grill
• Mountain Market
• One Love Rum Kitchen
• Bob Scott’s Indian Jewelry
• Middle Park Conservation District
• The Backcut: Tree Service Marketing

For a full list of donors and information about the fundraising drive, visit GiveButter.com/kffr2026.

“There’s a huge gratitude and thanks to the DJs who make this radio station special as they have shown some of the best programming ever during our membership drive,” executive director Ryan Wilson said. “I think it’s unusual for a membership drive to have such vital and entertaining programming.

“We’ve been growing since the beginning. Last year’s expansion of the signal has encouraged more of the community to engage. During this drive, there has been an overwhelming amount of support from Fraser to Grand Lake to Kremmling. It is clear that independent local voices on the radio are here to stay.”

As of Monday, the fundraising was at $52,000 (69%) of its $75,000 goal. Learn more or donate at KFFR.org.