https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3mkn7aszhek2eIndependent 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: https://www.philanthropy.com/opinion/opinion-damico-techresearch-0426/29 Apr 2026 13:27 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkn7aszhek2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3mhgq4jbbqk27We 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 https://kf.org/kfbluesky19 Mar 2026 19:24 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhgq4jbbqk27https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lydp6ejrsc2zNEWS: Today, Knight Foundation is excited to announce $19.8 million in investments to support Detroit’s economic growth and cultural vitality.08 Sep 2025 17:11 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lydp6ejrsc2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3ly3rpr5ctk2mToday 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.05 Sep 2025 13:36 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3ly3rpr5ctk2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lwqxrsoe6s25Today, 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: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/business/the-race-to-rescue-pbs-and-npr-stations.html19 Aug 2025 13:00 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lwqxrsoe6s25https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lqneoet4cs2zWhat is “news” to Americans – and what isn’t? The latest research from the Pew-Knight Initiative asked just that. Here’s what we heard 🧵👇02 Jun 2025 18:09 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lqneoet4cs2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lprg3xyvrs2aToday we announced new leadership appointments reflecting our commitment to strengthening community engagement, information and technology. (1/4)22 May 2025 15:20 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lprg3xyvrs2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lpmf3xjuyc2vCongratulations 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 https://time.com/collections/time100-philanthropy-2025/20 May 2025 15:18 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lpmf3xjuyc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lo4ld5ustc2uThe 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/4cUNw6V01 May 2025 15:02 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lo4ld5ustc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3ln4222f6ak2sPublic 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. https://www.tennessean.com/story/opinion/contributors/2025/04/18/npr-pbs-public-media-defund-federal-government-trump/83139652007/18 Apr 2025 16:27 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3ln4222f6ak2shttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lmwupwr6m22z🚨 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.16 Apr 2025 15:09 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmwupwr6m22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3linecizw6c2z“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: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRANv8n8vB420 Feb 2025 22:40 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3linecizw6c2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lindzrtevk2z“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/3Xc9pYC20 Feb 2025 22:35 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lindzrtevk2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3limqhkyhhk2oHow 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.20 Feb 2025 16:45 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3limqhkyhhk2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3likz677o2c27Jay 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/419MKgK20 Feb 2025 00:16 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3likz677o2c27https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3likuwkjns22zAre 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 ⬇️19 Feb 2025 23:00 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3likuwkjns22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3likmne7x6k2uAI: 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. 🧵19 Feb 2025 20:32 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3likmne7x6k2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3likimb4kas23At 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:19 Feb 2025 19:19 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3likimb4kas23https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3likakwup2s27Local 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.19 Feb 2025 16:56 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3likakwup2s27https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lik5mqms722pKnight 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!19 Feb 2025 16:03 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lik5mqms722phttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3li5nsj3apk2pIn 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! https://donate.eaglesautismfoundation.org/donations/new?event=8882b7455d35f1a6e47014 Feb 2025 16:48 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3li5nsj3apk2phttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3li3uagurlc27📷 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!13 Feb 2025 23:38 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3li3uagurlc27https://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lh2vzjfack2dThe 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/4aGa9e9.31 Jan 2025 21:12 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lh2vzjfack2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/knightfoundation.org/post/3lfaemodaw22iTo 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. [contains quote post or other embedded content]08 Jan 2025 14:26 +0000at://did:plc:dc7t7gcs5eh2mmxuvkoqnfim/app.bsky.feed.post/3lfaemodaw22i