“All the Tools in Our Toolbox.” What’s Next in Philanthropy’s Fight Against Misinformation?

“All the Tools in Our Toolbox.” What’s Next in Philanthropy’s Fight Against Misinformation?

Joe Biden may be president, but in some ways, the fight against misinformation is only intensifying. Funders and nonprofit leaders lay out a roadmap for how philanthropy can most effectively tackle this problem in the year ahead.

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“The ‘Big Lie’ That Fanned the Flames.” Philanthropy’s Role in Fighting Misinformation

“The ‘Big Lie’ That Fanned the Flames.” Philanthropy’s Role in Fighting Misinformation

The attack on the Capitol was a tragic manifestation of what happens when misinformation takes root. We check in with foundations and nonprofits about what philanthropy has been doing to curb false information, and its shortcomings.

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Looking Past the Pandemic, Journalism Funders Focus on Retention of New Readers

Looking Past the Pandemic, Journalism Funders Focus on Retention of New Readers

Journalism outlets have enjoyed a surge of new readers hungry for trusted local news. A growing body of funder-generated insights provides a roadmap for outlets looking to retain new audiences—and potentially turn them into donors.

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"The Crisis Has Become More Acute." What Two Major Funders Are Doing to Strengthen Journalism

"The Crisis Has Become More Acute." What Two Major Funders Are Doing to Strengthen Journalism

A new partnership between Knight and the Lenfest Institute looks to position Philadelphia as a "test kitchen" for journalism innovation. Given the litany of challenges facing the sector, the stakes couldn't be any higher.

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Keeping the Vultures at Bay: Is Philanthropy the Only Hope for Local News Outlets?

Keeping the Vultures at Bay: Is Philanthropy the Only Hope for Local News Outlets?

Local newspapers aren't just dying because of the internet; Wall Street speculators are also hurting them. Which is why civic-minded philanthropists like H.F. Lenfest are so important.

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A Closer Look at Lenfest’s Journalism Support in Philadelphia

Several major philanthropic institutions around the country have strong journalism roots, but does that mean they should provide grants to report the news? With a focus on Philadelphia, here's a look at the grants awarded from the Lenfest Institute for Journalism's first open call for applications. 

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