Public Broadcasting Service, also known as PBS, is a non-profit organization headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, US. Operating as a tier 1 media tech buyer, the company, founded in 1969, has an estimated 2,380 employees and reported $87.8M in revenue as of 2023. Functioning as an American public broadcaster and non-commercial, free-to-air television network, PBS specializes in broadcast television and radio. It serves as a provider of educational programs to public television stations in the United States, distributing shows such as Nature, Nova, Frontline, PBS News Hour, Washington Week, Masterpiece, American Experience, and children's programs including Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Sesame Street, Barney & Friends, Arthur, Curious George, and The Magic School Bus. Additionally, certain stations provide spillover service to Canada.

2020 Revenue

Founded

1969

Headcount

2,371

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

Non-profit

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On February 20, 2026, a PBS Kids official visited Arkansas as public television supporters intensified a campaign to reverse the state’s decision to sever ties with PBS. This initiative includes a new advocacy group, chaired by two former state first ladies, and features a top PBS leader hosting a public forum. Previously, on February 18, PBS and NPR affiliate stations reported that they remained largely operational after seven months, despite cuts to federal funding. Earlier on February 18, PBS announced a deal to air "The Great Irish Song Book," an hour-long television special by the traditional Irish music band Dervish, across the United States starting February 27, 2026, a milestone secured by the band in December.

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Public Broadcasting Service's revenues were less than $100M in 2023. Caretta Research has split Public Broadcasting Service's revenue into 3 different product categories, the largest of which is linear (thematic channel groups). For full access to Public Broadcasting Service's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.
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