Frequently asked questions
What does APFJ do?
AP Fund for Journalism is a nonprofit that ensures state and local news outlets across the U.S. have the content and support they need to deliver nonpartisan reporting that engages communities and advances civic life.
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.
What is APFJ’s legal status?
APFJ is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status as determined by the IRS. Like other 501(c)(3) organizations, APFJ must comply with rules and regulations for public charities as determined by the IRS. We are a Delaware corporation and hold a New York State business license.
Is APFJ involved in editorial decisions?
Partners and grantees retain full editorial independence. APFJ is not involved in editorial or publishing decisions.
What is APFJ’s Employer Identification Number (EIN)?
Our EIN, often referred to as taxpayer ID number, is 99-2494293. Our legal name is The Associated Press Foundation for Journalism, Inc. and we hold a certificate to do business under the trade name AP Fund for Journalism.
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.