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American Journalism Project

North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington

Description

The American Journalism Project is a new venture philanthropy organization dedicated to local news.

Investor Profile

American Journalism Project has backed more than 12 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 83% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Grant rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on News, Non Profit, Journalism.
  • Led 5 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Grant (100%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • News
  • Non Profit
  • Journalism
  • Digital Media
  • Publishing
  • Social News
  • Online Portals
  • Politics
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Who does American Journalism Project frequently co-invest with?

Knight Foundation
North America, Florida, United States, Miami
Co-Investments: 1
The Broad Foundations
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
Saint Luke's Foundation
North America, Ohio, United States, Cleveland
Co-Investments: 1
TC
North America, Ohio, United States, Cleveland
Co-Investments: 1
The Cleveland Foundation
North America, Ohio, United States, Cleveland
Co-Investments: 1
TC
North America, Kentucky, United States, Mayfield
Co-Investments: 1
Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland
North America, Ohio, United States, Cleveland
Co-Investments: 1
NM
North America, Arizona, United States, Phoenix
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by American Journalism Project?

Charlottesville Tomorrow

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States

Charlottesville Tomorrow is a community-focused news organization in Charlottesville, emphasizing truth, community, and equity.

NewsNon ProfitPublishing
GrantOct 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Salt Lake Tribune

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Salt Lake Tribune is a newspaper and website providing everything from breaking news, weather and traffic to Utah Jazz updates, and more.

NewsPublishing
GrantOct 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,200,000
The Colorado Sun

Denver, Colorado, United States

The Colorado Sun is a publishing company that offers news and insights on politics, the environment, housing, the outdoors, and businesses.

NewsPublishingSocial News
GrantOct 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,400,000
Los Angeles Local News Initiative

Los Angeles, California, United States

L.A. Local News Initiative goal is to provide free access to high-quality news and information.

JournalismNews
GrantSep 10, 2024
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
The Texas Tribune

Austin, Texas, United States

The Texas Tribune is a media organization focused on increasing knowledge and participation in state government and public policy.

Digital MediaNon ProfitPolitics
GrantSep 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,750,000
Capital B

New York, New York, United States

Capital B is a nonprofit local and national news organization reporting for Black communities.

NewsNon Profit
GrantFeb 15, 2023
Nebraska Journalism Trust

Nebraska City, Nebraska, United States

Nebraska Journalism Trust seeks out the truth while elevating varied viewpoints and enhancing lives.

JournalismNews
GrantJan 24, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,100,000
Enlace Latino NC

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Enlace Latino NC is the digital news organization.

Digital MediaNews
GrantJan 24, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Fort worth report

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Fort worth report publish local journalism that is produced by, for, and about the people.

JournalismNews
GrantJan 24, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,100,000
Signal Cleveland

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Signal Cleveland is a newsroom that fuses community building with news reporting.

JournalismNewsOnline Portals
GrantNov 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,500,000

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