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The Knight Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports journalism, arts, and community development initiatives. Founded by John S. and James L. Knight
Overview
The Knight Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports journalism, arts, and community development initiatives. Founded by John S. and James L. Knight, the foundation has been a major player in promoting democracy and civic engagement through innovative projects and partnerships with organizations like the Pew Research Center, Harvard University, and the MIT Media Lab. With a focus on digital media and community development, the Knight Foundation has invested in initiatives like the Knight News Challenge and the Knight Community Information Challenge, which have supported projects like the Wikipedia-based news platform, Wikinews, and the community-driven news site, Voice of San Diego.