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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 06/08/2026
Knight Foundation in partnership with Disagree Better and @constitutionctr.bsky.social presents The First at 250: Gov. Spencer Cox (R-UT) and @governor.pa.gov on the First Amendment. Sept. 9, 5:30 PM, Kimmel Center, Philly. Free tickets here: ensembleartsphilly.org/rent-our-spa... #TheFirstAt250
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John Sands @iohn.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
A new survey from @knightfoundation.org and @ssrsresearch.bsky.social reveals a disquieting decline in how free Americans feel to use the freedoms protected by the #FirstAmendment without government interference or punishment. 🧵
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Knight Foundation-SSRS Poll: Americans Feel Free Expression is Eroding - Knight Foundation
For more than two decades, Knight Foundation has commissioned research to better understand Americans’ lived experience with the First Amendment and free expression. As the country marks its 250th ann...
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 22/07/2026
Today, Knight Foundation and Village Media announced a new initiative to launch 15 newsrooms across three U.S. states. The partnership brings Village's proven model for sustainable local journalism to communities where trusted local information is increasingly at risk. Story link in comments.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 16/07/2026
What does public engagement really look like? New PKI research finds Americans don’t fit neatly on an “engaged-to-disengaged” spectrum. Four distinct types emerge—and trust in news varies sharply among them. How can news and civic leaders reach those least connected? Report link in replies.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 29/04/2026
Independent research has powered debates from Big Tobacco to Big Tech. In a @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social op-ed, Knight’s @ajdamico.bsky.social urges funders to move beyond one-off studies and support field-building work in tech, media and information research: www.philanthropy.com/opinion/opin...
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Damon Kiesow @kiesow.net · 10/04/2026
“We are only as free as our First Amendment is strong.” Maribel Pérez Wadsworth @knightfoundation.org at the Press Forward Illinois summit today in Chicago.
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John Sands @iohn.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
I wrote about why @knightfoundation.org invested in @bsky.app: philanthropy can act when mission & opportunity align. We believe in @jay.bsky.team's vision for a better social web—& in ideas (like @masnick.com's) that grow out of the research ecosystem Knight has long supported. kf.org/kfbluesky
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Why Knight Foundation Invested in Bluesky - Knight Foundation
John Sands explains our bet on a social web that protects speech, creates opportunity for publishers and creators, and enables research on the information ecosystem.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/03/2026
We invested in Bluesky’s Series B and wrote about why. We see a possibility for a social web that protects speech, creates opportunity for publishers and creators and enables research on the information landscape. Read @iohn.bsky.social's full take: kf.org/kfbluesky @bsky.app
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Why Knight Foundation Invested in Bluesky - Knight Foundation
John Sands explains our bet on a social web that protects speech, creates opportunity for publishers and creators, and enables research on the information ecosystem.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 08/09/2025
NEWS: Today, Knight Foundation is excited to announce $19.8 million in investments to support Detroit’s economic growth and cultural vitality.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 05/09/2025
Today we announced that veteran newsroom leader Amalie Nash will join Knight Foundation as our Vice President of Journalism and lead our efforts to build a sustainable future for local news.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/08/2025
Today, Knight Foundation is committing $10M to the Public Media Bridge Fund — part of a nearly $37M effort to support public media. We’re calling on others to join us in ensuring public media remains a pillar of civic life. Read more in @nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/b...
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The Race to Rescue PBS and NPR Stations
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 02/06/2025
What is “news” to Americans – and what isn’t? The latest research from the Pew-Knight Initiative asked just that. Here’s what we heard 🧵👇
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 22/05/2025
Today we announced new leadership appointments reflecting our commitment to strengthening community engagement, information and technology. (1/4)
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 20/05/2025
Congratulations to @knightfoundation.org’s President and CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social on being named to the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list. The full list will appear in the June 9, 2025 issue of TIME, available on newsstands on Friday, May 30, and now at time.com/collections/...
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8 80 Cities @880cities.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
TOMORROW! Join the #KECC Info Session at 1:00PM EDT on Zoom. Learn about the program, get tips on applying, and ask your questions! 🗓️ Applications close May 28 — don’t wait! 🔗 Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 🌟 emergingcitychampions.org/apply/ @knightfoundation.org
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 01/05/2025
The Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund is now open for applications! Artists & orgs in Akron, Detroit & Miami can apply for funding to expand their digital capacity. Info sessions, office hours & app here: kf.org/4cUNw6V
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 18/04/2025
Public media shows up when it matters most. In her latest op-ed, @knightfoundation.org President & CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social makes the case for why we must continue funding NPR, PBS and local stations that keep communities informed, connected and safe. www.tennessean.com/story/opinio...
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Public media saved lives during Helene. It shouldn't be defunded | Opinion
Stations like Nashville Public Radio and Blue Ridge Public Radio are some of the few civic institutions that instill trust in an age of disinformation
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 16/04/2025
🚨 Applications are now open for the 2025–26 Knight Emerging City Champions program! We’re looking for rising civic leaders in 8 Knight cities with a bold idea to improve their community. Sound like you or someone you know? Learn more and apply by May 28 ➡️ kf.org/42h8tFB.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 20/02/2025
“It is up to us to ensure that the doors of opportunity and the pathway to the American Dream are open to everyone.” — Dr. Vivek Murthy Watch #KMF25’s keynote with former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy and Knight President & CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRAN...
