Investments in downtown and neighborhood revitalization are more crucial than ever as cities across America grapple with post-pandemic economic pressures, increasing displacement concerns, and aging infrastructure. A new report reflects on the impact of such investments by examining the efficacy of Knight Foundation’s grantmaking strategy in nine American cities. In 2022, Knight Foundation commissioned HR&A […]
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.
The funding will help bring Playwrights’ Center to St. Paul and support new work, diverse artists and civic engagement. ST. PAUL, Minn. — (Dec. 17, 2020) — The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation announced a $1.5 million investment to help in the relocation of the prestigious Playwrights’ Center from Minneapolis to St. Paul’s […]
The funding will help Charlotte arts and cultural institutions integrate technology and boost equity to engage broader audiences. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — (Dec. 17, 2020) — In a time of physical distancing, technology is playing a key role in helping artists, arts organizations and cultural institutions connect with communities near and far. To enable this transition, […]
Nota: esta página ha sido archivada. Visite Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund para obtener la información más reciente. Preguntas frecuentes El Fondo Knight Art + Tech Expansion proveerá apoyo técnico para crear capacidad para artistas en Charlotte. El fondo proveerá apoyo operacional para artistas individuales así como organizaciones artísticas. El fondo no está basado […]
Nine Miami organizations received support to increase diversity, use technology to expand audience engagement and produce new works adapted to physical distancing. MIAMI — (Dec. 17, 2020) — The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced a $2.2 million investment to support nine Miami arts and culture organizations’ quest to increase diversity and […]
Cities across the United States are transforming urban landscapes once divided by highways, rebuilding communities with innovative revitalization projects and fostering new connections through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program. In the mid-20th century, the building of highways and freeways in many Knight Foundation communities came at a cost––their construction divided and cut off vibrant urban […]
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news for young civic innovators across the United States! The Knight Emerging City Champions (KECC) program is making a comeback after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With applications opening on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, this program is set to support 20 young, diverse leaders annually in eight […]
Eight organizations will use technology and open data to boost community engagement and enhance public services (March 8, 2022) – To help build more engaged communities, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation is investing over $4 million in eight organizations that use technology and data to develop and apply smart city strategies. The […]
Today, I should be in Charlotte enjoying the 5th annual BOOM festival, an artist-led presentation of contemporary visual and performing arts, which is supported by Knight Foundation. The 2020 festival was originally scheduled for this weekend, April 17 – 19 and like many events across the country, it’s been postponed until further notice as a […]
Twenty-five newsrooms will receive $20,000 grants to deploy an improved publishing solution, in third year of Knight initiative in partnership with News Revenue Hub MIAMI — July 19, 2022 — The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced the third set of recipients from its $2 million, three-year initiative, Sustainable Publishing Solutions (SPS), […]
