Lenfest Institute for Journalism
Non-profit OrganizationsPennsylvania, United States11-50 Employees
The Lenfest Institute for Journalism is a non-profit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, focused on developing and supporting sustainable business models for local journalism. Its mission centers on transforming the news industry in the digital age by bringing together news executives, media entrepreneurs, technologists, philanthropists, community leaders, and academics to strengthen the viability of local news producers and improve access to information for communities. The Institute operates within the broader journalism and nonprofit sector, aiming to address market challenges faced by local newsrooms and to foster innovations that sustain journalism over time. Recently, it has pursued initiatives such as creating networks and collaborative programs to support local journalism sustainability and digital transformation, including the launch of the Lenfest Expert Network and partnerships in AI-driven and advisory efforts.