Broadcasters Foundation of America
Serves Atlanta by phone or online (based in New York, NY).
(212) 373-8250
This is a national charity for people who work or used to work in radio and television. It gives money to broadcasters who cannot work because of a serious illness or family medical crisis, or who are recovering from a disaster. It also gives college scholarships and runs an internship program and networking events. The office is in New York, and you apply online.
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What they offer 8
Events 4
- Info refreshed from their website· Jun 30
Outreach Events
Recurring events listed on the BFOA events page
BFOA holds outreach events across the country to celebrate broadcasting and support its charitable mission.
- Info refreshed from their website· Jun 30
BFOA Gala
Date not announced
The annual gala celebrates leaders in broadcasting and raises funds for BFOA aid programs.
- Info refreshed from their website· Jun 30
BFOA Leadership Breakfast
Date not announced
The Leadership Breakfast is a complimentary NAB Show event that honors broadcast leaders and community service.
- Info refreshed from their website· Jun 30
PJL Golf Tournament
Date not announced
The PJL Golf Tournament is a fundraising golf event tied to NAB Show that supports broadcast colleagues in need.
Past events (2)
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Media Mixers
Wed, Oct 7
Networking evenings for radio and TV professionals, held in different cities. Young professionals can meet peers, on-air talent and industry leaders. The latest one was in Chicago on October 7, 2026.
- Info refreshed from their website· Jun 30
BFOA Celebrity Golf Tournament
Mon, Sep 14 · 9:00 am
A fundraising golf tournament where broadcasters, executives, and celebrities network and raise money for broadcasters in critical need.
Grants
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
BFOA Scholarship Program
Gives needs-based college scholarships to students from broadcast families who are studying broadcasting. The first two winners each got $10,000 for tuition.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Emergency Grant Program
Gives one-time grants to broadcasters who need money to recover from a disaster such as a hurricane, tornado, flood or wildfire.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Monthly Grant Program
Gives money each month to broadcasters who cannot work because of a serious illness or a family medical crisis. The money can help with housing, food, utilities and other daily needs.
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