1 — Want to spend $10 to get $20?
2 — Want investigative,
in-depth journalism about Ithaca?
3 — Then support
"Spotlight on Ithaca," and get $20 at many beloved stores
for giving $10 to our new story series project.
Here's how it works:
About: The Ithaca Voice was launched last year because local newspapers across the country are in the middle of a financial crisis that has dramatically cut the number of reporters nationwide.
This is a crisis — not only for those who love reading quality journalism, but also for communities suddenly bereft of the reporting and scrutiny that, as Thomas Jefferson once said, are essential for the functioning of free societies.
That's why we're excited today to launch "Spotlight on Ithaca" — a new idea for funding in-depth, investigative local journalism amid staggering declines in revenue for small and mid-sized newspapers.
The project offers readers a discount at one of 10 local businesses in exchange for a discount. Each reward is greater than the requested donation.
For instance, donate $10 to the Ithaca Voice in-depth reporting fund and you can choose to get $20 in store credit — with restrictions — at some of Ithaca's best establishments. These include Gola Osteria, an upscale Italian restaurant; Atlas Bowl, a popular bowling alley and bar in Trumansburg; and Island Health & Fitness, a heavily trafficked local gym. (Full list of rewards on the right.)
Support for Critical Journalism: The Ithaca Voice will be writing a multi-part story series of substantial length and depth that will be published over the course of several days for "Spotlight on Ithaca."
The best example of what this might look like is Melissa Whitworth's 10-part series, "Hope on the Homefront," an exploration of the struggles and successes of Tompkins County's veterans. That series ran over the course of several months and drew wide acclaim from readers.
Another example of this type of in-depth report comes from Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs, who wrote "Sex in the Shadows: An in-depth look at prostitution in Ithaca."
In a poll we conducted in September, a plurality of readers — about 25 percent — said they wanted to see an increase in Ithaca Voice "in-depth story series" more than any other story form.
"We need more in-depth information," one wrote. "Keep digging."
An overview of the perks:
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Ithaca Voice presents 'Spotlight on Ithaca' Community
Our community shows our leading supporters and the contributions they've made or inspired by sharing our campaign.
How it works
To appear in our community, simply make a contribution to our campaign
and show your name, or inspire a contribution from someone else by sharing your personal link (below).
The more contributions you make or inspire, the higher you'll go and the more the campaign will benefit.
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Donate $5 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, and get two free wine tastings at Ports NY — value: $10 — on Ithaca's West-End. (Must buy one $45 bottle of wine to get $10 discount.) For more about the winery: http://www.portsofnewyork.com/
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Donate $5 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, get 10 percent off your next purchase at The Bookery in the Dewitt Mall. For more about the bookstore: http://thebookery.com/
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Donate $10 to the Ithaca Voice investigative reporting fund, get $20 to use at Ba-Li Cravings in Ithaca. https://balicravings.wordpress.com/ Restrictions: Minimum order of $40, must be used before Jan. 1, 2016.
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting at the Ithaca Voice, get $20 to spend at the K-House, a karaoke bar near the Ithaca Mall. Restrictions: Must spend at least $50 to redeem $20, and cannot be used on Saturdays, holidays or graduation weekends.
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting at the Ithaca Voice, get i$20 in Ithaca Dollars. Here are a few of the ways you can use Ithaca Dollars: Drinks at Argos Inn; Movie tickets at Cinemapolis; Life's So Sweet chocolates; Gems at Multifaceted Minerals; Breakfast or lunch at Center Cafe; Center Haircutters; For a check-up at Clarity Eye Care; At the clothing store Breathe. See more places you can spend Ithaca Dollars at Ithacash.com/
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, and we'll give you $20 in store credit for The Yoga School in downtown Ithaca. You can use the $20 at The Yoga School on any purchase unless you're already using a separate discount code for The Yoga School. For more about The Yoga School: http://yogaschoolithaca.com
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, get $20 off at the best Italian restaurant in Ithaca. (Store credit only valid on purchases of $60 or higher.) For more about Gola: http://golaosteria.com
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, get $20 of store credit at Island Health and Fitness — Ithaca's number one gym — on purchases of $45 and up. Restrictions: One coupon per person; they cannot be combined with any other offer, and cannot be applied toward monthly dues. For more about Island Health & Fitness: http://www.islandhealthfitness.com/
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Donate $10 to the Ithaca Voice reporting fund, and get $20 to eat at Madeline's Restaurant on the Ithaca Commons! Restrictions: $20 in store credit can only be used on purchases of $60 and up, and cannot be used on Fridays, Saturdays or on holidays or graduation weekends. For more about Madeline's: http://madelines-restaurant.com
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, and get $20 of store credit for your next purchase at McNeil Music in downtown Ithaca! (Only usable on purchases of $50 or more.) For more about McNeil Music: http://www.mcneilmusicofithaca.com/
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Donate $10 to fund in-depth reporting about the Ithaca area, get $20 in store credit for Atlas Bowl in Trumansburg. (Can only be used on purchases of $55 or more.)
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Donate $10 to the Ithaca Voice, get a 25 percent discount off any purchase at the Petrune clothing store on the Ithaca Commons. More here: http://www.petrune.com/
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Donate $10 to the Ithaca Voice, get a 10% discount on your next purchase at Cayuga Ski and Cyclery on Ithaca's West State Street. For more about the store: http://cayugaskiandcyclery.com/
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Donate $10 to the Ithaca Voice, get $20 off any SKI or BIKE service of $65.00 or more at the Cayuga Ski and Cyclery. For more about Cayuga Ski and Cyclery: http://cayugaskiandcyclery.com/
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Come down to the Ithaca Voice office and Photographer/Videographer Benjamin Torrey will take a free professional headshot for you.
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Donate $200 to the Ithaca Voice's investigative reporting fund, and we'll give $250 in free Ithaca Voice advertising to any non-profit in Ithaca or Tompkins County.
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Donate $400 to the Ithaca Voice's investigative reporting fund, and we'll give $500 in free Ithaca Voice advertising to any non-profit in Ithaca or Tompkins County.
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Donate $800 to the Ithaca Voice's investigative reporting fund, and we'll give $1,000 in free Ithaca Voice advertising to any non-profit in Ithaca or Tompkins County.
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Donate $1,500 to the Ithaca Voice's investigative reporting fund, and we'll give $2,000 in free Ithaca Voice advertising to any non-profit in Ithaca or Tompkins County.
