Grassroots DC
Support the People’s Press.
We at Grassroots DC reaffirm our commitment to community power through grassroots storytelling.
In the face of the changes soon to come, we will utilize our First Amendment rights to uplift stories that need telling, stories that need to be heard, and actions that need to be taken.
Standing up to tyranny is a choice you make everyday, regardless of who's in office. Together we can be the solution and work toward what is best for our community and therefore ourselves.
At the end of the day, we keep us safe.
Our Mission
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To teach media activism to individuals from those DC communities most impacted by white supremacy, patriarchy and the harmful extremes of capitalism
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To use the media we create to support individuals, organizations and communities working to end white supremacy, patriarchy and the harmful extremes of capitalism
The Work
Grassroots DC provides a space for media production and training to community members, individual activists and progressive nonprofits in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. Through our training programs, Grassroots DC students learn marketable skills that help to sustain themselves and their families.
Through the distribution of news media, such as radio segments, short videos, public service announcements, digital stories, etc., Grassroots DC producers and contributors report on issues important to their communities, educate policy makers and the public at large, and advocate on behalf of public policies designed to improve their lives and the lives of their neighbors.
The production and distribution of high-quality media that tells authentic stories from underserved communities, how individuals are affected by public policy AND provides strategies for impacted residents to follow is Grassroots DC’s first priority. Our productions are distributed on the Internet, public radio, public access television and any distribution outlet willing to work with us. Our plan is to flood the market with so much community journalism that no politician or public official will make a move without consulting underserved community members directly for fear that they themselves will be portrayed negatively by an increasingly potent activist media.
Why support local grassroots media?
The media landscape is increasingly dominated by large corporate interests, leaving little room for diverse, localized reporting. Our grassroots model allows us to stay free from commercial pressures and focus on stories that matter to our community. However, as an independent organization, we rely on donations and grants to sustain our work. Your financial support will enable us to:
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Expand our reporting capabilities: With funding, we can hire more local journalists and provide them with the tools they need to cover critical issues thoroughly.
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Invest in training and development: Teaching media activism to individuals from our local DC communities most impacted by white supremacy, patriarchy and the harmful extremes of capitalism.
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Enhance community engagement: We believe that journalism should be a two-way street. Your support will allow us to host more workshops, media literacy classes, and online discussions that bring the community together.
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Increase our reach: Funding will help us maintain our website, improve our online presence, and make our content more accessible to diverse audiences through multiple platforms.
Your Impact
By supporting Grassroots DC, you are not just funding journalism— you are investing in the empowerment of our community. Your donation will help keep the public informed, encourage civic engagement, and ensure that marginalized voices are heard. This is a critical time for local media, and your partnership can make a lasting impact.
Join us!
With your help, we can continue to create meaningful, impactful content that makes a difference. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us maintain our independence and stay accountable to the community we serve. Together, we can build a media ecosystem that prioritizes truth, transparency, and justice.
