Corporation for Public Broadcasting

Washington, United States

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is a private, nonprofit corporation that distributes federal funds to public broadcasting stations throughout the United States, supporting national public radio and television programming.

CCI Score

50.05

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

CPB Upholds Democratic Media Amid Political Attacks

In response to former President Trump's call to defund NPR and PBS, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) remains a steadfast supporter of non-partisan public broadcasting. CPB continues to distribute federal funds ethically to ensure diverse, balanced, and fact-based public media, resisting pressures that seek to undermine democratic discourse.

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LEADER

Corporation for Public Broadcasting is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

MAR

25

2025

CPB Upholds Democratic Media Amid Political Attacks
71.25

In response to former President Trump's call to defund NPR and PBS, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) remains a steadfast supporter of non-partisan public broadcasting. CPB continues to distribute federal funds ethically to ensure diverse, balanced, and fact-based public media, resisting pressures that seek to undermine democratic discourse.
MAR

25

2025

Federal Funding Bolsters Public Media in Alaska
84.68

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting channels federal funds into local media, ensuring diverse, high-quality public broadcasting that strengthens democratic infrastructure and community resilience, as seen with KTOO's support.
+90

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

CPB demonstrates exemplary public and political behavior by responsibly stewarding federal funds to maintain non-commercial, unbiased public media that reinforce democratic values and community service.

Federal Funding - KTOO
+85

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 25

As a nonprofit entity, CPB adheres to ethical standards by transparently allocating over 70% of federal funds directly to local stations, minimizing bureaucratic overhead and potential conflicts of interest.

Federal Funding - KTOO
+80

Technology and Services Impact

March 25

CPB supports the technological backbone of public broadcasting, including critical services like the Emergency Alert System, thereby promoting reliable and accessible communications that are crucial during crises.

Federal Funding - KTOO
+85

Economic and Structural Influence

March 25

By structurally supporting local news operations through federal funding, CPB plays a critical role in sustaining regional media ecosystems and reinforces economic stability in the public media sector.

Federal Funding - KTOO
MAR

19

2025

Legislative Threats to Federal Funding and CPB's Role in Safeguarding Public Media
70.90

The article highlights recent legislative challenges aimed at cutting federal funding to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, emphasizing CPB’s critical role in supporting independent, non-partisan public media and promoting democratic values.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

Corporation for Public Broadcasting supports independent media through its federal funding distribution. Its role in maintaining a non-partisan public service is vital in countering legislative efforts designed to undermine democratic discourse. This strong public and political behavior enhances civic resilience against authoritarian influences.

CURRENT THREATS TO PUBLIC MEDIA - New York Public Radio
+70

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 25

CPB demonstrates ethical responsibility by transparently managing and distributing federal funds to support a diverse and independent media landscape. Their practices reinforce the public trust and serve as a counterbalance to politically motivated funding cuts.

CURRENT THREATS TO PUBLIC MEDIA - New York Public Radio
+60

Technology and Services Impact

March 25

By funding public broadcast technologies and services, CPB underpins media platforms that provide vital news and emergency information. This moderate positive score reflects the importance of supporting accessible communication infrastructures against rising disinformation and media polarization.

CURRENT THREATS TO PUBLIC MEDIA - New York Public Radio
+75

Economic and Structural Influence

March 25

CPB plays a structurally important role by ensuring consistent federal investment in public media. Its mandate helps maintain a resilient media infrastructure that supports democratic participation, thereby offsetting economic pressures and political maneuvers aimed at consolidating power.

CURRENT THREATS TO PUBLIC MEDIA - New York Public Radio
FEB

12

2025

Political Pressure Against CPB: Defunding Public Broadcasting in the Face of Bias Accusations
71.43

Sen. Mike Lee’s campaign to defund NPR and PBS is a politically charged attack aimed at dismantling public broadcasting. As CPB continues to distribute federal funds to support independent media, this maneuver, backed by figures such as Elon Musk in a Trump administration effort, underscores an authoritarian attempt to curtail diverse voices in media. CPB's role in ensuring balanced, nonpartisan public broadcasting stands in opposition to these defunding efforts.
+75

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

Within the realm of Public and Political Behavior, CPB is portrayed positively as a guardian of independent, publicly funded media. Despite politically motivated attacks claiming bias, CPB’s role in upholding nonpartisan public broadcasting solidifies its commitment to democratic values. This event highlights authoritarian attempts to undermine balanced news and reinforces CPB's positive impact in resisting such pressures.

Sen. Mike Lee pushes to defund NPR, PBS over bias accusations
+70

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 25

Addressing Media Influence and Propaganda, CPB’s funding of NPR and PBS plays a crucial role in maintaining an independent media landscape. The current political narrative pushing defunding is an attempt to suppress balanced reporting and promote partisan propaganda. CPB’s support for diverse, fact-based content counters this authoritarian impulse, positioning its influence as a bulwark against repressive media practices.

Sen. Mike Lee pushes to defund NPR, PBS over bias accusations
NOV

03

2024

Groups Call for New Leadership at CPB Amid Ethical Violations
-55.15

An Inspector General's report revealed unethical practices at CPB, including political tests in hiring and partisan appointments, prompting groups like Free Press and Common Cause to demand a leadership overhaul to restore transparency and accountability.
-60

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

The Inspector General’s report exposed CPB’s reliance on politically charged hiring practices, including the use of 'political tests' and partisan appointments. These actions compromise the independence of public broadcasting, eroding public trust and aligning with authoritarian tendencies.

Groups call for new leadership at CPB after report reveals ethical violations and political tests in hiring
-55

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 25

CPB’s secretive and ethically questionable hiring process, including the political testing of candidates and appointment of partisan leaders, represents a serious breach of ethical responsibility. This undermines the credibility and fairness expected of a public service organization.

Groups call for new leadership at CPB after report reveals ethical violations and political tests in hiring
DEC

12

2023

CPB Diversity Policy Revision Under Political Scrutiny
57.18

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) revised its CSG diversity requirements, replacing a detailed posting mandate with a simpler Community Representation Statement. While facing allegations from Sen. Ted Cruz that the change compromises commitment to diversity, CPB maintains that the move is designed to ease compliance for stations without diluting its focus on diversity and inclusion.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 25

CPB’s approach in revising its diversity policy amidst politically charged scrutiny reflects a commitment to uphold diverse and inclusive public broadcasting. Despite facing politically motivated criticism from Sen. Ted Cruz, the decision to simplify requirements is aimed at assisting stations in compliance while safeguarding DEI values.

CPB faces scrutiny from Ted Cruz over diversity policy
+60

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 25

By simplifying the compliance requirements for its Community Service Grant program, CPB seeks to reduce administrative burdens on diverse public broadcasters while still promoting ethical practices and commitment to diversity. This pragmatic change is presented as a measure to support stations operationally, even though it has drawn criticism from certain political figures.

CPB faces scrutiny from Ted Cruz over diversity policy