On July 10, Lion Publishers announced the finalist for the 2024 Lion Sustainability Awards. Of the 56 entries of 40 organizations, six Indiegraf network publishers were recognized in seven prize categories for their achievements during journalism impact, financial health and operational flexibility. The winners will be announced during the Lion Awards Festival and Dinner on 5 September in Chicago, Lion’s independent news stability summit Fro Sept 5-7. (If you are participating then be sure to say hello to the Indigraff team!)
We recognized all the indeeegraf network publisher finalist, award category for him and explained about their work details. The details were self-reported and edited slightly for length and clarity by the lion employees.
🍊 pulp Is a finalist for New lion business of yearWhich recognizes a lion member – installed after 1 January, 2023 – which exhibits even in its very early stages, a clearly defined commitment to work towards achieving stability through operational flexibility, financial health and journalism effects.
“The clearly defined startup strategy of the pulp gave him vision and runway to start a successful funding campaign, create a supporting news room culture and produce well written and interesting materials. He aims to secure 15 ‘founders of $ 12,000 in the first year. Then, soon after launching, he raised another $ 40,000 from the readers in two weeks. They are now starting a business membership program. In 2023, his annual revenue was $ 180,000. ,
🤝 2puntosplatform Is a finalist for Operations flexibility in small revenue levels (between $ 50,000 and $ 500,000 in annual revenue)Which recognizes the member of a lion, who has made significant progress towards strengthening its operating flexibility by establishing processes, policies and staff supporting, managing development and promoting stability to promote stability.
“2puntosplatform made transformational changes last year, increasing its operations, work culture and workflows. He rebuilt job roles, picked up the stipend and started new cooperation processes. He also organized his first in-Person Team Summit, adopted new digital tooling and allocated more equipment for his team. Importantly, 2puntos from a lLC to 501 (c) (3) transitioned in a non -profit organization, established an directors and began working with an accountant and bookkeeper. ,
🌱 Planet Detroit Is a finalist for Financial health awardWhich recognizes a lion member who has made significant progress towards strengthening his financial health, by developing a plan to earn money, managing a budget, and/or by monitoring revenue and expenses to expand its financial runway.
“This year, Planet Detroit doubled its audience, web traffic and reader revenue. Their long-term revenue strategy aims to enhance and maintain three revenue sources-Perry, reader revenue, and impact partnerships and sponsorship. In 2023, he attracted more than $ 283,000 in philanthropic investment and received more than $ 18,000 from 35 impact partners. They are ready for development and have strategies and systems to carry forward that development. ,
🧡 Conecta Arizona Is a finalist for Journalism Impact Award in Micro Revenue Level (Less than $ 50,000 in annual revenue)Which recognizes a lion member who has consistently produced journalism with meaningful and performing influence in his communities.
“When Peru migrants began arriving in the US through the Arizona-Mexico border, Conta Arizona received messages from relatives concerned of the migrants. He had no one to contact Arizona, as there was no embassy or consulate to address people with the needs of established citizens and consular security. But thanks to the reporting of Conta Arizona, which raised these voices and reached the authorities in Peru, approved the establishment of Peru’s general consulate in Phoenix, AZ. ,
Conta Arizona There is also a finalist for Community engagement award in micro revenue level (less than $ 50,000 in annual revenue)Who recognizes a lion member who has gained general excellence under the influence of journalism by demonstrating a deliberate and systematic approach to community engagement, with constant stories, and tells by those they are working to serve.
“La Hora Dell Capito Pahal of Konta Arizona attached his audience through daily conversation on WhatsApp. Through WhatsApp, they are engaged in over 1,200 hearing sessions in four years. He has hosted more than 300 experts in direct conversation with the community. Social media, a weekly radio show, and their multi -platform approach, including partnership with traditional news outlets, ensures widespread access to accurate information. ,
🐝 Burlington Buzz Is a finalist for Year product in micro / small revenue level (less than $ 500,000 in annual revenue)Which recognizes a lion member who developed a successful and creative short -term or long -term product to strengthen his journalism effect, financial health and operational flexibility.
“Burlington Buzz created a series of digital-first seasonal guides, supported by local business advertising, is supported to highlight the relevant tips for various seasons, activity ideas and community events. Marketed by Buzz throughout the season, guides feature stories, cuisine and tips from readers, buzz staff, local businesses and municipal community. This initiative co-made with the community helps the Burlington residents live their best life, supporting the financial stability of the community’s economy and the buzz. ,
🔦 La Eskwina TX Is a finalist for Year cooperation in micro / small revenue level (less than $ 500,000 in annual revenue)Which recognizes a lion member who has successfully formed a short -term or long -term cooperation with at least another organization to positively influence his journalism effect, financial health and operational flexibility.
“La Eskwina TX created ‘presinetanos tu caso’, so that consumer can empower the Spanish -speaking immigrant community to report and resort. Through an online form and dedicated phone line, users can present complaints about scams, fraud businesses and other consumer issues that they have faced. Tireless efforts to help in helping or connect them with appropriate legal authorities.
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