About AP Fund for Journalism
The crisis in local news is leaving too many Americans without access to reliable reporting and community news on the issues that affect their everyday lives. Founded in 2024, AP Fund for Journalism is a stand-alone nonprofit which aims to bring the resources and expertise of The Associated Press and other talented journalists and philanthropists to bear on this critical challenge.
Why APFJ exists
Our vision
APFJ seeks to advance local news in America by ensuring that state and local news outlets across the U.S. have the content and support they need to deliver nonpartisan journalism that engages communities and advances civic life.
Our mission
APFJ seeks to have an immediate impact on the reach of public service journalism in the U.S. — and a long-term impact on the sustainability of the local news ecosystem as a whole.
Why local
news matters
By informing and engaging Americans on issues of everyday importance, local news is a foundational pillar of civic life. Without local news the spread of misinformation accelerates, participation in local government is limited and understanding of issues including health, democracy, education and climate is reduced.
Frequently asked questions
Who is The Associated Press (AP)?
The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. AP journalism reaches more than 4 billion people every day.
Why would newsrooms choose to partner with APFJ?
Partners have access to AP content in a variety of formats, including text, photos and video, plus training opportunities and other tools. Current partners have indicated that AP content drives engagement, provides opportunities to localize national stories and allows more time to focus on original reporting. Partners are regularly asked for feedback and input to improve services.
How can I support APFJ?
There are multiple ways to support APFJ with a tax deductible contribution.
Donate online
Mail a check – donations can be made out to The Associated Press Foundation for Journalism and mailed to 200 Liberty St, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10281
Matching gifts – many employers will make matching gifts to charities chosen by their employees. Check with your employer about your company’s matching gift program and contact us at [email protected] if we can assist.
Donor advised funds (DAFs) – depending on your DAF, you can make a contribution online or make a recommendation to your fund. Please reference our address above and EIN 99-2494293. If we are not in your fund’s database, have them contact us at [email protected].
IRA donations – APFJ is eligible to receive qualified charitable distributions (QCDs). Checks can be sent to our mailing address. Contact us at [email protected] if you need assistance.
Stock donations – you or your broker should contact us at [email protected] for information on donating appreciated stock.
Legacy gifts – contact us at [email protected] for information on planned gifts or remembering APFJ in your estate plan.
How is APFJ related to The Associated Press?
For the past 179 years, The Associated Press has provided fact-based, independent, nonpartisan journalism, setting and maintaining industry standards for ethics in journalism worldwide. To ensure that state and local news outlets across the U.S. can deliver nonpartisan reporting that engages communities and advances civic life, the AP formed AP Fund for Journalism in 2024. A not-for-profit, APFJ provides content, resources and consultation to sustain and grow local news outlets nationwide.
APFJ is overseen by a Board of Directors, the majority of whom are independent of AP and its affiliates. AP can apply for grants from APFJ to support editorial projects that align with APFJ’s mission to ensure widespread access to reliable, nonpartisan and fact-based news and information in underserved issue areas.
APFJ contracts with AP via a services agreement for administrative, technology, payroll processing, benefits administration, office space and other support services as needed for operations.