American Journalism Project
@theajp.bsky.social
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.
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We're helping to build a new generation of nonprofit local newsrooms. Read our 2025 Impact Report.
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In a moment when trusted #localnews is disappearing, AJP-supported newsrooms are showing what sustainable growth looks like.
In 2024, they generated $128M in revenue, saw 23% median revenue growth, & increased full-time newsroom staff by 26%.
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In 2024, they generated $128M in revenue, saw 23% median revenue growth, & increased full-time newsroom staff by 26%.
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AJP-supported @ctmirror.org exposed how steep rate hikes priced out thousands of long-term care insurance holders. The investigation earned the @nationalpress.bsky.social 2025 AARP Award for Excellence in Journalism and spurred at least 16 reform proposals from state lawmakers this year.
CT Mirror wins national award for long-term care insurance reporting
Four reporters were awarded for their investigation into skyrocketing long-term care insurance policy rate hikes in Connecticut.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:52 PM
AJP-supported @ctmirror.org exposed how steep rate hikes priced out thousands of long-term care insurance holders. The investigation earned the @nationalpress.bsky.social 2025 AARP Award for Excellence in Journalism and spurred at least 16 reform proposals from state lawmakers this year.
@nashvillebanner.bsky.social is working to increase civic engagement in Tennessee, a state with one of the nation's lowest voter turnout rates. We're proud to support the Banner as it builds on early success, expands its reach, and serves its communities with strong #localnews. Read more:
Building engaged communities in Tennessee: A look at our new support for the Nashville Banner - American Journalism Project
With new support from the American Journalism Project, the Nasvhille Banner will strengthen the business and operations foundation that supports its journalism.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:55 PM
@nashvillebanner.bsky.social is working to increase civic engagement in Tennessee, a state with one of the nation's lowest voter turnout rates. We're proud to support the Banner as it builds on early success, expands its reach, and serves its communities with strong #localnews. Read more:
From Maui to Kauaʻi, @civilbeat.bsky.social's expansion to Hawaiʻi's neighbor islands will connect readers across the islands. Learn more about how Civil Beat will provide trusted #localnews while deepening its roots in communities statewide with AJP's support:
Expanding local news across Hawaiʻi: A look at our new support for Honolulu Civil Beat - American Journalism Project
With new support from the American Journalism Project, Civil Beat is laying the groundwork for the next stage of its growth, strengthening the business and operations foundation that makes its journal...
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December 3, 2025 at 6:52 PM
From Maui to Kauaʻi, @civilbeat.bsky.social's expansion to Hawaiʻi's neighbor islands will connect readers across the islands. Learn more about how Civil Beat will provide trusted #localnews while deepening its roots in communities statewide with AJP's support:
We're excited to share more on our recent investment in @cardinalnews.org! With new support, the newsroom will expand its reach and deepen coverage, serving readers across Southwest and Southside Virginia with reliable #localnews. Read more:
Strengthening local news in rural Virginia: A look at our new support for Cardinal News - American Journalism Project
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December 2, 2025 at 7:53 PM
We're excited to share more on our recent investment in @cardinalnews.org! With new support, the newsroom will expand its reach and deepen coverage, serving readers across Southwest and Southside Virginia with reliable #localnews. Read more:
This Thanksgiving, we’re especially thankful for the journalists, newsroom leaders and community members strengthening #localnews.
We’re proud to support a growing portfolio of local outlets and grateful to the many newsrooms keeping their communities informed.
Thank you.
We’re proud to support a growing portfolio of local outlets and grateful to the many newsrooms keeping their communities informed.
Thank you.
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
This Thanksgiving, we’re especially thankful for the journalists, newsroom leaders and community members strengthening #localnews.
We’re proud to support a growing portfolio of local outlets and grateful to the many newsrooms keeping their communities informed.
Thank you.
We’re proud to support a growing portfolio of local outlets and grateful to the many newsrooms keeping their communities informed.
Thank you.
