Led the transformation of the Knight brothers’ legacy for a new era, investing over $2.3 billion to support informed, engaged and inclusive communities through journalism, arts, economic development and research MIAMI, FL — Alberto Ibargüen, president of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation since 2005, publicly announced his decision to retire from the […]
The New Americans Campaign will expand access to U.S. naturalization services for legal permanent residents in communities across the country. (September 17, 2021) – United States citizenship is one of the key pillars in achieving full participation in societies where immigrants live and work. To help immigrants participate more fully in civic life — a […]
Knight Media Forum 2024 Apologies, but your browser is having trouble loading this banner. In the midst of technological upheaval, environmental challenges, and increasing polarization, we are intensifying our dedication to collaboration. Emphasizing trust, community engagement, and resilience, we invite you to join us in the exploration of the intersection between journalism and philanthropy. Together, […]
Knight Foundation and the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) were pleased to welcome three dozen public library directors, civic and philanthropic leaders to Miami for a discussion on how these public institutions can be well positioned for the future. Day 1 Welcome Address Jorge Martinez, Knight Foundation, John S. Bracken, Digital Public Library of […]
Twenty-six newsrooms will receive $20,000 grants to deploy the publishing solution of their choice, in second year of Knight initiative MIAMI — June 30, 2021 — The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced the second set of recipients from its $2 million, three-year initiative to strengthen digital publishing solutions in newsrooms. This year, 26 […]
Winners of Knight Foundation’s inaugural initiative to show their works at BOOM Festival in spring 2020 CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Sept. 19, 2019—The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced the winners of its inaugural Celebrate Charlotte Arts initiative, which supports projects by and for residents of Charlotte that showcase artistic excellence and capture the spirit of the […]
$1M investment will help Brigades in Miami, Charlotte, Detroit, Philadelphia, San Jose, St. Paul and Boulder build sustainable business models for civic technology. MIAMI – May 11, 2021 – Code for America will strengthen the business models and practices of local technology Brigades chapters in seven U.S. cities with an investment from the John S. […]
*as of 2/23/2021 First Name Last Name Organization Craig Aaron Free Press Becca Aaronson News Product Alliance Jonathan Abbott GBH Public Media Nicole Abelson nicole Abelson Carol Abrams The Annie E. Casey Foundation Ellen Acconcia Carolina Public Press Migell Acosta San Diego County Library Chris Adamo WhereBy.Us Peter Adams The News Literacy Project Alice Adams […]
Charlotte – (August 17, 2020) – A new groundbreaking study finds access to public spaces such as recreational areas drives deeper connections to communities, but in Charlotte 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 Urban Institute, “Community […]
Download Transcriptions: English – Spanish EPISODE 21: THE IMPORTANCE OF LOCAL LEADERSHIP AMID NATIONAL DIVISIONS After an election that reflected deep national polarization, what are local governments doing to move forward? For Knight Foundation’s latest episode of Coast to Coast, Daniella Levine Cava of Miami-Dade County, Fla., Vi Lyles of Charlotte, N.C., Jim Kenney of Philadelphia, PA. — […]
KNIGHT PUBLIC SPACES FORUM OCTOBER 21–22, 2020 | #PUBLICSPACES20 DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE AGENDA WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 12:30 – 12:45 p.m. Arrivals and Registration 12:45 – 1 p.m. Welcome and Forum Framing Speaker: Alberto Ibargüen, President and CEO, Knight Foundation 1 – 2:05 p.m. Ideas Plenary: Changing Public SpacesA dynamic group of leading professionals will each share […]