New Research Spotlight
Philanthropy’s growing role in American journalism: A new study reveals increased funding and ethical considerations
A new study conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago in partnership with Media Impact Funders and The Lenfest Institute for Journalism that examines the role of philanthropy in American journalism found strong growth in support for nonprofit news over the past five years, an increase in funding to for-profit newsrooms, and a growing focus on communities of color.
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Philanthropy’s growing role in American journalism: A new study reveals increased funding and ethical considerations

Events Calendar

September
28–29

2023 Online News Association Conference (ONA23) – Online Edition

Experience the online edition of #ONA23. The 2023 Online News Association Conference gathers the world’s most engaging minds in digital media for an unparalleled blend of learning, networking and inspiration. Dozens of workshops and interactive panels deliver best practices and the latest trends in five areas: Audience development and metrics Emerging technology Innovative news storytelling Leadership […]

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September
29–30

2023 New Mexico Local News Summit

Join the New Mexico Local News Fund for the first New Mexico Local News Summit, bringing together news publishers, journalists, funders, policy-makers, educators, and more interested parties to discuss ways to strengthen the news ecosystem and support democracy. Come prepared to listen, think, contribute, interact and connect with other attendees as we consider ways to […]

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October
11–12

2023 Journalism Funders Gathering

  Our in-person experience is sold out, but you can join via livestream! Please note: Only the mainstage presentations will be livestreamed. Livestream participants will not be able to access the concurrent sessions. JFunders, our annual gathering of journalism funders, will take place Oct. 11-12 at the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice in New […]

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November
2–5

Double Exposure Film Festival

Double Exposure is the United States’ first and only film festival dedicated to investigative reporting on film. It pairs four days of film screenings with a professional symposium that brings together watchdog journalists and filmmakers venturing into investigative storytelling. For its ninth season, DX returns as a fully in-person event in Washington, DC. DX screens […]

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November
13

JFunder Network call – November

JFunder Network Calls are an opportunity to share what your organization is doing, learn about collaborative efforts from your peers, and stay connected to what’s happening in the field. If you’d like to present an update on your work or want to bounce an idea off your colleagues, let us know. Email MIF Membership Engagement […]

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January
16

JFunder Network call – January

JFunder Network Calls are an opportunity to share what your organization is doing, learn about collaborative efforts from your peers, and stay connected to what’s happening in the field. If you’d like to present an update on your work or want to bounce an idea off your colleagues, let us know. Email MIF Membership Engagement […]

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March
11

JFunder Network call – March

JFunder Network Calls are an opportunity to share what your organization is doing, learn about collaborative efforts from your peers, and stay connected to what’s happening in the field. If you’d like to present an update on your work or want to bounce an idea off your colleagues, let us know. Email MIF Membership Engagement […]

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April
15

JFunder Network call – April

JFunder Network Calls are an opportunity to share what your organization is doing, learn about collaborative efforts from your peers, and stay connected to what’s happening in the field. If you’d like to present an update on your work or want to bounce an idea off your colleagues, let us know. Email MIF Membership Engagement […]

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May
13

JFunder Network call – May

JFunder Network Calls are an opportunity to share what your organization is doing, learn about collaborative efforts from your peers, and stay connected to what’s happening in the field. If you’d like to present an update on your work or want to bounce an idea off your colleagues, let us know. Email MIF Membership Engagement […]

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