Who We Are
Our Story
Our Mission
To educate, inspire, and connect the people of Northwest Florida through the power of public media.
Emerald Coast PBS is the newest PBS affiliate station in the United States, proudly serving the communities of Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, and Panama City. We are a nonprofit, community-supported public broadcaster committed to providing free, high-quality programming to every household in our region — regardless of income or background.
What Drives Us
Our Core Values
Trusted Journalism
We uphold the highest standards of public broadcasting — fact-based, independent, and free from commercial influence.
Community First
Every decision we make is guided by the needs of the Northwest Florida community we are privileged to serve.
Education for All
From toddlers to seniors, we believe quality educational content should be freely accessible to every person in our region.
Locally Supported
We are funded by viewers like you. Your membership and donations keep us independent, accountable, and on the air.
Our Journey
Station History
The Vision Begins
Community leaders and media advocates in Northwest Florida recognize the need for a local PBS affiliate — a trusted, commercial-free voice for the Gulf Coast.
PBS Affiliation
Emerald Coast PBS officially becomes a PBS affiliate, bringing the full PBS programming lineup — from NewsHour to Sesame Street — to Northwest Florida viewers.
On the Air
With the support of the community, broadcast operations will launch across the communities we serve, including Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa counties and other communities in the region.
Growing Our Reach
Emerald Coast PBS has plans to expand digital streaming, launch community education partnerships, and begin producing original local content reflecting Gulf Coast stories.
Building the Future
With a growing membership base and strong community support, Emerald Coast PBS continues to invest in children's education, lifelong learning, arts and culture, local history, public affairs programming, and community engagement that enriches the Gulf Coast region.
Join Us
Be part of the story.
Emerald Coast PBS is your station. Support us with a donation, become a member, or reach out to learn how you can get involved in public media on the Gulf Coast.