Our Impact

Equitable, sustainable, community–centered local news solutions.

By The Numbers

3,000+ donorsnationwide

The Lenfest Institute’s work is made possible with thanks to the generous support of donors.

$13.5 millionin 2023 grant commitments

Our grants support the diverse media ecosystem in our home city of Philadelphia and local news organizations across the country

3,000+ news professionalsconnected worldwide

The Lenfest Institute is home to four communities of practice that provide peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, mentorship, and coaching to journalism industry professionals.

Local News Solutions

The Lenfest Institute provides free tools and resources for local journalism leaders to develop sustainable strategies to serve their communities.

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