Category: Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 2, 2019

[Mangilao, Guam] —Equipment Upgrades on the way for PBS Guam.

The Guam Educational Telecommunications Corporation, also known as PBS Guam KGTF Channel 12 is pleased to announce that together with the Leon Guerrero Tenorio Administration, PBS Guam’s Acting-Chairman of the Board Donovan Brooks and Station Manager Ina V. Carillo that PBS Guam will be the recipient of $500,000 from The Department of Interior Technical Assistance Program grant.

TAP provides grant funding for short-term projects intended to meet immediate needs that can foster development in: accountability, financial management, economic development, education, energy, management control initiatives, disaster assistance, natural and cultural resources, capacity building, public safety/emergencies, health initiatives, and invasive species management.

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“This is terrific news. Ina Carillo chased down this grant opportunity within weeks of being appointed in January to manage KGTF,” said acting board chairman Donovan Brooks.  “This will help us replace and upgrade studio production gear and make improvements to the studio. It will be a great morale-boost for the station. I would like to thank Gov. Leon Guerrero for sending Ms. Carillo to KGTF.” States Acting Chairman of the Board, Donovan Brooks.

“It’s an exciting time to be at PBS with a new Executive Producer and technical equipment upgrades soon to come, development of new educational local programming is on the way! States Carillo “I thank the grant clearing house and leadership of Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero and Lt. Gov Joshua Tenorio for their commitment to educating our children and assisting us in achieving this milestone.”

“The upgraded equipment would allow PBS Guam to be able to expand its programming to include regular series which focus on the rich culture of the people of Guam, educational and live sports programming and even partner with international and regional visitors who come to Guam to produce content.” States Carillo

This is the first time PBS Guam has applied for the TAP grant.

For more information, contact PBS Guam at 671/734-5483. Find us on Facebook or Instagram @pbsguam or visit our website at www.pbsguam.org

(Mangilao) The people of Guam certainly “Fell in Love” with PBS Guam last night as it held its annual pledge drive. A total of 15 groups of performers donated their time and talent to provide entertainment for the successful event.

The Guam Educational Telecommunications Corporation better known as PBS Guam is happy to announce that with overwhelming support from the community, the unprecedented number of members of the 35^th legislature, cabinet and mayors who came out to support the pledge drive, helped PBS Guam to exceed its fundraising goal of $10,000.

“This event is the first step in a journey to rebuild and rebrand PBS Guam as a first-rate educational destination for the people of Guam and it’s children.” Stated Acting General Manager Ina Carillo. “We are overwhelmed with outpouring of support from the community, and would like to thank all the volunteers, performers and donors. With your continued support, we will achieve our goal of becoming the best Public Broadcasting System in the country.”

As a non-profit, public corporation, the station’s existence relies upon support from community businesses and individuals.  While PBS Guam receives government funding, most of the funds that help run the public television station come from fundraising efforts like this as well as contributions from viewers and corporate support.

For more information, contact PBS Guam at 671/734-5483. Find us on Facebook or Instagram @pbsguam or visit our website at www.pbsguam.org

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(Mangilao, Guam) Sunday, February 17, 2019

PBS BRINGS ON AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER DON MUNA

The Guam Educational Telecommunications Corporation better known as PBS Guam welcomes Don Muna as its producer.  Don Muna, an award-winning producer, writer and director who produced and directed such work as Shiro’s Head (2008), Talent Town (2014) and Banner Bandits (2017).  Don is a ground-breaking pioneer of independent film in the Western Pacific and of the independent cinema movement on Guam. In 2011, together with his brother Kelly Muna, founded the Guam International Film Festival (GIFF) which fosters the art of cultural understanding through the art of filmmaking.  He is also the co-founder of the University of Guam Film Festival.

“I hope to change the face of PBS Guam by bringing excellence to everything this station does.  Don is an excellent producer and I am honored to have him at the station.  I have full faith that together we will bring broadcasting on Guam to a whole new level.” States Ina Carillo, Acting General Manager.

Don Muna states, “For over a decade, I’ve dedicated my life’s work to utilizing media for public service and community outreach. This is because I believe that public media is one of Guam’s most valuable assets; it’s the key to unlocking the minds of our youth. Now that I’ve been given this opportunity to be a part of PBS Guam, I’m eager to propel our success by producing culturally focused, educational content that aims to make a positive impact on our island’s diverse communities.”

For more information, contact PBS Guam at 671/734-5483. Find us on Facebook or Instagram @pbsguam or visit our website at www.pbsguam.org

Children at Guam Memorial Hospital were treated to a surprise Valentine’s Day visit from Clifford the Big Red Dog, PBS Guam announced Thursday. Each child received a special Valentine card  and gift from their famous new friend.

“Clifford, the star of his own PBS show, is an advocate for educational television and wants to let everyone know that PBS Guam is a viable option for their  children’s entertainment,”
the release stated.

The visit was made possible by the staff and management of the Guam Educational Telecommunications Corp., better known as PBS Guam.

“Not only does PBS Guam broadcast the best quality and most educational programs on television for kids, we also move beyond the family living room or tablet to engage and inspire children to  be ready and eager to learn,” said General Manager Ina Carillo.

“It was heartwarming to see smiles from patients, parents and their nurses,” she said. “Sometimes, simple gestures can go a long way to lift your spirit and spark recovery.”

Mascot visits like these bring joy to the kids, said Ruth Sabangan, head nurse at Guam Memorial Hospital. “When our community makes donations like your books and toys, GMH can really focus  on patients’ needs.”

Paying it forward
GMH guest relations coordinator Maria Perez said, “Not only do we  appreciate, but our patients appreciate even the smallest of gestures from our community. We have ‘pay-it-forward’ cases  where groups donate toys and clothes, and the receiver is so touched, they are inspired to pay it forward themselves.”

For more information, call PBS Guam at 671/734-5483. Find them on Facebook or Instagram @pbsguam, or visit their website at www.PBSGuam.org.