Journalism Funders Forum

Focus
Ecosystem

Year of establishment
2017

Year of investment
2025

Country
Belgium

Journalism Funders Forum is an open European network of philanthropic foundations and organisations that work together to fund journalism more effectively and with greater impact, with a particular focus on independent, high-quality media across Europe. The platform facilitates knowledge sharing, collaboration, and insights on funding strategies for news media and journalism that serves the public interest.

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Journalism and media funding across Europe mapped in report

16.3.2026 - Journalism Funders Forum

The Journalism Funders Forum has published an overview of how journalism and media are funded across Europe. The report highlights the role of philanthropy and the diversity of funding models shaping the media landscape.

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Four scenarios for the future of journalism education

20.1.2025 - Journalism Funders Forum

The Journalism Funders Forum outlines possible futures for journalism education by 2030. The scenarios explore skills, funding, and the evolving role of journalism in society.

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Growing willingness among philanthropists to support journalism

13.10.2021 - Stimuleringsfonds voor de Journalistiek

Research shows that philanthropists are increasingly willing to support journalistic initiatives. This points to new opportunities for sustainable funding of independent media.

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Donors play key role in strengthening quality journalism

8.6.2017 - European Journalism Centre

The European Journalism Centre outlines how donors can support strong and independent journalism. The focus is on effective support and long-term impact.