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291			<h2>Press Forward mobilizes funders and resources to strengthen local news so communities are informed, connected and engaged.</h2>
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298			<h1>Why Local News</h1>
299<p><strong>Most Americans still want and value reliable local news about their communities, but it’s getting harder and harder to know who to trust online.</strong></p>
300<p>Local outlets now compete with a patchwork of platforms that provide information but often lack depth, consistency, and connection. Meanwhile, local newsrooms— which provide verified, independent reporting—have been shrinking for years. Even if it’s not always obvious, every community feels the loss.</p>
301<p>Strong local news does more than report facts. It connects neighbors, holds leaders accountable, and gives people the context they need to make decisions. When those connections fray, communities lose one of their most important sources of trust and shared understanding.</p>
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308			<h2 style="text-align: center;">A Public Mandate</h2>
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310<p style="text-align: center;">At a time when trust in so many institutions is fading, local news remains a rare and unifying source of credibility. The challenge is to ensure local outlets have the resources to meet demand with the depth and consistency communities deserve. <strong>The American public already knows this work is essential. According to our national poll:</strong></p>
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314<div class="vc_row wpb_row vc_inner vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1768702797253"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-4"><div class="vc_column-inner"><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="stats-block stats-top   vc_custom_1768703511409"><div class="aio-icon-top"><div class="ult-just-icon-wrapper  "><div class="align-icon" style="text-align:center;"></div></div></div><div class="stats-desc" id="counter-responsv-wrap-8220"><div id="counter_28920392986abf66e7c9ec6" data-id="counter_28920392986abf66e7c9ec6"  data-ultimate-target='#counter-responsv-wrap-8220 .stats-number'  data-responsive-json-new='{"font-size":"desktop:100px;","line-height":"desktop:80px;"}'  class="stats-number ult-responsive" style="  font-weight:bold;color:#5C9EAD;" data-speed="2.4" data-counter-value="66" data-separator="," data-decimal=".">0</div><div class="counter_suffix mycust ult-responsive"  data-ultimate-target='#counter-responsv-wrap-8220 .mycust'  data-responsive-json-new='{"font-size":"desktop:70px;","line-height":"desktop:60px;"}'  style=" font-weight:bold;color:#5C9EAD">%</div><div id="title-counter_28920392986abf66e7c9ec6"  data-ultimate-target='#counter-responsv-wrap-8220 .stats-text'  data-responsive-json-new='{"font-size":"","line-height":""}'  class="stats-text ult-responsive" style="font-size:18px;  "></div></div></div>
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317			<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>RELY ON LOCAL NEWS TO MAKE EVERYDAY DECISIONS</strong></p>
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324			<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>WANT INDEPENDENT LOCAL NEWS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES</strong></p>
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331			<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>SAY THEY TRUST LOCAL MEDIA</strong></p>
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338			<h1>About Press Forward</h1>
339<p>After decades of experimentation and investment, real solutions are emerging. Sustainable models are taking root. New funding streams are being built. And a generation of dynamic newsroom leaders is stepping forward with vision and urgency.</p>
340<p><strong>Press Forward is a nationwide initiative that is helping to write a new story for local news.</strong> Our network of funders works together to expand resources for the field. Together, we back proven models, test new approaches, and build the shared infrastructure that multiplies their investment and delivers lasting change.</p>
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347			<h3 style="text-align: center;">Our Approach</h3>
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362			<p style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: bold; color: #224159;">Funding</p>
363<p>Providing $400 million + since 2023 to support independent, high-quality outlets. <a href="https://www.pressforward.news/two-years-in-400m-mobilized-for-local-news/">Learn more</a> about our funding.</p>
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377			<p style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: bold; color: #224159;">Catalyzing</p>
378<p>Bringing donors together with newsrooms and partners to achieve impact no single funder could accomplish alone. Learn about our <a href="http://pressforward.news/locals">local chapters </a>in 40+ communities and regions.</p>
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392			<p style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: bold; color: #224159;">Advocating</p>
393<p>Elevating local news as a public good—essential to strong, connected communities. <a href="https://www.pressforward.news/advancing-public-policy-past-lessons-new-paths/">Read about our approach</a> to expanding access to local news through public policy.</p>
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400			<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.pressforward.news/funding-opportunities/">Learn more about our funding opportunities.</a></p>
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407			<h2>Reimagining Local News</h2>
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