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A $500 Million Pledge to Support Local News

Non Profit Quarterly

Image credit: Jon Tyson on Unsplash The decades-long decimation of local news—and the dangers that the trend poses for public oversight, an informed citizenry, and democracy itself—remains very much underway. The MacArthur Foundation itself pledged $150 million to the new fund. Since 2005, some 2,200 local newspapers have closed.

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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

news organizations, specifically local news outlets, have been rapidly dwindling. The COVID-19 pandemic brought more challenges for the industry, as demand for local news grew but revenue and outlets shrank. The number of U.S. Funders including the John S. and James L. Knight, John D. and Catherine T.

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[Breaking News] An Extraordinary Funding Opportunity For Nonprofits To Preserve Local Journalism

Bloomerang

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. What’s the problem? What’s the problem?

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Thought Leaders Blaze Trails of Discovery and Engagement

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He defined it as “those people who possess a distinctively original idea, a unique point of view, or an unprecedented insight into their industry.” Thought leadership helps bring your audience on a journey of shared understanding and insights, in order to drive toward impactful solutions. Take Hardy’s advice.

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THD Announces Wendy Orleman as Vice President, Client Strategy

NonProfit PRO

With over twenty years of experience leading strategy for nonprofit and commercial clients, Orleman’s industry expertise will support THD’s commitment to client growth and creating meaningful social impact. Thompson Habib Denison, a Moore company, announced the hiring of Wendy Orleman as VP, client strategy.

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3 Unique Strategies To Thank Your Supporters On Social Media

TechImpact

Your nonporift’s supporters are potentially the most integral part of your entire nonprofit. For example, if you receive a particularly large donation, or a follower on your social media is constantly interacting with your Twitter feed, you should take the time to thank them for their support. Image courtesy of Thought Reach.

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Is Your Nonprofit Converting Online Visitors Into Supporters?

TechImpact

Every time someone visits your … Continued The post Is Your Nonprofit Converting Online Visitors Into Supporters? appeared first on Tech Impact. Blog Industry News Leadership Social Tech guidestar online social media volunteer website'

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