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NEWS: Today, Knight Foundation is excited to announce $19.8 million in investments to support Detroit’s economic growth and cultural vitality.
September 8, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Today we announced that veteran newsroom leader Amalie Nash will join Knight Foundation as our Vice President of Journalism and lead our efforts to build a sustainable future for local news.
September 5, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Knight veterans will also take on new leadership positions: Kelly Jin as vice president for AI and Insights and @iohn.bsky.social as vice president for Information and Society. (3/4)
May 22, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Public innovation leader Francesca de Quesada Covey will lead Knight’s Community Impact program nationally and across Knight cities. (2/4)
May 22, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Congratulations to @knightfoundation.org’s President and CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social on being named to the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list.

The full list will appear in the June 9, 2025 issue of TIME, available on newsstands on Friday, May 30, and now at time.com/collections/...
May 20, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund is now open for applications! Artists & orgs in Akron, Detroit & Miami can apply for funding to expand their digital capacity.

Info sessions, office hours & app here: kf.org/4cUNw6V
May 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
🚨 Applications are now open for the 2025–26 Knight Emerging City Champions program!

We’re looking for rising civic leaders in 8 Knight cities with a bold idea to improve their community. Sound like you or someone you know? Learn more and apply by May 28 ➡️ kf.org/42h8tFB.
April 16, 2025 at 3:09 PM
From social media’s impact on our health and well-being to the importance of intimate, real-life connections,

Dr. Murthy reminded us that in moments of crisis, it’s not our online followers who show up—it’s the people we truly trust.
February 20, 2025 at 10:40 PM
“Three essential elements that fuel our well being: relationships, service and purpose.” — Dr. Vivek Murthy
February 20, 2025 at 10:40 PM
“It is up to us to ensure that the doors of opportunity and the pathway to the American Dream are open to everyone.” — Dr. Vivek Murthy

Watch #KMF25’s keynote with former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy and Knight President & CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRAN...
February 20, 2025 at 10:40 PM
From social media’s impact on our health and well-being to the importance of intimate, real-life connections, Dr. Murthy reminded us that in moments of crisis, it’s not our online followers who show up—it’s the people we truly trust.
February 20, 2025 at 10:36 PM
“Three essential elements that fuel our well being: relationships, service and purpose.” — Dr. Vivek Murthy
February 20, 2025 at 10:36 PM
“It is up to us to ensure that the doors of opportunity and the pathway to the American Dream are open to everyone.” — Dr. Vivek Murthy

Watch the full #KMF25 keynote session with Dr. Vivek Murthy and Knight President & [email protected] here: kf.org/3Xc9pYC
February 20, 2025 at 10:36 PM
How can we use AI to transform America’s cities for the better? @goldsmithongov.bsky.social led a conversation with @djpatil.bsky.social & @mattmahansj.bsky.social on how AI can break barriers & enhance government services. "Technology alone is information, but it isn’t insight," Patil cautioned.
February 20, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Jay Graber, @jay.bsky.team, CEO of @bsky.app joined @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social on the #KMF25 stage for a timely conversation on the social network’s rapid growth, unique algorithm and how journalists can leverage it effectively.

Watch the full conversation here: kf.org/419MKgK
February 20, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Are content creators the new bloggers of the 2020s? As influencers gain trust as news sources, KMF25 brought together a panel of social media experts to discuss how creators are gaining news audiences by building trust & engagement ⬇️
February 19, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Local news fuels strong communities and economies. At KMF25, Dean Baquet, Anne Galloway, Steve Glazer and @jimbrady.bsky.social discussed the path forward—calling for bold leadership, adaptability and an unwavering commitment to truth. And, as Baquet pointed out, you can’t forget joy.
February 19, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Knight President & CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social kicked off Knight Media Forum 2025, urging our 1k+ attendees to focus on local solutions to national issues, to rebuild trust and strengthen community resilience. Stay tuned for more highlights and key takeaways over the next 2 days!
February 19, 2025 at 4:03 PM
In honor of the Eagles' win and the city of Philadelphia, every dollar donated today to the Eagles Autism Foundation will be matched by Knight Foundation until we hit $50,000. Happy Parade Day, and congrats @philadelphiaeagles.bsky.social!

donate.eaglesautismfoundation.org/donations/ne...
February 14, 2025 at 4:48 PM
📷 Students and rising civic leaders join U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and Knight President and CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social for a conversation about the importance of civic participation, the free press and the vital role young people play in sustaining our democracy!
February 13, 2025 at 11:37 PM
The latest @pewresearch.org & Knight report reveals that almost 1 in 5 U.S. adults regularly get their news from influencers on social media. Sign up to join news influencers and social media experts on 2/16 to discuss the rapidly changing news landscape: kf.org/4aGa9e9.
January 31, 2025 at 9:12 PM
At Knight, we’ve been closely watching the shift in how Americans get information. The latest Pew-Knight Initiative report reveals that almost 1 in 5 adults regularly get news from news influencers on social media. Swipe for key 🗝️ findings and read more here: kf.org/3CrnwlB

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November 19, 2024 at 8:37 PM