In February, Free Press staff fought to preserve affordable internet access, examined pivotal Supreme Court cases and reimagined what local newsrooms can look like.
In January, Free Press staff took part in a White House panel discussion, explored ways to combat harm in journalism and advocated for strong civic-media policies.
In December, Free Press staff fought for trustworthy journalism, spread the word about the campaign to restore Net Neutrality and met with leaders in Washington, D.C.
As one of 17 initial grantees, Free Press will receive funding to support the creation of policies that prioritize the information needs of underserved communities.