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Knight Foundation is a national foundation with strong local roots that has been fostering informed and engaged communities for 75 years. The foundation invests in journalism, arts, and economic opportunity to support a more effective democracy and vibrant communities, focusing specifically on the 26 cities and towns where brothers John S. and James L. Knight once owned and operated newspapers.
Guided by the Knight brothers' belief that well-informed communities can best determine their own true interests and are essential to a thriving democracy, the foundation supports people, organizations, and insights that lead to healthier communities. Knight Foundation operates as a nonpartisan and community-centered organization, promoting access to information, free and creative expression, and inclusive economic growth across their target communities.
Knight Foundation's investment approach centers on four interconnected program areas: journalism, arts and culture, community development, and information access. The foundation believes that by fostering access to information, supporting free and creative expression, and encouraging inclusive economic growth, communities can become stronger and more democratic.
Their strategy focuses exclusively on the 26 communities where the Knight brothers historically published newspapers, providing deep local engagement and sustained community investment.
Local Community Focus
Deep investment in 26 specific communities where the Knight brothers once published newspapers, ensuring sustained local impact.
Democracy Strengthening
Supports informed and engaged communities through journalism, arts, and information access to promote healthy democratic participation.
75 Years of Experience
Established track record since 1950 of supporting people, organizations, and insights that lead to thriving communities.
Comprehensive Approach
Four interconnected program areas covering journalism, arts, community impact, and information society for holistic community development.
