We are here to create impact
We impact our clients. Our clients impact their societies.
We support and invest in independent media and information ventures for the common good. 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.
MDIF’s approach to impact
We look at changes on two levels: the impact of our investments on clients and our clients’ impact on their societies.
Media grow by working with MDIF
MDIF works with independent media and information ventures to help them grow resilient, resourceful businesses strong enough to safeguard their mission and independence.. We help our clients grow their audiences and revenues, develop compelling products and services, and strengthen their overall viability. In an increasingly challenging environment for independent media, the pressures are real, but so are the opportunities. Our impact analysis points to a pattern: our clients strengthen their businesses while working with us.
70%
of clients increased their revenues and reach from the beginning to the latest year of their work with us
100%
of clients described MDIF financing and support as valuable or very valuable
91%
of clients said their company experienced changes because of financing and support from MDIF
Media impact their societies
By strengthening our clients, we help empower them to carry out their vital role in society. From changing laws to changing lives.
We strengthen builders of informed societies so that they can fulfil their vital role—sharing information that drives change, from new laws to better lives. Research shows that free, viable and diverse media are essential for democracy and human progress. Their work supports peace, justice and strong institutions under SDG 16.10, while advancing progress across all Sustainable Development Goals. And beyond measurable impact lies something priceless: fostering community, understanding and clarity in a complex world.
234 million people got their news and information from MDIF clients last year.
