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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
Our Work Collaborative Events

MIF will work with you to host a special screening, webinar or media-focused panel for your network.

Work with us. We know the power of storytelling through media.

If you are a foundation or a philanthropy-serving organization (PSO) that would like to collaborate on a panel, workshop, webinar, screening, or simply need help connecting with a speaker, we want to hear from you. Email our program director at programs@mediafunders.org to get started.

Please note: All program ideas are subject to review, and final decisions are based on organizational priorities, budgets, other activities already scheduled, and staff time. We will work with you to make sure the ideas selected offer the best possible experiences for your audience.

We’ve outlined some guidelines to help manage expectations:

Guidelines
  • Hosting a collaborative in-person program or webinar.

    Submit an event

    To submit an event, email our program director at programs@mediafunders.org

    1. Planning.

    We need an eight-week lead time to help plan and execute the program.

    1. Cost related to the program.

    (catering, travel, equipment, etc.) will be decided on a case-by-case basis in collaboration with the partner.

    1. Promotion.

    We will publicize the event to our network by posting to the events section of our website, including the event in our monthly newsletter, and sending an e-blast to our funder network list. We will also share the event on our social media channels and/or live tweet, if appropriate.

  • Curating a screening, panel, workshop or keynote speaker at your conference.

    Submit an event

    To submit an event, email our program director at programs@mediafunders.org

    1. Planning.

    We need a 12-week lead time to help plan and execute the program.

    1. Cost related to program.

    We will not be responsible for any costs incurred, including our participation.

    1. Promotion.

    Publicity for the session will be decided on a case-by-case basis.