A wave of #localnews efforts is reshaping how LA communities stay informed.
AJP-supported The LA Local, featured in @niemanlab.org, is building a new model for neighborhood-based reporting — collaborative, community-rooted and built to last.
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AJP-supported The LA Local, featured in @niemanlab.org, is building a new model for neighborhood-based reporting — collaborative, community-rooted and built to last.
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“More of everything”: In Los Angeles, an “explosion” of new efforts aim to up the city’s local news game
A well-funded coalition building out neighborhood news, a new newsletter from an expanding for-profit site, and a nonprofit breaking through on social media are just a few examples of the latest bids ...
https://www.niemanlab.org/2025/11/more-of-everything-in-los-angeles-an-explosion-of-new-efforts-aim-to-up-the-citys-local-news-game/"
November 26, 2025 at 6:57 PM
A wave of #localnews efforts is reshaping how LA communities stay informed.
AJP-supported The LA Local, featured in @niemanlab.org, is building a new model for neighborhood-based reporting — collaborative, community-rooted and built to last.
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AJP-supported The LA Local, featured in @niemanlab.org, is building a new model for neighborhood-based reporting — collaborative, community-rooted and built to last.
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Congratulations to AJP-supported @blockclubchi.bsky.social, named Best Daily News Site in an international competition hosted by Editor & Publisher magazine.
Block Club Chicago has published 29,000+ articles since its launch in 2018, dedicatedly serving Chicago neighborhoods with #localnews.
Block Club Chicago has published 29,000+ articles since its launch in 2018, dedicatedly serving Chicago neighborhoods with #localnews.
Block Club Named Best Daily News Site In International Competition
Block Club Chicago has published more than 29,000 stories since it launched in 2018.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/17/block-club-named-best-daily-news-site-in-international-competition/"
November 21, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Congratulations to AJP-supported @blockclubchi.bsky.social, named Best Daily News Site in an international competition hosted by Editor & Publisher magazine.
Block Club Chicago has published 29,000+ articles since its launch in 2018, dedicatedly serving Chicago neighborhoods with #localnews.
Block Club Chicago has published 29,000+ articles since its launch in 2018, dedicatedly serving Chicago neighborhoods with #localnews.
As AI use grows in local newsrooms, many are beginning to explore formal policies. Our latest from AJP’s Product & AI Studio shares takeaways from AJP-supported orgs, common barriers, and steps to get started.
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Developing an AI usage policy in your news organization - American Journalism Project
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November 20, 2025 at 9:39 PM
As AI use grows in local newsrooms, many are beginning to explore formal policies. Our latest from AJP’s Product & AI Studio shares takeaways from AJP-supported orgs, common barriers, and steps to get started.
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After Boyle Heights Beat, part of the AJP-supported LA Local, reported that no voting centers would be in the Boyle Heights neighborhood for the Nov. 4 election, county officials took notice. Now, there are four pop-up voting centers. Read more:
Pop-up vote centers to open in Boyle Heights for Nov. 4 special election
The announcement came after Boyle Heights Beat reported that no in-person polling places would be available in the neighborhood.
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November 4, 2025 at 7:27 PM
After Boyle Heights Beat, part of the AJP-supported LA Local, reported that no voting centers would be in the Boyle Heights neighborhood for the Nov. 4 election, county officials took notice. Now, there are four pop-up voting centers. Read more:
In the days following an investigation by AJP-supported @wisconsinwatch.org, a Wisconsin mother who spent three years waiting for a public defender received a flood of messages offering legal help. #localnews
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Wisconsin mother gets defense attorney after three years in legal limbo
An attorney takes on a Brown County woman’s drug cases shortly after Wisconsin Watch reports on her long wait.
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October 30, 2025 at 8:09 PM
In the days following an investigation by AJP-supported @wisconsinwatch.org, a Wisconsin mother who spent three years waiting for a public defender received a flood of messages offering legal help. #localnews
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AJP-supported @blockclubchi.bsky.social launched a WhatsApp channel to expand access to critical local reporting for Chicago’s immigrant communities. Block Club is also working with AJP-supported @citybureau.bsky.social to share stories and alerts in Spanish.
