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About us
Rocky Mountain Public Media is Colorado’s largest membership organization, with supporters in every county, making it a vital civic and cultural asset for generations of Coloradans. In a time of division, media mistrust, and rapid change, RMPM plays a crucial role as a trusted, inclusive, and community-driven media hub. We bring people together to share ideas, learn from one another, and feel connected to something bigger than ourselves.
Through RMPBS, KUVO JAZZ, and The Drop 104.7, RMPM reflects the full diversity of our state—offering educational resources for kids and families, trusted news and information for communities large and small, a stage for local artists, and stories that build bridges to empathy and understanding. Whether through public television, community radio, or digital content, RMPM makes space for everyone to be seen, heard, and valued.
Together with you, we strengthen our communities, and our democracy by offering information we can trust. We support learning across a lifetime. We preserve and uplift Colorado’s history and cultural heritage. And we help newcomers and long-time residents alike feel a deeper sense of connection and belonging.
At our heart, RMPM is not just media—with you, we are something bigger. We can connect communities, co-create a better vision of the future, and ensure we all take collective care. That’s why we're not just important to you—we are essential to Colorado.
Community impact
Rocky Mountain Public Media, home to Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz and TheDrop303, exists because of you and we care what you think. We get excited each time you watch one of the stories our journalists share about Colorado's communities, join us at an event especially crafted for you, or tune in for the music we take time to curate with you in mind. Your feedback guides and inspires us, and we’re proud to share the impact of public media through your voices.
We want to hear from you. If you have a story about how our brands have impacted your life or someone you know, how we’ve shown up in your community or shared a story you found valuable, please email us at connect@rmpbs.org.
Community Impact Report
What is it
Federal funds, distributed through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, keep public media free and accessible statewide. These dollars power trusted local journalism, award-winning children’s programs, and the emergency alert system that reaches even Colorado’s most remote communities.
What is at risk
When federal funding is uncertain, the future of local programming in Colorado becomes less secure. Reduced or lost funds could mean scaled-back services or station closures, limiting access to free, high-quality information and educational resources. For many Coloradans—particularly those living in remote or underserved communities—Rocky Mountain Public Media is a vital link to cultural events, statewide news, and civic engagement opportunities.
How you can help
Public media is facing its most serious threat yet. Decisions that could shut down Rocky Mountain Public Media would cut off essential services Coloradans rely on every day.
Rocky Mountain Public Media ensures lifesaving information, local storytelling that keeps us connected, and community news no one else covers. Without it, these lifelines could disappear.
Learn more at Protect My Public Media.
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Our story
Rocky Mountain PBS began in Denver in 1956 as Colorado's first public television station. It is now Colorado's only statewide television network, with stations in Denver, Pueblo/Colorado Springs, Steamboat Springs, Grand Junction and Durango.
Rocky Mountain Public Media is Colorado’s largest statewide, member-supported, multimedia organization.
Mission
Why we exist
Rocky Mountain Public Media exists to strengthen the civic fabric of Colorado through public media.
Vision
Where we are headed
A Colorado where everyone feels seen and heard.
Core Values
How we deliver
Building cultural bridges:
We believe in celebrating other cultures and traditions different from our own to have cross cultural communication.
Culture is something everybody has:
We recognize that everybody views the world from their own cultural lens that may differ depending on one’s culture
Actively engage multiple perspectives:
We believe in the importance of bringing all perspectives to the table.
Co-responsibility:
We believe in moving past self-interests and embracing community-building.
Head, Heart, Hands, Healing:
We approach everything with our heads, hands and heart to help heal.
Rocky Mountain Public Media (RMPM) is Colorado's leading public media organization, dedicated to strengthening the civic fabric of our communities. As the umbrella entity for Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop, RMPM provides a diverse range of informative and entertaining content across television, radio, and digital platforms. With a commitment to education, culture, and public affairs, RMPM serves as a vital community resource, fostering engagement, promoting understanding, and connecting Coloradans to the world around them and to one another.
KUVO Jazz broadcasts a rich mix of traditional and contemporary jazz, blues, and Latin jazz, KUVO is dedicated to promoting the vibrant culture and history of jazz. Serving as both a platform for established artists and a spotlight for emerging talent, KUVO Jazz goes beyond the airwaves, engaging the community with live performances, artist interviews, and educational initiatives.
The Drop is Denver's premier station for R&B and Hip Hop. Known as 'The People's Station,' The Drop delivers a mix of timeless classics and today's top hits. Beyond its musical offerings, The Drop is a vibrant community connector, promoting local engagement and celebrating the diverse tapestry of culture and arts in the region.
Rocky Mountain PBS (RMPBS) delivers thought-provoking documentaries, local news coverage, educational children's programming, and a curated selection of national and international shows. Dedicated to fostering a well-informed and connected community, RMPBS goes beyond broadcasting, offering digital resources, community events, and initiatives that inspire, educate, and engage audiences of all ages.