Kansas Public Radio raised more than $207,000 for its programs at the spring membership drive.

The spring drive raised about $200,000 last year, said Phillip Wilke, KPR media manager.

Money, which came from membership donations from April 1-8, accounts for one-third of KPR’s budget. The drive attracted 2,001 donators, Wilke said.

“These drives are essential to keeping high quality public radio on the air,” Wilke said. “We have a very loyal and dedicated audience and we appreciate each and every one of them.”

KPR has about 5,000 members. Individuals become members when they donate to KPR, regardless of the amount they donate, Wilke said.

“We’re assuring listeners that they can literally hear their money at work on the air,” Wilke said.