Poynter, Press Forward Central Appalachia create program for local news funders.
Funders will share knowledge with peers to expand philanthropy for news that strengthens local communities.
The free, six-month course will include sessions on what is working in local news funding.
The course is available to funders interested in or already investing in the news and journalism ecosystem.
A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.

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