Tracie Powell

It’s time to make the emerging local news ecosystem work for everyone - Poynter Despite record investment in journalism support, too many small publishers are burning out in a system built to train, not sustain.

We’ve built a support system for local news — but it still leaves small publishers behind.

In my new @Poynter op-ed, I share how funders + intermediaries can make this ecosystem work for everyone.

👉🏾 Read: www.poynter.org/commentary/2...

#localnews #philanthropy #mediaequity #communitymedia

Where The Pivot Fund Fits in the Local News Ecosystem By launching The Pivot Fund’s new website, we’re doing more than showcasing our work—we’re clarifying our place in the growing ecosystem of organizations supporting local news, and why that role matte...

We’re building a bridge between funders and grassroots news outlets already serving their communities with trust and creativity. 💜

Read how The Pivot Fund invests in transformation, not imitation in local news:
👉🏾 thepivotfund.org/f/where-the-...

The Local Outlet Saving Missouri’s Oldest Black-Owned Bookstore Preserving Culture, Powering Change: How The Kansas City Defender is Building a Legacy—One Book at a Time

Willa’s Books & Vinyl—Missouri’s oldest Black-owned bookstore—was at risk of closing.

Now, @KCDefender is stepping up: covering rent, cataloging 20K+ books, & launching a campaign to buy the building.

This is community-rooted journalism. 👏🏾
🔗 thepivotfund.org/f/the-local-...

#BlackMedia #LocalNews

John Oliver lays out what many of us in journalism have been warning about: the erosion of press freedom and the normalization of attacks on the media. This isn’t just politics—it’s about the future of democracy.
📺 #LastWeekTonight #FreePress #PressFreedom

I hope people understand that it isn't just tough, it's an honest and truthful account as well.

What home appraisals and journalism funding have in common - Poynter The price of bias shows up in surprising places — from undervalued homes to underfunded newsrooms serving communities of color

thanks to @traciepowell.bsky.social for this important piece outlining the similarities (and consequences!) of racism in housing and in journalism funding.

www.poynter.org/commentary/2...

Thanks for posting this!

Trump administration denies it is pausing all federal grants after sweeping memo to government agencies | CNN Politics The White House budget office ordered a pause on federal grants and loans, according to an internal memorandum sent Monday, unleashing confusion and worry from charities and educators even as the Whit...

Today, one of my strategic partners had their grant terminated. Not suspended, terminated. The grant was used to train Black lawyers.

Marinate on that for a minute.
www.cnn.com/2025/01/27/p...

🛡️ Journalists, stay safe!

Join The Pivot Fund, Democracy Security Project, & Latinas Represent for "Ensuring Physical, Cyber & Event Security" on Feb. 5 at 7 PM EST.

Learn safety tips, threat assessment, & digital hygiene.

🔗 Register: lnkd.in/g85fAfA9

#JournalistSafety #CyberSecurity

Community Journalism in Action: AfroLA Steps Up Amid Disaster By Tracie Powell

Grateful to speak with Dana Amihere of AfroLA about how she and her team are stepping up in the aftermath of the devastating fires in LA. Their commitment to community and solutions journalism is truly inspiring.

#LocalJournalism #AfroLA #CommunityImpact

And thank you to @traciepowell.bsky.social and The Pivot Fund for providing funds to fill this shocking and unacceptable void in Mississippi journalism that I’ve been obsessed with remedying for five years as I’ve trained, recruited Roger. Say hey to @neshobadude83.bsky.social and cheer him on!

I’m so excited to partner with Latinas Represent this week for a webinar: "Reporting on Immigration During Times of Crisis."

📅 Thursday, Jan. 15, 2025 at 6 p.m. EST
📍 lnkd.in/g4PvV7Fx

Immigration coverage matters, and we’ll explore how journalism can better serve these communities. 💬

#Immigration

We're so thrilled to be partnering with y'all!

Learn more about our newest grantee partners! #independentmedia #communitynews #journalism #civicnews

1/ 🚨 Big News! The Pivot Fund has awarded over $1.2 million in grants to grassroots news organizations serving communities of color, from the Pacific Northwest to South Florida. 🌎📢

This marks a major step forward in empowering local journalism and fostering a more inclusive media landscape. 📰✨

YouTube video by The Damage Report DeSantis SMACKED DOWN As Florida Residents Drop Stunning Ban Countermove

Good news on a Sunday:

Black churches, students and parents counter Ron DeSantis' move to prevent banned subjects, including Black History, from being taught in schools.