American Journalism Project

Charlottesville Tomorrow is a community-driven news organization focused on serving and connecting neighbors in the Charlottesville area. It emphasizes the importance of truth, community, and equity in building a news platform that caters to local needs. Beyond just reporting the news, Charlottesville Tomorrow engages in publishing opinion pieces from members of the local community, thereby fostering a more inclusive dialogue about the region's future. The organization aims to ensure that its reporting reflects the values and concerns of its readership, making it a dedicated source of information for the Charlottesville community.

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

The Texas Tribune is a non-profit media organization that is dedicated to increasing knowledge and participation in state government and public policy. The organization continuously aims to promote civic engagement through original, explanatory journalism, and public events. The Texas Tribune was founded by John Thornton, Evan Smith, and Ross Ramsey in 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, United States. John Thornton has been a venture capitalist in Austin for nearly twenty years, and he believes passionately in the potential of public media. Evan Smith serves as CEO and editor-in-chief, having spent nearly eighteen years at Texas Monthly. Managing editor Ross Ramsey was the long-time owner and editor of Texas Weekly, the state's premier newsletter on politics and government, which was acquired in July 2009 by the Tribune. Emily Ramshaw, one of the Tribune's original reporters, was named editor in 2011, overseeing the day-to-day editorial operation and long-term projects.

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

Fort worth report publishes local journalism that is produced by, for, and about the people. Fort worth report was established to satisfy the community's need for more news regarding regional administration, educational institutions, business, the arts and culture, the environment, health care, and other crucial topics.

Enlace Latino NC is the first nonprofit Spanish-language news outlet in North Carolina. Enlace's motivation is to enable the diverse Latinx immigrant community in North Carolina to participate more actively in the political and social developments that affect them.

Cityside is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization committed to building community through local journalism

Signal Cleveland offers community members access to the news they require. It publishes authoritative, trustworthy daily journalism on a variety of topics, such as government, economy, education, health, safety, and resilience. Their website is chock-full of explainers and guides to help Cleveland residents navigate life in the city, and it serves as a growing civic tool for the city.

Sahan Journal is a nonprofit, digital-first news organisation dedicated to chronicling the struggles, successes and transformations of Minnesota’s diverse and rapidly growing immigrant and underserved communities, whose stories are often overlooked by mainstream news organisation's.

Mountain State Spotlight is a civic news organization that tells stories about the issues and challenges facing their communities.

The Marshall Project is a not-for-profit and non-partisan newsroom focused on reporting and analyzing issues related to America's criminal justice system. By providing in-depth investigative journalism, it aims to inform the public about the complexities and challenges within the criminal justice landscape. Through its work, The Marshall Project seeks to foster a greater understanding of the legal system and advocate for reforms that promote justice and accountability. The organization operates independently, relying on subscriptions and donations to support its mission of illuminating the intricacies of criminal justice in the United States.

Louisville Public Media informs, inspires and empowers through independent news, music, education and experiences.

Outlier Media is a Detroit-based service journalism organization. Outlier Media identify, report, and deliver valuable information to empower residents to hold landlords, municipal government, and elected officials accountable for longstanding problems.

WFAE is a news and information site focus on political events.

MLK50 Justice Through Journalism is a non-profit newsroom based in Memphis that focuses on poverty, power, and public policy .MLK50 examine the systems that make it hard for workers to make ends meet and interrogate those who profit from the status quo.

Centro de Periodismo Investigativo focuses on investigative journalism, uncovering critical social and political issues.

Cityside is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization committed to building community through local journalism

In 2009, a small group of Connecticut residents, concerned about the decline in watchdog journalism, formed the Connecticut News Project, Inc. A few months later, after securing start-up funding and hiring some veteran journalists, CNP launched The Connecticut Mirror, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news outlet with a very clear mission: Produce deep reporting on government policies and politics, to become an invaluable resource for anyone who lives, works or cares about Connecticut, and to hold their policymakers accountable for their decisions and actions.

City Bureau is a non-profit civic journalism lab dedicated to producing media that serves the public interest. The organization focuses on fostering critical public conversations and creating information that directly addresses community needs. By collaborating with local media houses, City Bureau enables the production of impactful and equitable journalism that responds to the concerns and demands of the public. Through its initiatives, the organization aims to enhance the quality of local reporting and engage citizens in meaningful dialogue.