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Block Club Chicago Launches WhatsApp Channel Focused On Chicago Immigration News
Block Club’s new WhatsApp Channel delivers ICE updates, migrant coverage and breaking immigration news straight to readers’ phones.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:47 PM
AJP-supported @blockclubchi.bsky.social launched a WhatsApp channel to expand access to critical local reporting for Chicago’s immigrant communities. Block Club is also working with AJP-supported @citybureau.bsky.social to share stories and alerts in Spanish.
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A new WhatsApp channel from AJP-supported @blockclubchi.bsky.social has launched to expand access to critical local reporting for Chicago’s immigrant communities. Block Club is also working with AJP-supported @citybureau.bsky.social _bureau to share stories and alerts in Spanish.
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Block Club Chicago Launches WhatsApp Channel Focused On Chicago Immigration News
Block Club’s new WhatsApp Channel delivers ICE updates, migrant coverage and breaking immigration news straight to readers’ phones.
https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/15/block-club-chicago-launches-whatsapp-channel-focused-on-chicago-immigration-news/"
October 29, 2025 at 7:46 PM
A new WhatsApp channel from AJP-supported @blockclubchi.bsky.social has launched to expand access to critical local reporting for Chicago’s immigrant communities. Block Club is also working with AJP-supported @citybureau.bsky.social _bureau to share stories and alerts in Spanish.
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📢 We’re thrilled to announce $3.5M in grants to three organizations joining our portfolio: @cardinalnews.org, @civilbeat.bsky.social and @nashvillebanner.bsky.social! This funding will help these newsrooms grow sustainably and better serve their communities with trusted #localnews.
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American Journalism Project invests $3.5 million in the growth of three local news organizations - American Journalism Project
WASHINGTON — Oct. 28, 2025 — The American Journalism Project today announced $3.5 million in new support for three nonprofit local news organizations: Cardinal News, Honolulu Civil Beat and the Nashvi...
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October 28, 2025 at 1:35 PM
📢 We’re thrilled to announce $3.5M in grants to three organizations joining our portfolio: @cardinalnews.org, @civilbeat.bsky.social and @nashvillebanner.bsky.social! This funding will help these newsrooms grow sustainably and better serve their communities with trusted #localnews.
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Today, AJP’s Product & AI Studio introduces the "Field Guide: AI for Local Reporting" — a living resource to help local newsrooms understand what each tool does, how it’s used, who’s using it, and what makes it unique.
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Introducing a new AI guide for local news editorial teams - American Journalism Project
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October 21, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Today, AJP’s Product & AI Studio introduces the "Field Guide: AI for Local Reporting" — a living resource to help local newsrooms understand what each tool does, how it’s used, who’s using it, and what makes it unique.
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AJP-supported @deepsouthtoday.org is launching a regional investigative reporting center in collaboration with the @nytimes.com Local Investigations Fellowship. This partnership creates new infrastructure and provides essential resources for high-impact investigations. Read more:
Deep South Today To Launch Regional Investigative Reporting Center In Collaboration With The New York Times - Deep South Today
Deep South Today, the nonprofit network of local newsrooms that includes Mississippi Today, Verite News in New Orleans, Louisiana, and The Current in
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October 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM
AJP-supported @deepsouthtoday.org is launching a regional investigative reporting center in collaboration with the @nytimes.com Local Investigations Fellowship. This partnership creates new infrastructure and provides essential resources for high-impact investigations. Read more:
In our latest piece, AJP’s Loretta Chao shares how we work with local philanthropy partners to assess the strength of local media ecosystems.
We analyze what’s being covered, what’s missing, and whether current outlets have the resources to meet community needs. 🧵 1/5
We analyze what’s being covered, what’s missing, and whether current outlets have the resources to meet community needs. 🧵 1/5
October 16, 2025 at 7:25 PM
In our latest piece, AJP’s Loretta Chao shares how we work with local philanthropy partners to assess the strength of local media ecosystems.
