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The American Journalism Project is the first-ever venture philanthropy dedicated to supporting a thriving local news ecosystem. We invest in and build nonprofit newsrooms that are sustained by and look like the people they serve.
The Oklahoma Eagle reported that the family of Michael Glunt was told it could take 8+ months and $3,000 to obtain bodycam footage from a Feb. 8 police shooting. After publication, the family met with the mayor’s office and was told the video does not exist.
@lerdody.bsky.social has joined AJP-supported Free Press Indiana as editor in chief of its statewide newsroom.
She is the second journalist to join the statewide team, following @smashfizzle.bsky.social’s hiring in September as women & girls reporter. More:
Local news matters, and so do the people building its future.
On March 26, join AJP + Amir Vera of @thelalocalorg.bsky.social for a conversation about careers, pathways and opportunities in nonprofit #localnews.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
What does sustainable #localnews look like in a rapidly changing technology landscape? @sarabethb.bsky.social explores this question in a Q&A with @aspendigital.bsky.social, a program of the @aspeninstitute.bsky.social.
📢 We’re #hiring!
AJP is seeking a Head of Product & AI Studio to advance bold product strategy and responsible AI integration for nonprofit #localnews organizations nationwide.
Apply today:
Fresh from our Product & AI Studio: Learn how to embed new research from Press Forward directly into your newsroom messaging. Find step-by-step instructions, plus a playbook and prompt pack, here:
Want to grow earned revenue in your #localnews org? In our latest blog post, AJP's Lisa Heyamoto explores how AJP-supported @spotlightdelaware.bsky.social and @cvilletomorrow.bsky.social strengthened their sponsorship programs by asking potential partners what they actually need.
In 2015, Indianapolis’ mayor promised a public portal for ethics filings, campaign finance records and city contracts. It never launched.
So, AJP-supported @mirrorindy.org, with the IndyStar built it — putting critical public records in one searchable place.
This Valentine’s Day, we’re sending our love to #localnews.
Trusted, independent local news fills essential information gaps, keeps institutions honest, and brings us closer to one another.
Share a card with someone who believes local news matters. 💌
This week marks the launch of the public campaign for Local News Day, a nationwide effort to reconnect people with trusted #localnews.
We’re excited to be part of the coalition leading the charge, with AJP-supported @montanafreepress.org as managing partner.
At the Local News Summit in San Antonio, AJP’s Liam Andrew and @biglocalnews.bsky.social Founder Cheryl Phillips led a session on how AI might support innovation in journalism. Hosted by @lenfestinstitute.org and @aspendigital.bsky.social. #localnews
We're investing $1.5M in @missionlocal.org to expand its neighborhood-first, multilingual journalism across San Francisco.
As it grows, Mission Local will deepen its impact, strengthen operations, and reach more San Franciscans with trusted, #localnews.
AJP-supported @thenvindy.com is extending its commitment to community-centered journalism through Indy Voices — a forum for opinion and commentary from people across the state. Learn more:
Thanks to @sarabethb.bsky.social and @theajp.bsky.social for supporting local news efforts around the country and building public awareness about the progress that is being made. @deepsouthtoday.org is proud to be part of the AJP portfolio of nonprofit newsrooms.
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In an op-ed published today in @nytimes.com, our CEO @sarabethb.bsky.social writes about the rise of trusted, independent local newsrooms across the country and the growing coalitions sustaining them. Read more:
AJP-supported @nysfocus.bsky.social uncovered that state regulators long-ignored evidence of illegal drug use in horse racing. Now, a state investigation is underway, and an official is on leave. Read the reporting:
AJP-supported The LA Local is live — one of the largest locally-led philanthropic efforts in the country to grow #localnews. Built by and for Angelenos, it’s expanding local reporting capacity across L.A., with a focus on 10 under-covered neighborhoods.
Looking for your next opportunity in #localnews? News organizations in our portfolio are hiring across editorial, revenue and operations.
Explore open roles today:
Applications are open for the Nonprofit News Business Certificate — a 9-month program to help nonprofit news leaders build essential business + financial skills.
Proud to have helped shape this with @newmarkjplus.bsky.social + Blue Engine Collaborative.
🗓️ Apply by Jan 30:
Journalists: Build your skills by signing up for a February session in ProJourn’s safety training series!
Co-presented by @theajp.bsky.social and IWMF, this virtual series helps journalists + newsrooms understand their legal rights and how to protect themselves while reporting.
RSVP links👇
This 9-month program is powered by a unique collaboration.
It was developed by J+ at the @newmarkjschool of Journalism in partnership with the @theajp.bsky.social and Blue Engine Collaborative, and with support from @knightfndn. Apply today! 🚀
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#Localnews is essential civic infrastructure. In InsideSources, @sarabethb.bsky.social and John Bridgeland of More Perfect highlight what’s working in places like Texas — and how we can rebuild local journalism across the country.
📢 We're #hiring! AJP is seeking a Vice President, Growth Investments to steward our relationships with the nonprofit news organizations in our portfolio.
Apply today:
@spotlightpa.org reported on chemotherapy overdoses, treatment delays and leadership issues at Penn State Cancer Institute. One day after publication, the director resigned.
Read the full story:
This holiday season, we're grateful for the local newsrooms building stronger, more informed communities — and for your partnership in this work.
As we close out 2025, we celebrate the #localnews that weaves our communities together.
Earlier this month, AJP-supported @elpasomatters.bsky.social hosted its first 9.15K, a nod to the region’s area code. 600+ El Pasoans filled the streets, joined by local businesses. A vivid example of how #localnews and information helps weave communities together.
After an investigation by AJP-supported @ctmirror.org revealed that thousands of Connecticut residents could be drinking water from lead pipes, the newsroom built a public database to help residents check their addresses—and began offering free water testing to those at risk. #localnews
We shared the news yesterday at an event on advancing local news, presented by the George W. Bush Institute with AJP, More Perfect & Press Forward, where a combined $4.3M in support for @fortworthreport.bsky.social & @texastribune.org was announced.
We’re thrilled to announce a $1.5M investment in @fortworthreport.bsky.social to help grow a network of local bureaus across Tarrant County and strengthen business capacity so its journalism can keep growing in reach, depth, and sustainability.
