NOTE: THE APPLICATION PERIOD FOR KNIGHT NEW WORK 2020 IS NOW CLOSED. THE FIRST ROUND OF WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER THIS YEAR — STAY TUNED. *Knight New Work 2020 FAQs are also available in Spanish and in Creole. In 2020, Knight New Work Miami will invest up to $500,000 in artists and performing arts […]
Article · August 7, 2020 by Knight Foundation
PHILADELPHIA – (August 6, 2020) – A new landmark study finds access to public spaces such as recreational areas drives deeper connections to communities for residents, but in Philadelphia more needs to be done to improve access to these amenities along race and socioeconomic lines. Commissioned by the Knight Foundation and conducted by the Urban […]
Article · August 6, 2020 by Knight Foundation
AKRON – (August 6, 2020) – A new landmark study finds access to public spaces such as recreational areas drives deeper connections to communities for residents, but in Greater Akron more can be done to improve access to these amenities along racial lines. The groundbreaking study commissioned by the Knight Foundation and conducted by the […]
Article · August 6, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Update: On Nov. 9, 2020, Gallup updated the report “American Views 2020: Trust, Media and Democracy,” to correct a methodological error. The changes do not alter the underlying integrity of the data nor the conclusions. However, specific numbers have changed for a range of results, and have been updated in this release. Learn more. WASHINGTON […]
Article · August 4, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Overview Update: On Nov. 9, 2020, Gallup updated the report “American Views 2020: Trust, Media and Democracy,” to correct a methodological error. The changes do not alter the underlying integrity of the data nor the conclusions. However, specific numbers have changed for a range of results. Learn more. There is a widening gulf between American […]
Article · August 4, 2020 by Knight Foundation
DETROIT – (July 31, 2020) – Amid a national conversation about race and equality, a landmark study reveals a gap in access to arts and culture in Detroit for residents of color as compared to whites. Commissioned by the Knight Foundation and conducted by the Urban Institute, “Community Ties: Understanding what attaches people to the […]
Article · July 31, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Urban Institute report commissioned by Knight Foundation finds that local arts and cultural activities drive community connection, but racial inequities persist. MIAMI – A landmark report commissioned by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and conducted by Urban Institute finds that people with access to arts and cultural amenities are more deeply attached […]
Article · July 15, 2020 by Knight Foundation
JUNE 29, 2020 (MIAMI) — The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced new investments to support research on the rules, norms and governance of the internet and digital platforms. The $1.7 million in 20 new grants will focus on research to inform the national conversation on technology policy issues, including free expression […]
Article · June 26, 2020 by Knight Foundation
Knight Foundation hosts several live programs that explore topics centered on the future of our democracy, community, art and journalism. #Knightlive programs
Article · June 22, 2020 by Knight Foundation
24 newsrooms will receive $20,000 grants to adopt or manage publishing platforms MIAMI — June 22, 2020 — To help news organizations better serve their communities with quality news and information, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced the first 24 recipients of support from its $2 million, three-year technology initiative to strengthen […]
Article · June 22, 2020 by Knight Foundation
To ground the insights from the “Miami’s Startup Ecosystem” report and to discuss next steps, we hosted a conversation with community leaders, “The Miami Opportunity: Expanding Access and Advancing Equity” (above). When we look back on 2020, we expect to see it as a turning point for our community. As such, we must use this […]
Article · June 16, 2020 by Knight Foundation