The News Philanthropy Network

A community of practice for fundraisers and development professionals in journalism.

The Lenfest News Philanthropy Network is a community of practice designed to support and build capacity for fundraising and development professionals in journalism. 

Participation in the Network is free, and open to publishers of all sizes and business models — nonprofit, for profit, legacy, start-up, digital, broadcast and print. Our singular and deep focus is on supporting and fostering a cohesive, collaborative, and growing cohort of development professionals who are serving a vital need for news organizations by creating contributed revenue streams. 

Current News Philanthropy Network opportunities

Register or apply to attend a News Philanthropy Network workshop or training

Direct mail fundraising for newsrooms

Direct mail fundraising is often overlooked, but you’re guaranteed to avoid filters, algorithms, and tech companies that stop you from reaching your audience. Join us on Tuesday, March 19, at 1 p.m. EST/10 a.m. PST for Direct Mail Fundraising for Newsrooms with our guest presenter Sean O’Riordan, membership manager with Spotlight PA.

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The Lenfest News Philanthropy Summit

This free, virtual, first-of-its-kind convening was launched in 2021 to cover topics that impact news organizations and their vital fundraising efforts.

The 2023 News Philanthropy Summit

The summit took place from Jan. 31-Feb. 1, and participants explored how we can transform the ways we sustain news organizations through philanthropic support, deeper relationship-building, and more.

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The 2021 News Philanthropy Summit

The inaugural summit took place virtually from Nov. 3-5, 2021 and covered a wide range of topics through keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities.

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