Resource Category: Research & Insights

This resource hub from the American Journalism Project (AJP) is a curated collection of independent research linking local news to

A critical messaging toolkit. It provides funders with research-backed language and tested approaches to engage donors, “moving them from appreciation

This is a conceptual overview of the three ways funders can participate in the national movement: the Pooled Fund (a

A resource hub describing the network of local chapters (like CMP). It’s valuable for funders looking to connect with peers

A cutting-edge guide for funders exploring investments beyond traditional newsrooms. It provides a practical framework, checklists, and a “Trust Framework”

A suite of direct training for funders. Includes free, intensive in-person or virtual workshops, peer-learning courses, and consulting to equip

A data-rich blog post (representative of Candid’s research) that provides a clear breakdown of funding trends, showing the dollar amounts

An analysis of how foundation funding is supporting local news. It highlights key funds (like Borealis’s REJ Fund and Press

A deep-dive assessment of Knight’s $300M investment. This report is invaluable for funders, as it details the impacts and “promising

Needs Assessment (Shared Services, Capacity, Revenue Streams). Released by Press Forward Chicago in Q1 2025.