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 20/02/2025
“It is up to us to ensure that the doors of opportunity and the pathway to the American Dream are open to everyone.” — Dr. Vivek Murthy Watch the full #KMF25 keynote session with Dr. Vivek Murthy and Knight President & CEO@maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social here: kf.org/3Xc9pYC
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 20/02/2025
How can we use AI to transform America’s cities for the better? @goldsmithongov.bsky.social led a conversation with @djpatil.bsky.social & @mattmahansj.bsky.social on how AI can break barriers & enhance government services. "Technology alone is information, but it isn’t insight," Patil cautioned.
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Maribel Perez Wadsworth @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Honored to sit down with @jay.bsky.team at Knight Media Forum for a conversation on their rapid growth to 30M+ users in just one year.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 20/02/2025
Jay Graber, @jay.bsky.team, CEO of @bsky.app joined @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social on the #KMF25 stage for a timely conversation on the social network’s rapid growth, unique algorithm and how journalists can leverage it effectively. Watch the full conversation here: kf.org/419MKgK
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/02/2025
Are content creators the new bloggers of the 2020s? As influencers gain trust as news sources, KMF25 brought together a panel of social media experts to discuss how creators are gaining news audiences by building trust & engagement ⬇️
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/02/2025
AI: Reality or hype? The audience at #KMF25 was split—and so was our panel, moderated by @juliaangwin.com, featuring @randomwalker.bsky.social, Miriam Vogel and Luke Hogg. 🧵
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/02/2025
At KMF25, @brandyzadrozny.bsky.social led an important discussion on the challenges of covering tech & politics, from disinformation to journalism intimidation. Check out insights from @juliaangwin.com win.com, @davey.bsky.social bsky.social, @naominix.bsky.social & @jeffhorwitz.bsky.social:
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/02/2025
Local news fuels strong communities and economies. At KMF25, Dean Baquet, Anne Galloway, Steve Glazer and @jimbrady.bsky.social discussed the path forward—calling for bold leadership, adaptability and an unwavering commitment to truth. And, as Baquet pointed out, you can’t forget joy.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/02/2025
Knight President & CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social kicked off Knight Media Forum 2025, urging our 1k+ attendees to focus on local solutions to national issues, to rebuild trust and strengthen community resilience. Stay tuned for more highlights and key takeaways over the next 2 days!
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American Journalism Project @theajp.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
🚨 @knightfdn.bsky.social is investing $25M in AJP to grow nonprofit #localnews! This funding will expand local philanthropy, support more nonprofit news organizations, and launch the Knight Resiliency Lab at AJP. More on @axios.com:
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Exclusive: Knight Foundation invests $25M in American Journalism Project
The money will be used to grow AJP's reach from supporting 50 local newsrooms today to 60 over the next three years,
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 14/02/2025
In honor of the Eagles' win and the city of Philadelphia, every dollar donated today to the Eagles Autism Foundation will be matched by Knight Foundation until we hit $50,000. Happy Parade Day, and congrats @philadelphiaeagles.bsky.social! donate.eaglesautismfoundation.org/donations/ne...
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 13/02/2025
📷 Students and rising civic leaders join U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and Knight President and CEO @maribel-wadsworth.bsky.social for a conversation about the importance of civic participation, the free press and the vital role young people play in sustaining our democracy!
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 31/01/2025
The latest @pewresearch.org & Knight report reveals that almost 1 in 5 U.S. adults regularly get their news from influencers on social media. Sign up to join news influencers and social media experts on 2/16 to discuss the rapidly changing news landscape: kf.org/4aGa9e9.
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 08/01/2025
To grow and sustain 📈#LocalNews infrastructure, Knight Foundation has committed $15 million to the @INN NewsMatch program to fund independent newsrooms across the U.S. Read how this funding strategy bolsters community support for local journalism here ➡️https://kf.org/3BZRWeE.
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John Sands @iohn.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Probably a good day to re-up this report from @knightfdn.bsky.social and Gallup:
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Media and Democracy: Unpacking America’s Complex Views on the Digital Public Square
Are internet technologies doing more harm than good to our democracy? And what - if anything - should lawmakers do…
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 19/11/2024
At Knight, we’ve been closely watching the shift in how Americans get information. The latest Pew-Knight Initiative report reveals that almost 1 in 5 adults regularly get news from news influencers on social media. Swipe for key 🗝️ findings and read more here: kf.org/3CrnwlB @pewresearch.org
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 27/01/2024
ICYMI: It was inspiring to host thought leaders, industry experts, and visionaries at this year's Informed conference. They delved deep into the fabric of digital discourse, exploring what constitutes an informed and engaged democracy. You can find all the discussions here: kf.org/informed24
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INFORMED 2024: Conversations on Democracy in the Digital Age
Knight Foundation is once again convening leading experts in policy, academia and civil society to discuss the most pressing issues at the intersection of technology, media and democracy
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John Sands @iohn.bsky.social · 23/05/2023
Today we’re announcing the launch of the Knight-Georgetown Institute, a new hub that will convene and support researchers – and provide actionable, accessible, nonpartisan insights to the stakeholders and institutions that design, operate, and govern the digital information environment.
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A New Effort Aims to Ensure that the Future of Information Serves the Common Good
Empowering Decision-Making through Research:  Knight Foundation and Georgetown University Commit $30 Million Washington, D.C. – The John S. and James…
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Knight Foundation @knightfoundation.org · 29/04/2023
We're hiring a Director/Marketing & Communications at Knight Foundation! Are you a creative storyteller with experience in PR, digital strategy, website content and event design? knightfoundation.org/about/employme…
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Director/Marketing and Communications
Miami Knight Foundation is seeking a creative thinker who can translate complex ideas into impactful stories. Working with the communications…
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