Democracy Fund seeks to develop leaders among Capitol Hill staff so that policymaking and Congress reflect the diversity of our country. For me, this is…
This November, the United States will hold an election amidst a pandemic that has claimed over 180,000 American lives. Religious leaders can play a crucial…
According to the Pew Research Center, one in five Americans rely primarily on social media for their political news and information. This means a small…
Without sufficient transparency and accountability, online platforms have become hotbeds for disinformation that manipulates, maligns, and disenfranchises voters, especially people of color and women. The…
Organizations, businesses, and groups across the United States sent this statement to millions of people via social media feeds and e-mail lists in early June…
While most Americans express belief in democratic values and preference for a democratic political system, a new report published by the Voter Study Group, "Democracy…
One of the many ways funders can support equitable journalism is by investing in fair, just, and accurate reporting on and representation of Muslim Americans.…
For the past six years, Democracy Fund has distinguished itself as an organization that has sought common ground between the left and right. We have…
Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Google play an essential role in our democracy. They provide a way for communities to organize and speak…
Now researchers, reporters, and armchair pundits have immediate access to America’s diverse views on 40 top policy issues.
Results from the 2019 NewsMatch cycle, published for the first time today, show that it was the most successful to date, with an initial pool…
Democracy Fund stands in solidarity with our grantees, partners, and those across the nation who are outraged and grieving over the murders of George Floyd,…
Every election we ask ourselves, what motivates voters to participate? Could it be the love of a charismatic candidate? The dislike of a less-than-desirable one?…
Our democracy is a complex political system made of an intricate web of institutions, interest groups, individual leaders, and citizens that are all connected in…
The coronavirus pandemic has shaken much more than the ground beneath us: it has rocked every aspect of our society. This norm-shattering situation has shown…
This post was co-authored by Christine Schmidt. Over the past month, 30 states have made journalism an essential service in their disaster declarations, putting local…
Here at Democracy Fund, we’ve been focused on addressing our grantees’ shifting needs, and finding ways to support engaged journalism during the global coronavirus crisis.…
As businesses close, revenue from advertising is drying up and journalists are facing layoffs, furloughs, and the possibility of their newsrooms closing down—just when we…
As Christians prepare to celebrate Easter, they are facing a challenging environment in which church doors will be closed and families will be gathered over…
Last week, Democracy Fund joined with over 400 other grant makers to sign the Council on Foundations’ Pledge: “Philanthropy’s Commitment During COVID-19.” The pledge calls…
