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Facts Are Not Free. And Our Society Cannot Live Without Them.
The success of our country and our communities relies on an informed public. Yet local newsrooms are disappearing, mis-information and AI slop are surging, and the commercial models that once supported journalism are collapsing.
The Institute for Nonprofit News (INN) is helping build another future.
Since 2009, INN has built a national network of more than 500 vetted nonprofit newsrooms serving communities across North America. Together, they produce trusted, original, fact-based reporting that helps people understand their communities, holds powerful institutions accountable, and keeps important stories from going untold.
Why It Matters Now
When you invest in INN, you:
- Protect independent journalism from political, corporate, and commercial influence.
- Strengthen local news so communities have access to trusted information about the people, institutions, and decisions that shape their lives.
- Strengthen civic life by helping those communities become more informed, connected, and engaged.
- Support investigative journalism that uncovers wrongdoing, holds power accountable, and brings important truths to light.
Join the INNer Circle
Members of the INNer Circle are individuals deeply committed to the belief that trustworthy, independent journalism is an essential public good.
Your investment equips nonprofit newsrooms to grow their audiences, deepen community support, strengthen their operations, and remain resilient for the long haul. It also expands public access to reliable local and investigative reporting in communities across the country.
This is an investment in facts, accountability, strong communities, and trust.
We invite you to join the INNer Circle so independent journalism can endure.
Chief Development Officer
Lisa Gardner-Springer
Lisa Gardner-Springer leads development initiatives benefiting nonprofit newsrooms that are members of INN and make up the fastest growing news network in North America.
Did you know that new tax laws are in effect?
If you don’t itemize on your federal tax return, you can now claim a deduction of up to $1,000 ($2,000 for married couples filing jointly) for cash donations to the Institute for Nonprofit News.
More Ways to Give
Donor Advised Funds (DAF)
You can put your DAF dollars to work and build a thriving nonprofit news field. We’ve made it easy to initiate your grant recommendation. If you have an account at Fidelity, Schwab or Vanguard, recommend a grant today to our Federal EIN #27-2614911.
Stock Gifts
If you wish to donate appreciated stock or mutual funds, please email Lisa Gardner-Springer at INN. Notify us when you’ve made your gift and ask your broker or bank to include your name in the transaction so that we can quickly acknowledge your generous support of our work.
Legacy Gifts
Consider leaving a bequest, or other deferred gifts, to INN in your will. Your legacy will ensure that your impact continues on as INN and the field of nonprofit news continues to grow.
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Matching Gifts
Your gift to INN can have added impact if your employer offers a matching gift program. Contact your company’s HR or finance representative for more information.
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Donation FAQs
Is this Donation Tax-deductible
Yes, your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Can I Donate By Check?
If you’d like to make a gift by check, please make it payable to “Institute for Nonprofit News” and mail to:
Institute for Nonprofit News
8549 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 2294, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Contact Lisa Gardner-Springer at lisa@inn.org with any questions!
Will you sell my personal info?
INN will not sell or trade your information to any other site or organization.
How can I reach you?
For questions about giving to INN, please email Lisa Gardner-Springer, Chief Development Officer.
The Institute for Nonprofit News is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent provided by law.