Dear Friends,
A Personal Message from Our Chairman
As Chairman of Carolina Catholic Radio, AM1270 WCGC Belmont/Charlotte, I wanted to personally reach out following our recent listener survey. Over the past seven years, this station has become a meaningful Catholic voice—serving listeners in Belmont and throughout the greater Charlotte area. That impact has grown even further with the addition of our digital media platforms. I am deeply grateful for the role this station has played—and for the support that has made it possible.
✝️ A Pivotal Moment
Today, we are at an important and pivotal moment in the life of this station.
We are actively working through a transition designed to strengthen and secure Catholic radio across Belmont, Charlotte, and beyond. This is not about stepping back—it’s about building forward in a more sustainable and impactful way.
📡 Looking Ahead
In the months ahead, we are focused on:
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Expanding local programming and outreach
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Building new partnerships across the region
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Strengthening the station’s foundation for long-term stability
This includes developing relationships with Belmont Abbey College and Divine Mercy Radio, helping bring even more Catholic content to listeners throughout the greater Charlotte area.
🌎 A Broader Vision
As we take these steps, our vision is growing as well:
To build a strong and lasting Catholic radio presence not just in Belmont and Charlotte—but across the Carolinas.
🙏 A Personal Invitation
At moments like this, the support of our community matters more than ever.
If this station has been meaningful to you, I invite you to be part of this next chapter.
Our goal is to raise $25,000 in the coming weeks to strengthen and sustain Catholic radio across our region.
“Many listeners have already stepped forward to support this next chapter.”
❤️ Why This Matters
“Listening each morning has strengthened my faith in ways I didn’t expect.”
Catholic radio reaches people in quiet but powerful ways—often when they need it most. Your support helps ensure that continues—across our entire region.
📊 Make Your Impact
🙏 Help Keep Catholic Radio Alive Across Belmont & Charlotte
We’re building a stronger future for Catholic radio across our region—and your support right now makes it possible.
For years, this station has been a steady Catholic voice in Belmont and reaching listeners throughout the greater Charlotte area.
Today, we’re taking the next step—strengthening and expanding this mission so it can continue serving our community for years to come.
Your Support Makes This Possible
Your gift helps:
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Keep Catholic radio on the air each day
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Expand programming across Belmont & Charlotte
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Support new partnerships and outreach
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Build a lasting Catholic voice across the Carolinas
Choose Your Impact
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$35 — Helps keep the station on the air
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$75 ⭐ Most Popular — Supports weekly programming across our region
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$150 — Expands Catholic programming across Belmont & Charlotte
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$300 — Sustains the station for a full week
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$500 — Strengthens long-term outreach
📻 What to Listen for This Week
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Continued daily programming you know and trust
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Updates as new regional partnerships take shape
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Growing opportunities for more local content
🤝 Looking Ahead
Our goal is simple:
Keep this mission alive, strengthen it, and build a Catholic voice that serves Belmont, Charlotte, and the Carolinas for years to come.
Thank you for your continued prayers and support.
It is a privilege to serve in this role, and I look forward to what lies ahead.
In Christ,
David M. Papandrea, OFS
Founder & Chairman
Carolina Catholic Media Network
