Courageous Journalism Investment – Support Independent Media
- raw Story is an autonomous news organization focused on investigative reporting and progressive perspectives.
- Raw Story relies on reader support to fund its operations.There are two primary methods for making a donation:
- As of September 4, 2023, Raw Story continues to report on ongoing political challenges, including the efforts of Senate Republicans to obstruct Democratic legislative initiatives, as highlighted in...
Supporting Raw Story: A Guide to Donations and Impact
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What is Raw Story?
raw Story is an autonomous news organization focused on investigative reporting and progressive perspectives. Founded in 2004 by John Byrne, the publication aims to counter mainstream media narratives and provide in-depth coverage of political and social issues. Raw Story also offers a membership program, RawStory+, providing exclusive content and benefits to subscribers.
How to Donate to Raw Story
Raw Story relies on reader support to fund its operations.There are two primary methods for making a donation:
- paypal: Donations can be made securely through PayPal by clicking hear.
- Check: Donations can also be sent via check, made payable to “Raw Story Media, Inc.” and mailed to:
Raw Story Media,Inc.
PO Box 38654
Germantown, TN 38183
How Your Donations Are Used
Support for Raw Story is directly allocated to two key areas:
- Original Investigative Reporting: Funding supports in-depth investigations into important political and social issues.
- RawStory+ Membership Program: Donations help sustain and expand the benefits offered to RawStory+ members, including exclusive content and community features.
As of September 4, 2023, Raw Story continues to report on ongoing political challenges, including the efforts of Senate Republicans to obstruct Democratic legislative initiatives, as highlighted in their recent coverage. The organization emphasizes the ongoing “struggle for democracy” in the face of perceived “lies, corruption, and violence.”
Tax Implications
It is indeed critically important to note that donations to Raw Story Media, Inc. are not tax-deductible. This is as Raw Story is a for-profit media organization and dose not qualify as a charitable organization under IRS guidelines.
Raw Story’s Coverage in 2023
Throughout 2023, Raw Story has focused on several key areas of coverage, including:
| Topic | Examples (as of Sept 4, 2023) |
|---|---|
| Political Obstructionism | Reporting on Senate Republican efforts to block Democratic legislation. |
| investigations into Political Figures | Ongoing investigations into potential conflicts of interest and ethical breaches. |
| Social Justice Issues | Coverage of protests, activism, and policy debates related to racial and economic justice. |