How Infrastructure is Foundational to Local News | Press Forward
Four key Press Forward funders talk about how they define local news infrastructure and their key investments so far.| Press Forward
Four key Press Forward funders talk about how they define local news infrastructure and their key investments so far.| Press Forward
Press Forward is a nationwide, nonpartisan philanthropic initiative with 36 chapters in cities and states across the U.S. Collectively, we work to strengthen communities by reinvigorating local news| Press Forward
October 20, 2025 – At a time when Americans are searching for connection and common ground, one institution is quietly sparking renewal: local news. Across the country, community-first newsrooms are proving that a stronger, more sustainable future for local news is not only possible—it’s already here. Press Forward, a nationwide initiative dedicated to revitalizing local news, today announced the launch ... Read More The post Press Forward Launches National Documentary Series Showcasing...| Press Forward
Press Forward is launching a new docuseries, “Reimagining Local News,” that shines a light on the people and models across the country writing a new story for local news. Hosted by journalist and author Charles M. Blow, the series explores what’s working in local news and how solutions are in reach. You can watch the series now at ReimaginingLocalNews.com. Below ... Read More The post Watch: New video series showcases solutions in local news appeared first on Press Forward.| Press Forward
When Press Forward launched two years ago, we had an ambitious five-year goal: to mobilize $500 million to strengthen the local news that serves communities. Today, we’re proud to share that our network of funders has invested more than $400 million in just two years – an amount that will continue to grow. This milestone is more than a number. ... Read More The post Two years in: $400M mobilized for local news appeared first on Press Forward.| Press Forward
For Rashad Mahmood, executive director of the New Mexico Local News Fund, home to Press Forward New Mexico, advocating for local news is the most important part of his job. That advocacy takes many forms — from conversations with legislators to convenings with community members. The work is grassroots, built one relationship at a time. “It’s important to have someone ... Read More The post How Press Forward New Mexico champions local news through advocacy appeared first on Press For...| Press Forward
The story of local news has long been told as one of crisis - but there's a better way. New Press Forward research shows that messages centered on strengthening community — rather than saving the industry — resonate with the public.| Press Forward
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] By Marika Lynch Reporters and editors know this instinctively: Words shape perceptions and drive action. That’s true in the newsroom, where word choice is the foundation of clear, contextual, and nuanced reporting. The same principle applies when news organizations make the case to their readers and supporters for subscriptions, memberships, or donations. The way you frame the message ... Read More| Press Forward
How can a newsroom best use $100,000? Three Press Forward grantees discussed their real-world cases of using grants for long-term good last week during LION’s annual Independent News Sustainability Summit in St. Louis. “A grant is a gift, but it’s also an opportunity,” Graham Ringo, Press Forward grantee engagement and support manager, said as she opened the panel. The three ... Read More The post Turning a grant into long-term success: Advice from three grantees appeared first on Pre...| Press Forward
Impact snapshot from a Press Forward grantee newsroom Who: Lisa Snowden, editor-in-chief and co-founder, Baltimore Beat Where: Baltimore, Md. What: Baltimore Beat was started in 2017 after the demise of Baltimore City Paper, a 40-year-old alt-weekly newspaper. It is a Black-led newspaper and online news outlet. The Beat became a nonprofit in 2019, and received a gift of $1 million ... Read More| Press Forward
A coalition of 22 donors today announced Press Forward, a national initiative to strengthen communities and democracy by supporting local news and information with an infusion of more than a half-billion dollars over the next five years.| Press Forward
The release of Commoner’s new white paper, “This is Local News Now,” couldn’t be better timed – or more hopeful. Press Forward commissioned this piece months before the federal government defunded public media. But the central thesis of the report gains even more relevance with the impending shutdown of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which is already prompting large-scale reimagining ... Read More The post New report rethinks who creates the news and information communit...| Press Forward
Two radio projects - at High Plains Public Radio and Rocky Mountain Community Radio - have the chance to rethink the way public media operates in rural areas.| Press Forward
When Kimberly Spencer became director of the Colorado Media Project (CMP), home to Press Forward Colorado, she had one clear priority: listen first. Spencer, who stepped into the role in February 2025, spent her first two months meeting with newsrooms across the state to ask what roadblocks they’re facing. Some answers were expected — like revenue challenges and hiring concerns. ... Read More| Press Forward
Nancy Flores relaunched an online magazine and reimagined it for a new generation of bi-cultural Austin residents.| Press Forward
Press Forward is announcing investments of $22.7 million in 22 projects that will strengthen the infrastructure of the field. Today’s local newsrooms are much smaller than 25 years ago – doing more with less amid rapid technological change and an always-on news cycle.| Press Forward
Press Forward Locals raise resources and support for local news in their own backyards.| Press Forward
