Resource Category: Research & Insights

The definitive annual data on where people get news (TV, Print, Digital, Social). It documents the near-total collapse of print

The seminal report by Penny Abernathy (at UNC). It coined the term “Ghost Newspaper” and provided the definitive map of

Breaks down which social platforms are growing for news. Essential for funders targeting younger demographics (e.g., the rise of TikTok

A major 2024 report detailing how Americans get local news today. Crucial for funders to understand the shift from TV/Print

A framework developed by Democracy Fund, Impact Architects, and partners to help funders understand the full ecosystem of local news

This is the essential “how-to” manual for starting a local chapter. It offers an introduction to the issues, case studies,

A “how-to” guide, co-produced with the Media Impact Project, specifically for journalism funders and nonprofit news organizations. It provides a

Co-produced with MIF, this 2023 study (also listed under MIF) provides funders with the most current data on the growth

A specific, data-rich report that is highly relevant for CMP’s community foundation partners. It details trends, top funders, regional comparisons,

This report directly addresses how funders are evaluating the outcomes of media productions. It moves beyond simple metrics to explore