305 Wood St
Pittsburgh PA 15222
There’s a growing appreciation in philanthropy that journalism and other forms of civic media play a vital role in the health of our communities. In the Pittsburgh region, independent and nonprofit media organizations have long played a pivotal role, informing and engaging the public and holding government officials and corporate leaders accountable. Already, many foundations have provided critical support for these news organizations. But there are many more opportunities to pursue.
Join Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania and Media Impact Funders for a briefing that will explore the national trends in media philanthropy and important developments in the regional media ecosystem here in Western Pennsylvania. We'll discuss new ways in which citizens are consuming news and information and what funders can do to support informed civic dialogue.
You'll hear from:
- Vince Stehle, Executive Director, Media Impact Funders
- Jeanne Pearlman, Sr. Vice President for Program and Policy, The Pittsburgh Foundation
- Andrew Conte, Director, Center for Media Innovation
- Mila Sanina, Executive Director, Public Source
Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided.