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Your Impact Through Giving
When you contribute to Five Wards Media & The Newark News & Story Collaborative, you're investing in the power of local media. Financial support is vital in producing in-depth news and features about our communities. It enables us to provide Newark residents with the tools and training to narrate their own experiences, ensuring their stories are told, heard, and valued.
Become a Patron of Local Voices
Five Wards Media, in alliance with the Newark News & Story Collaborative, is the heartbeat of service journalism in Newark, New Jersey. We are the digital town square for the voices of Newark—a place where the narratives of our city are shared, shaped, and celebrated. Our mission is to deliver storytelling that not only centers but also empowers the residents of Newark and our wider community.
Donate Your Time
Your time is as valuable as your monetary donation. Volunteering with us, you help amplify the reach of local stories and support our mission on the ground. Whether through community outreach, event support, or content creation, teaching a community class, your hands-on involvement is instrumental to our growth and impact.
Join a Community of Changemakers
We are committed to uplifting voices historically underrepresented in media. Our work seeks to reshape the media landscape to be more inclusive and reflective of the diverse tapestry that makes up Newark.
Donate Today
Your support can take many forms, but each act of generosity brings us closer to a more informed and connected Newark. Donate, offer your time, and become an advocate for community-centered storytelling and media.
Five Wards Media & The Newark News & Story Collaborative is proudly fiscally sponsored by the Tiny News Collective, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. This means your donations are not just contributions—they are tax-deductible investments in the fabric of our community.
To make a tax-deductible donation by check, please mail it to:
Tiny News Collective, C/O Five Wards Media (re: Newark Stories)
1500 Chestnut Street
#2113 Philadelphia, PA 19102
If you’d like an email receipt, include your email address. Otherwise, one will be mailed your way. If you have questions about your donations, please contact: Heather Bryant, Tiny News Collective Interim Executive Director
heather@tinynewsco.org
Monetary $$$ support is great AND there are other ways you can support us and our work!
Building community is one of our most important goals. We are always open to people donating their time and resources to support us and our work. Complete our form and someone from our team will be in touch.