Scripps Howard Fund and Foundation Boost Charitable Giving by 12% in 2025
Event summary
- $11 million in charitable gifts awarded by Scripps Howard Fund and Foundation in 2025, up 12% from 2024.
- $2.3 million invested in communities served by The E.W. Scripps Company through 41 fundraising campaigns.
- $1.7 million allocated to childhood literacy programs, distributing 280,000 books to Title I partner schools.
- $1.5 million dedicated to advancing journalism education, including grants and internships.
- $5.4 million from the Foundation to support investigative journalism and community journalism centers.
The big picture
The E.W. Scripps Company's nonprofit arms are doubling down on community and journalism initiatives, reflecting a broader trend among media companies to invest in local engagement and educational programs. The $11 million in charitable gifts underscores a strategic focus on fostering informed communities and supporting the next generation of journalists, aligning with industry efforts to address declining trust in media through grassroots initiatives.
What we're watching
- Sustainability of Growth
- Whether the 12% increase in charitable giving can be sustained amid potential economic fluctuations.
- Impact Measurement
- How the Fund and Foundation will track and report the long-term impact of their investments in journalism education and community programs.
- Strategic Partnerships
- The role of partnerships with universities and media organizations in advancing the Fund's mission.
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