Funding

Grant:

A grant is a way the government funds your ideas projects to provide public services and stimulate the economy. Grants support critical recovery initiatives, innovative research, and many other programs listed in the catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA). Financial assistance given by charitable organisations (also known grant giving funds) to people in need. Grants can be given as money, products or services that don't have to be paid back.

Advertising: 

Advertising is a big part in radio drama especially to local businesses or  nation advertisers will help with funding. Advertisers will try to reach to the target audience especially if its beneficial to what they're trying to sell, making specific radio station important for them.

Sponsorship:

Sporships are vitaal for radio stations. They provide revenue, support, operations and enhance credibility.

I'll want sponsorships that are sports related, Educationally related or ones that support the youth. I'll name every sponsor at the beginning of the episode.

Crowdfunding:

These platforms could be used to raise the funding for the actual radio drama. It'll also give the drama some sort of recognition towards it as people will want to know more about the show they're investing money into. Platforms such as KickStarter and GoFundMe can be seen as very useful and help with these type of things.

With certain amount of donations will come different gifts given to the audience such as exclusives and merchandise

Partnerships:

I'll do partnerships with local schools, clubs, or community clubs that may be interested in supporting the radio drama and helping out financially if possible.