We analyze what’s being covered, what’s missing, and whether current outlets have the resources to meet community needs. 🧵 1/5
We analyze what’s being covered, what’s missing, and whether current outlets have the resources to meet community needs. 🧵 1/5
The AJP-supported @tulsaflyer.bsky.social is live — a new nonprofit newsroom bringing more original reporting to Tulsa.
It’s also expanding the legacy of The Oklahoma Eagle, quadrupling local reporting power while keeping news free and community-focused.
It’s also expanding the legacy of The Oklahoma Eagle, quadrupling local reporting power while keeping news free and community-focused.
Tulsa Flyer: Your city. Your stories. Your newsroom.
Everything you need to know in Tulsa — all in one place
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October 15, 2025 at 2:44 PM
The AJP-supported @tulsaflyer.bsky.social is live — a new nonprofit newsroom bringing more original reporting to Tulsa.
It’s also expanding the legacy of The Oklahoma Eagle, quadrupling local reporting power while keeping news free and community-focused.
It’s also expanding the legacy of The Oklahoma Eagle, quadrupling local reporting power while keeping news free and community-focused.
An investigation by AJP-supported @mississippitoday.org found that much of opioid settlement money in the state was spent on routine general expenses, prompting action from lawmakers who promise to make sure settlement money is used to prevent deadly overdoses.
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Mississippi Today opens 'black box' of opioid settlement spending - Mississippi Today
A Mississippi Today investigation found that after nearly three years of state and local governments receiving money, they have reported spending less than $1 million – or less than 1% of the money re...
https://mississippitoday.org/2025/09/15/black-box-of-opioid-settlement-spending/"
October 14, 2025 at 10:42 PM
An investigation by AJP-supported @mississippitoday.org found that much of opioid settlement money in the state was spent on routine general expenses, prompting action from lawmakers who promise to make sure settlement money is used to prevent deadly overdoses.
Read the investigation here:
Read the investigation here:
The LA Local is the new name for the Los Angeles Local News Initiative — an AJP-supported effort to build a new kind of local media for L.A.
Rooted in 15 years of reporting from Boyle Heights Beat, it's focused on community-driven reporting that connects and serves Angelenos.
Rooted in 15 years of reporting from Boyle Heights Beat, it's focused on community-driven reporting that connects and serves Angelenos.
The LA Local | Neighborhood News Across Los Angeles
Sign up for The LA Local — your neighborhood insider guide to life in Los Angeles. Stay informed, discover local spots, and meet the people shaping our city. Free newsletter, launching soon.
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October 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The LA Local is the new name for the Los Angeles Local News Initiative — an AJP-supported effort to build a new kind of local media for L.A.
Rooted in 15 years of reporting from Boyle Heights Beat, it's focused on community-driven reporting that connects and serves Angelenos.
Rooted in 15 years of reporting from Boyle Heights Beat, it's focused on community-driven reporting that connects and serves Angelenos.
In a moment when trusted #localnews is disappearing, AJP-supported newsrooms are showing what sustainable growth looks like.
In 2024, they generated $128M in revenue, saw 23% median revenue growth, & increased full-time newsroom staff by 26%.
Dig deeper:
In 2024, they generated $128M in revenue, saw 23% median revenue growth, & increased full-time newsroom staff by 26%.
Dig deeper:
Impact - American Journalism Project
We're helping to build a new generation of nonprofit local newsrooms. Read our 2025 Impact Report.
www.theajp.org
October 6, 2025 at 5:27 PM
In a moment when trusted #localnews is disappearing, AJP-supported newsrooms are showing what sustainable growth looks like.
In 2024, they generated $128M in revenue, saw 23% median revenue growth, & increased full-time newsroom staff by 26%.
Dig deeper:
In 2024, they generated $128M in revenue, saw 23% median revenue growth, & increased full-time newsroom staff by 26%.
