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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
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MIF represents a growing network of changemakers in the media funding space.

Our members and supporters have access to valuable resources—programs, webinars, in-person events, research and more—that encourage the most effective use of media to achieve their philanthropic and programmatic goals, and to understand and maximize the impact of their work.

We are an amplifier of quality media:

  • We tailor programming that explores a broad range of issues and opportunities in the media funding field
  • We facilitate peer collaborations and resource-sharing to create or expand media effectiveness
  • We inform funders’ decision-making with convenings focused on best practices in impact assessment, along with a highly curated selection of impact assessment tools, analyses and research
  • We offer extensive staff and board expertise on best practices and funding models
  • We collaborate with other philanthropy serving organizations to showcase the power and impact of storytelling through media
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    We know that media innovation and social change don’t happen in a vacuum; you need the time and space to discuss your work with your peers.

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

    The annual journalism funders meeting, which Media Impact Funders has helped to convene over the last few years, is aimed at strengthening connections among members of this network and giving funders ample opportunities to discuss their current work among peers. Learn more about the Journalism Funders Network.

    We also work with you to create topic-focused programs that reflect your interests. Learn more about how you can work with MIF to bring a screening or media-related panel to your conference or convening.

  • A hub for maximizing and understanding impact.

    Media is one of the most powerful tools for social change, and we know it’s at the nexus of your work.

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    As such, we’ve developed tools that aim to help you better target your future contributions. Our media grants data map, produced in collaboration with the Foundation Center, will show you what’s being funded, and where. The mapping and research tool enables you to dig deep into the numbers, networks and trends surrounding media and philanthropy—and plan for what’s next.

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    We are information hunters, gatherers and disseminators for the growing fields of media and philanthropy.

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    Our website and monthly newsletters offer you thoughtfully curated news and perspectives from the field, profiles of important media projects created and/or supported by our members, funder spotlights and more.

    With a research team that regularly reports on and tracks the latest tools and trends, we also serve as a knowledge hub for the field of impact assessment.

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