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Giving Tuesday Doubles Impact on New Hampshire Journalism

12/2/2025

Summary

Story summary

Donations on Giving Tuesday will be matched, doubling impact on local reporting in New Hampshire.
Local news organizations in New Hampshire say trustworthy journalism is essential to address homelessness, education, and healthcare.
Initiatives like the New Hampshire Community News Fund aim to strengthen the local news ecosystem and provide vital information.
University programs across the country train students to fill gaps in local news coverage and maintain community engagement.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2020, the New Hampshire Community News Fund aims to bolster local journalism, responding to a 70% reliance of residents on local media for critical information. This initiative reflects a historical trend where journalism has played a vital role in civic engagement and accountability, echoing the establishment of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation in 1962, which supports community issues across the state.

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Story summary

Donations on Giving Tuesday will be matched, doubling impact on local reporting in New Hampshire.
Local news organizations in New Hampshire say trustworthy journalism is essential to address homelessness, education, and healthcare.
Initiatives like the New Hampshire Community News Fund aim to strengthen the local news ecosystem and provide vital information.
University programs across the country train students to fill gaps in local news coverage and maintain community engagement.

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