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A LightPartner is a special 89.9 TheLight supporter who gives monthly to keep hope, encouragement and connection on‑air, every day. For everyone in Melbourne who needs it.

Impact

You are part of something really special in the Light Partner community, sharing hope across our great city.

I’m sure you feel that when you pause and think about it for a moment! But you’ll feel even more inspired when you see some of the incredible impact you’re helping make possible across Melbourne every single day.

Because of faithful supporters like you…

  • More than 750,000 listeners tune into TheLight each month for encouragement, positivity and hope
  • Families continue accessing safe and uplifting content together
  • Prayer requests and listener conversations are responded to with care and compassion
  • Messages of faith, hope and encouragement continue reaching people who may never otherwise hear them

And behind every number is a real person and a real story.

“TheLight helped me feel less alone.”

Pilar first started listening three years ago, when her 10-year-old daughter began struggling with serious mental health challenges. Like so many parents, Pilar and her husband suddenly found themselves exhausted, anxious, uncertain of what to do next to help their little girl.

But in the middle of that difficult season, TheLight became part of their home…

Listen to the full story →

Come behind the scenes with TheLight volunteer prayer team

Every week, compassionate volunteers spend time listening, praying and encouraging listeners who reach out needing support, connection or someone to talk to. Get an inside peek at the prayerful impact you’re supporting.

Meet the prayer team →
TheLight Prayer Team — Together in Prayer

A moment that transformed Danny’s family

Danny messaged TheLight while driving to Melbourne. He was overwhelmed, alone, and honestly… he didn’t know if he was going to make it home safely.

One of our presenters actually read out his message on air, with warmth and care. Danny later told us that that one moment changed everything.

But here’s the incredible part! Danny’s aunt was listening too. She recognised his voice, and after years apart, their family reconnected.

Watch Lucy share Danny’s story →

When you become a Light Partner, you make more moments like these possible…

  • A song that lifts someone up.
  • A message reaches someone who feels alone.
  • A calm voice in anxious moments.
  • Faith and hope remain accessible to anyone who needs them.
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Keep community and connection alive

Here’s something many listeners don’t realise at first:

TheLight is funded by everyday people.

There’s no government funding. No large organisation covering the cost behind the scenes.

Every song, every on-air voice, every message of encouragement exists because people who value TheLight choose to support it. People like you.

You love TheLight. Now you can share it each and every month.

Become a Light Partner
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. —Romans 15:13

Because of you, TheLight keeps shining

Your support as a Light Partner is sharing hope with thousands across Melbourne.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

Why we ask for your support?

At 89.9 TheLight, we’re driven by a God-given vision:

To see every life alight with the love of Jesus.

Every moment you hear on-air, every song, story, competition, message, podcast or community outreach is thoughtfully created with this purpose in mind. Through world-class, transformational and family-friendly Christian radio, we aim to bring hope, encouragement, and truth to hearts across Melbourne and beyond.

But none of this is possible without you.

Your support is the reason we can continue to broadcast messages that uplift, inspire, and share the love of Jesus every day. We’re so grateful to be able to partner with our listener community, because together, we’re changing lives.

To keep this mission going strong, we occasionally reach out for financial support. Whether it’s on-air, in an email, through social media, or via post, every invitation to give is an opportunity to sow into something with eternal impact.

And we promise to always be transparent about where your donation goes, how it’s kept secure, and the real difference your generosity makes.

Where does the money go when I donate to TheLight?

As a not-for-profit, community-funded organisation, PositiveMedia, the home of 89.9 TheLight, relies entirely on the generous support of listeners like you. Unlike commercial stations, we do not receive any government funding, and our on-air sponsorship time is limited to just 5 minutes per hour, significantly less than the 17 minutes you hear on commercial radio.

Your support is essential. It enables us to keep broadcasting positive, family-friendly content across all platforms, on-air, online, social media, and digital channels. This content brings hope, encouragement, and inspiration to people’s lives, helping them find strength and guidance each day.

Thanks to your generosity and faithfulness, we’re able to continue offering this invaluable service, transforming lives and making a real difference in the communities we serve.

How is my donation used?

At 89.9 TheLight, your generosity fuels everything we do. We are deeply committed to good stewardship

Each expense is thoughtfully and rigorously evaluated for value, impact, and alignment with our purpose, ensuring your gift makes a real and lasting difference.

Want to see how your donation helps?

Read the PositiveMedia 2024 Annual Report to explore the impact and transparency behind every dollar.

What impact does my donation help make?

You are changing lives.

Thanks to your faithful partnership, thousands of people across Melbourne and beyond are being encouraged, uplifted, and introduced to the love of Jesus every single day through TheLight’s positive and hope-filled content.

Your generosity creates real transformation. Thank you.

Do you have more questions?

If you have any questions about your donation or how TheLight operates, please feel free to reach out to our friendly Connection Team. We’re here to help!

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes! PositiveMedia Ltd. is endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) by the Australian Taxation Office. That means any donation of $2 or more made by Australian residents is tax-deductible. You’ll receive a receipt for each donation, and a yearly Tax Statement that summarises your generosity, for use at tax time.

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