About the Foundation
The NAA Foundation was established as the ANPA Foundation in 1961 by the Board of Directors of what was then called the American Newspaper Publishers Association. In 1992, it officially adopted its current name.
The NAA Foundation is a 501 ( C ) ( 3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible and may be made in the form of cash, securities and bequests. There are no membership requirements or dues and the NAA Foundation represents all newspapers equally.
Programs of the NAA Foundation are supported by an endowment funded by the newspaper industry.
Newspaper Association of America Foundation
Mission Statement (Revised October 31, 2005)
The Newspaper Association of America Foundation strives to develop engaged and literate citizens in our diverse society through investment in and support of programs designed to enhance student achievement through newspaper readership and appreciation of the First Amendment.
The Foundation’s programs and products emphasize the use of newspapers and other media by young people. Foundation support is concentrated in three primary focus areas:
Newspaper In Education (NIE): The Foundation maintains a nationwide system of cooperation between newspapers and schools designed to enhance student achievement and appreciation of the First Amendment in a variety of subject areas through the use of newspapers and other media. The Foundation provides resources and training on using newspapers in schools and helps newspapers develop strategic plans for providing NIE services to educators.
Youth Content: The Foundation supports the Youth Editorial Alliance, a nationwide coalition of newspapers dedicated to advocating the value content targeted toward youth. The Foundation provides resources and training in the development of youth content in newspapers; serves as a clearinghouse for youth readership initiatives; and helps newspapers plan and evaluate youth features and content.
Student newspapers: The Foundation encourages collaboration between newspapers and schools to support student-produced media. The Foundation works with scholastic media associations nationwide to provide training and resources, with an emphasis on enhancing appreciation of the First Amendment.
