DONATE TODAY TO SUPPORT PEOPLE-POWERED RADIO
Written by 3MDR on June 22, 2026
Community Radio 3MDR is People Powered — fuelled by the volunteers who show up, the musicians who share their art, and the listeners who tune in every day.
But behind every broadcast, there are real bills to pay. That’s why we’re calling on our community to dig deep before June 30 and support our End of Financial Year Donation Drive.
As a proudly independent, not-for-profit station, 3MDR relies on your generosity to keep diverse voices, local music, and grassroots stories on air. Every donation — big or small — helps power more than 50 weekly programs, supports emerging artists, and keeps 3MDR a vital part of the Dandenong Ranges and beyond. Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible. Give what you can at 3mdr.com/donate.
People powered. Community driven. Grassroots and independent.
Donate today to support your community radio station.
What do donations help to pay for?
Community Development & Engagement Projects
Live Music Programs
Running costs – electricity, internet
Equipment upkeep
Building maintenance
Rent – for our studios and our transmitter site
Wages and volunteer expenses
Presenter training
Other ways to donate:
In person: Drop in to the station @ Forest Park Homestead, 1 Riley Road Upwey during business hours
By post: Post your cheque/money order made out to Mountain District Radio Inc to PO Box 1229, Upwey, VIC, 3158
By phone: Call 03 9752 5637 to pay by credit card.
By direct deposit: You can also pay directly into our bank account. Please contact us by phone or email [[email protected]] for details.
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