Investing in independent media for the common good.
MDIF provides debt and equity financing supported by strategic business advice to independent media and information ventures.
30 years of investing for impact
MDIF invests in independent media around the world that provide diverse news and facilitate the exchange of information and views people need to build free, thriving societies. This can mean a digital news portal, a TV station, a journalism data tool or an AI-powered explainer bot.
We do it for the common good. Because timely, accurate, relevant information is critical to free societies.
MDIF is a New York-registered not-for-profit corporation with 501(c)(3) public charity status. We work in countries where access to reliable news and information is under threat.
$327.8 million
in total financing
$119.1 million
current assets under management
157
media companies
invested in
50
countries invested in
We impact our clients. Our clients impact their societies
Our affordable financing and strategic advice help independent media grow, adapt and innovate. In turn, they inform millions, hold power to account, support democratic participation and drive change in their communities—because without free media, there are no free societies.
70%
of clients increased their revenues and reach from the beginning to the latest year of their work with us
234m
people got their news and information from MDIF clients last year
83%
of clients said that they created real-world change last year
Invest in MDIF
MDIF is a unique mix of human rights organization and investment fund with 30 years of experience. Join foundations, impact investors and individuals who share our conviction that free, viable and diverse media are essential for democracy and human progress.
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Explore financing for your media or information venture
We believe that to navigate challenges and seize opportunities, media need the right kind of support: patient, mission-aligned capital and strategic business advice. Whether you’re a digital startup in Asia or a multi-platform broadcaster in Eastern Europe, we’re here to help you achieve your business goals while guaranteeing your independence and mission.
Some of the media we invest in
