Fiscal sponsorship

Supporting Innovation in Media and Information Integrity

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to advancing media innovation and fostering public trust, Hacks/Hackers offers fiscal sponsorship to aligned projects and initiatives that are just getting started on their journey.

What We Offer

Through our fiscal sponsorship program, eligible projects can operate under Hacks/Hackers' non-profit status, allowing them to:

• Accept tax-deductible donations and grants
• Access to our administrative infrastructure
• Financial oversight and reporting
• Leverage our extensive network in the media and technology ecosystem
• Receive guidance from our experienced team
• Transparent fee structure based on project size and needs

Who Should Apply

We welcome innovative projects that align with our mission of uniting diverse communities to advance media innovation and foster public trust in the information ecosystem. Ideal candidates are:

• Early-stage initiatives focused on media innovation, information integrity or public trust
• Projects that bridge journalism, technology and civic engagement
• Teams committed to improving the quality and credibility of online information
• Initiatives that promote collaboration between diverse communities

Our Track Record

Hacks/Hackers has a proven history of successfully incubating and supporting groundbreaking projects, including:

• Analysis and Response Toolkit for Trust (ARTT)
• Credibility Coalition (CredCo)
• News Detective
• Reality Team
• WikiCred

Getting Started

If you're interested in fiscal sponsorship, please contact us at contact@hackshackers.com. In your initial inquiry, please include:

1. A brief description of your project
2. How it aligns with Hacks/Hackers' mission
3. Your current stage of development
4. What you hope to achieve through fiscal sponsorship