Tiny News Collective

About

Tiny News Collective (TNC) is a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, PA, focused on empowering early-stage news founders and entrepreneurs. TNC supports the creation of sustainable, community-centered media outlets that address civic information gaps in underserved communities across the United States. The organization provides tools, resources, training, and a supportive network to help diverse individuals, including journalists, organizers, and those without formal journalism training, launch and grow mission-driven news organizations. TNC offers comprehensive operational support tailored to first-time founders. This includes access to shared resources, training in audience engagement and business planning, legal and administrative assistance, and opportunities for community networking. TNC emphasizes reducing startup costs and barriers, allowing founders to concentrate on their audience and content. The organization has received significant funding to support its initiatives and holds a 4/4 Star rating on Charity Navigator. TNC fosters a diverse network of community media founders, helping them experiment with sustainability and meet local information needs.