Integrity Media Nfp
Integrity Media NFP is a Chicago-based nonprofit that supports independent journalism and free speech. The official site lists projects, support recipients/grantees, board members, and donation/contact details. The site gives a Chicago address (53 W. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1650) and a contact email.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-mid sized independent journalism or press-freedom nonprofit seeking general operating support, ideally known to the funder or its network and able to demonstrate strong alignment with free-speech and independent media priorities.
Good Fit
- • Clear mission in independent journalism, media freedom, or free-speech advocacy.
- • Need for flexible general operating support rather than project-specific funding.
- • Existing relationships or introductions from current grantees, board members, or mutual network partners.
- • Capacity to manage larger multi-thousand-dollar awards and to report on organizational impact.
Geography
Observed grants in the latest year reached eight states (including DC) with only about 13% remaining in the foundation state, indicating a multi-state/national footprint rather than a strictly local focus.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 15 distinct recipients and ten new grantees, and two years of filings show a spread of independent journalism and media organizations, so the recipient set is broad for the foundation’s size despite notable dollar concentration among a few large awards.
New Applicants
The funder’s public guidance says unsolicited proposals are not accepted and the default application setting is preselected only; although 10 new recipients appeared in 2024, those likely reflect invitation- or network-driven selection, so an unfamiliar applicant would have low likelihood of entering the portfolio directly.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
