Funders
Funders may be foundations, companies, academic institutions or other sources of grants, stipends, fellowships or in-kind services to support local journalism.
New Media Ventures
Three funding pools: Action fund 501c4 designated for supporting political action startups political grantmaking and products Education fund 501c3 earmarked for entrepreneur support Educational programs & operational costs Innovation fund … Last updated November 10, 2022
New Mexico Local News Fund
The New Mexico Local News Fund works with community members and journalists who believe that local journalism is crucial for our communities. NMLNF raises funds to support local news providers and … Last updated May 30, 2022
New Rising Ventures
New Rising Ventures is the 501(c)(3) affiliate of New Media Ventures. New Rising Ventures supports early-stage, nonpartisan entrepreneurs and activists transforming our democracy through innovation and bridges a critical gap … Last updated June 11, 2025
News Leaders’ Association
NLA is the result of a merger between the American Society of News Editors (ASNE) and the Associated Press Media Editors (APME). Their stated mission is to: a. Advocate for the values of … Last updated May 30, 2022
News Revenue Hub
The News Revenue Hub helps it members implement fundraising models, automate time consuming processes, conduct experiments, adopt best practices, and more. It takes care of the heavy lifting so it members can focus on … Last updated March 28, 2022
Northwestern University
The Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications at Northwestern University offers innovative teaching and research that focuses on enduring skills and values as well as new techniques and … Last updated March 23, 2026
NOVA Institute for Health of People Places and Planet
The Nova Institute for Health is a heart-centered think tank that takes action for the good of people, places, and the planet. … Last updated May 29, 2023
Oak Foundation
Since Oak Foundation was founded in 1983, it has made over 4,650 grants to not-for-profits across the globe. It partners with organizations that work to advance the foundation’s overall mission and the strategic … Last updated March 28, 2022
Oklahoma Watch
Through investigative, fact-driven journalism, Oklahoma Watch digs deep and examines significant issues that face the state. Their work engages all Oklahomans, amplifies the discussion of important issues with the aim of affecting … Last updated May 30, 2022
One World Media Trust
One World Media is a non-profit organisation founded over 30 years ago by a group of journalists who recognised international reporting at that time was limited and often reinforcing stereotypes. … Last updated November 26, 2022
Online News Association
The Online News Association is the world’s largest digital journalism association. Membership includes journalists, technologists, executives, students, educators and other digital media professionals. ONA’s mission is to inspire and support … Last updated June 29, 2022
Open Society Foundations
The Open Society Foundations, founded by George Soros, are the world’s largest private funder of independent groups working for justice, democratic governance, and human rights. They provide thousands of grants … Last updated November 26, 2022
Outrider
Outrider supports multimedia storytelling about nuclear threats and climate change. They partner with creators, thought leaders, and news organizations to explain how smart policy can sustain a safe and livable … Last updated March 23, 2026
PBS Frontline Local Journalism Initiative
FRONTLINE is supporting local and regional news organizations that are conducting investigative journalism projects in their communities. Its partners in 2020 include newsrooms in Tampa Bay, New Mexico, Oklahoma City, … Last updated May 30, 2022
PEN America
PEN America stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression in the United States and worldwide. It champions the freedom to write, recognizing the power … Last updated May 30, 2022
Point Park University
At Point Park, Pittsburgh’s only Downtown university, you’ll engage in a more active, more real, more professional education. You’ll have professors who teach from their own real-world experience when you … Last updated May 30, 2022
Press On
Press On is a collective of journalists, storytellers, and organizers rooted in, and practicing solidarity with, oppressed communities that birth social movements. It is based in the South, and it strives … Last updated March 27, 2022
ProPublica
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Pulitzer Center
Organization dedicated to raising awareness of underreported global issues. Direct funder who supports all platforms. “Largest single source of money for global enterprise reporting.” Fund 150 affiliate partners and support … Last updated March 18, 2022
Radio Television Digital News Foundation (RTDNF)
The Radio Television Digital News Foundation (RTDNF), a 501(c)3 educational foundation, offers education and leadership development around the country to empower journalists with the tools they need to be news … Last updated April 13, 2022