Austen takes over from Frank Borges who served as chair since 2019.
Article · March 7, 2024 by Knight Foundation
Austen takes over from Frank Borges who served as chair since 2019.
Article · March 7, 2024 by Knight Foundation
The main objective of this assessment is to understand the effects of grantees’ interventions in the context of Knight’s goals for sustainability of local news.
Article · February 19, 2024 by Knight Foundation and Knight Foundation
Overall, the eight Knight communities’ news ecosystems are trending in the right direction. For all five that were baselined in 2020, the information providers have remained steady, with some contraction in the commercial sector and some growth in the nonprofit sector.
Article · February 19, 2024 by Knight Foundation
This report describes the development of the Framework and Self-Assessment Tool and shares aggregate findings from the 83 grantee users. It concludes with learnings from the project and ideas for next steps.
Article · January 16, 2024 by Knight Foundation and Knight Foundation
MIAMI – Knight Foundation announced the appointment of Marta Viciedo as Program Director in Miami. A social entrepreneur with expertise in urban planning, civic engagement and public policy, Marta brings a wealth of experience in addressing economic and public infrastructure challenges as well as a passion for fostering thriving, connected communities. Previously, Viciedo served as […]
Article · December 20, 2023 by Knight Foundation
This report provides an overview of the Knight Research Network’s activity primarily over the period August 2021 to August 2022.
Article · December 15, 2023 by Knight Foundation
Knight Foundation engaged HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) to evaluate the impact of its philanthropic grantmaking in supporting revitalization efforts in select downtowns and neighborhoods. This report is composed of three main sections: (1) an introduction to revitalization and markers of successful revitalization; (2) an overview of specific cities that have received revitalization-focused investments; and (3) a concluding summary of best practices and implications for future investment strategy.
Article · October 30, 2023 by Knight Foundation
Technology plays an invaluable role in enhancing the way art is created, disseminated and experienced. We created the Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund to support the long-term sustainability of Charlotte’s arts community by providing practitioners with the tools they need to increase the integration of technology in their work. 2023 Fund recipients are a […]
Article · October 17, 2023 by Knight Foundation
Miami, FL – Charles Olson has been elected a trustee of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. As the grandson of James L. Knight, Olson brings family legacy, business acumen and community building experience to the role. His appointment fills a vacancy left by his mother, Beverly Knight Olson, who stepped down after […]
Article · October 10, 2023 by Knight Foundation and Knight Foundation
Delivered by Knight Foundation president Alberto Ibargüen at the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce in recognition of the “Sand in my Shoes” Award on October 4, 2023. Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests, my fellow Miamians: thank you. Joe, Dave, Amy, Steve, Rudy, Alfred, thank you. And thank you, all, for being here tonight. I’m honored […]
Article · October 6, 2023 by Knight Foundation
MIAMI – The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation proudly welcomes Allan Madoc as the new Program Director for San Jose. Madoc’s extensive background in investing in outcomes-driven entrepreneurs and institutions positions him well to advance Knight’s mission of a more informed and engaged San Jose. Since 2008, Knight has dedicated over $38 million […]
Article · October 4, 2023 by Knight Foundation