Dig deeper:
From a small team of volunteers to a statewide newsroom with 15 staff and nearly 1M readers, AJP-supported @nysfocus.bsky.social is driving transparency and accountability across NY.
🎥 Watch the org's 5th anniversary video:
🎥 Watch the org's 5th anniversary video:
New York Focus Fifth Anniversary
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October 3, 2025 at 6:31 PM
From a small team of volunteers to a statewide newsroom with 15 staff and nearly 1M readers, AJP-supported @nysfocus.bsky.social is driving transparency and accountability across NY.
🎥 Watch the org's 5th anniversary video:
🎥 Watch the org's 5th anniversary video:
We’re honored to be named a finalist for the $10M Trust in American Institutions Challenge from Lever for Change and @reidhoffman.bsky.social.
Rebuilding #localnews is key to restoring trust and strengthening the connections that hold our communities together. More:
Rebuilding #localnews is key to restoring trust and strengthening the connections that hold our communities together. More:
Lever for Change and Reid Hoffman Announce Five Finalists for $10 Million Challenge to Increase Trust in U.S. Institutions - Lever for Change
Chicago, IL, September 30, 2025 – Today, Reid Hoffman and Lever for Change announced five finalists for The Trust in American Institutions Challenge, a $10…
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September 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
We’re honored to be named a finalist for the $10M Trust in American Institutions Challenge from Lever for Change and @reidhoffman.bsky.social.
Rebuilding #localnews is key to restoring trust and strengthening the connections that hold our communities together. More:
Rebuilding #localnews is key to restoring trust and strengthening the connections that hold our communities together. More:
Newsrooms in the AJP portfolio are looking for talented professionals who believe in the power of #localnews to strengthen communities.
Explore open roles in editorial, audience, development, operations and more ⬇️
Explore open roles in editorial, audience, development, operations and more ⬇️
Work With Us - American Journalism Project
Audience Editor K-12 Education Reporter: Early education, Literacy and STEM
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September 24, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Newsrooms in the AJP portfolio are looking for talented professionals who believe in the power of #localnews to strengthen communities.
Explore open roles in editorial, audience, development, operations and more ⬇️
Explore open roles in editorial, audience, development, operations and more ⬇️
How do young, rural Vermonters get their news, and what do they wish local media did better?
AJP-supported @vtdigger.bsky.social is listening closely through Dirt Road News, a new effort to connect with overlooked communities and shape reporting around what they hear. More ⬇️
AJP-supported @vtdigger.bsky.social is listening closely through Dirt Road News, a new effort to connect with overlooked communities and shape reporting around what they hear. More ⬇️
Dirt Road News - VTDigger
A VTDigger community listening project focused on Vermont’s young and rural voices. As news habits shift, we’re listening closely.
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September 16, 2025 at 7:50 PM
How do young, rural Vermonters get their news, and what do they wish local media did better?
AJP-supported @vtdigger.bsky.social is listening closely through Dirt Road News, a new effort to connect with overlooked communities and shape reporting around what they hear. More ⬇️
AJP-supported @vtdigger.bsky.social is listening closely through Dirt Road News, a new effort to connect with overlooked communities and shape reporting around what they hear. More ⬇️
A new program from AJP-supported @documentedny.bsky.social will help newsrooms create editorial products with and for immigrant communities.
Each of the six newsrooms selected for 2026 will receive a $10K stipend to launch their product.
Each of the six newsrooms selected for 2026 will receive a $10K stipend to launch their product.
Documented Launches Media Training Program - Documented
Documented opens the application process for its national Media Training Program to support newsrooms to better serve immigrant communities.
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September 12, 2025 at 6:47 PM
A new program from AJP-supported @documentedny.bsky.social will help newsrooms create editorial products with and for immigrant communities.
Each of the six newsrooms selected for 2026 will receive a $10K stipend to launch their product.
Each of the six newsrooms selected for 2026 will receive a $10K stipend to launch their product.