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You’re here because you value independent, unbiased news that gets to the truth. Advertising revenue helps, but this year it hasn’t been enough to sustain our mission.
“If you’ve seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can. Your support allows us to continue producing accurate and meaningful journalism for everyone who needs it.”
Will relying on reader contributions exacerbate existing inequities in access to news and information?[[1](https://www.poynter.org/commentary/2024/is-local-news-access-tied-to-how-much-money-you-make/)]
We’re seeing a desperate plea from news outlets across the country – asking readers to directly support their journalism.
The Local Media Foundation is launching new initiatives to help newsrooms stay afloat after a major drop in advertising revenue.
But is asking readers for direct contributions the answer? Will this create a two-tiered system of news, where those who can afford to pay get access to quality reporting? What are your thoughts?