Our Work
At LocalMatters, we believe that a well-informed community is the foundation of a thriving democracy. Our work centers on building a sustainable, scalable infrastructure for local journalism in the Pittsburgh region. As a strategic holding company, we provide the financial stewardship, operational expertise, and technological resources necessary for local news outlets to move past survival and toward growth. We aren’t just funding stories; we are investing in the long-term civic health of our neighborhoods.
Tools and Technology
LocalMatters drives digital innovation, creating modernized tools that empower independent outlets to publish, sustain, and innovate without compromising editorial freedom.
Sustainable Business Models
We act as a catalyst for local journalism by incubating new ways to fund and deliver the news. We help newsrooms identify diverse funding streams and providing the analytical tools to see what truly works.
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