Media Impact Funders is a membership organization that advances the work of a broad range of funders committed to effective use and support of media in the public interest.

 

Our Work

What is Media Impact Funders?

What exactly do we do here at Media Impact Funders? Glad you asked! We know that our work occupies a somewhat niche space in philanthropy, so here’s a quick explainer from MIF Communications Director Nina Sachdev on how MIF is making a difference in the field of media philanthropy.

News from the Field

The New Realities of Documentary Funding | MIF Network Meeting

September 16, 2025
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Public Media Bridge Fund Q&A Session

September 2, 2025
  • Media Impact Funders

Q&A with MIF’s New Executive Director: Abby Rapoport

August 25, 2025
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The Field of Media Funding

The term “media” now means so much more than just journalism and newspapers. Learn more about the importance of media funding and its role in preserving civil society, the scope of media funding, the history of the field and examples of foundations and their myriad initiatives to support effective media.

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Upcoming Events

As an event-driven organization, we’re constantly bringing changemakers together, whether in-person or online, to make strategic connections with like-minded professionals.

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Safeguarding Media and Journalism: Navigating Legal Boundaries in Media Support and Advocacy

In today’s shifting legal and policy landscape, funders and practitioners face complex questions about what is—and isn’t—permissible when supporting media and journalism. This session will provide practical guidance across two key areas: Initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion: What types of funding are permissible in light of recent legal and policy developments? Advocacy: Clarifying […]

September 16, 2025

MIF Network Call – October

All funders and MIF members are invited to join MIF’s monthly network calls. These calls are on this month’s MIF Network Call. These calls are informal gatherings of media funders featuring presentations, new research, introductions to new funders and open sharing time.  

October 6, 2025

Mapping the Field of Media and Philanthropy: The Latest Data, Networks and Trends

Developed in partnership with Candid (formerly Foundation Center), our media grants data map is a free, interactive mapping and research tool that shows the full scope of philanthropically-funded media projects worldwide since 2009. This tool enables users to see, understand and dig deep into the numbers, networks and trends surrounding media and philanthropy.

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Join our growing network of funders who recognize the value of vibrant and compelling media to educate, inspire, and promote a just society.

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