About the Nebraska Journalism Trust

The Nebraska Journalism Trust was incorporated in April 2021 with the mission to uncover truth, amplify diverse voices and enrich life in Nebraska. Its board established bylaws and immediately adopted policies to ensure journalistic integrity and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in publishing and operations.

The Nebraska Journalism Trust is a member of the Institute for Nonprofit News and publishes corporate documents, policies and financials in accordance with its own policies and the policies of the national INN network.

Contact: Matt Wynn, Executive Director

Our Mission

To uncover truth, amplify diverse voices, and enrich life in Nebraska through journalism.

Our Vision

A thriving local news ecosystem that serves all of Nebraska well.

Our Values

Inclusive team: Recruit board members, staff and freelancers who are broadly representative of Nebraska in all ways.
Inclusive systems: Intentionally reach and engage with historically underrepresented communities.
Journalistic principles: Report with honesty, integrity, and fairness through a nonpartisan lens. Support civic participation and the First Amendment. Protect sources and advocate for press freedoms.
Transparency: Build trust by sharing financials and policies, and explaining how our journalism works.
Fiscal responsibility: Manage funds wisely and efficiently, and report back to donors.

Our Goals

JOURNALISM

Serve as a watchdog through accountability journalism, causing leaders to act.
Produce journalism that fosters constructive dialogue, helping Nebraskans relate to one another.
Develop a common fact base across political, geographic and cultural differences.
Uncover truth with original reporting that is additive, not duplicative.

PEOPLE

Build audience and improve journalism through community engagement.
Recruit and retain journalism talent in Nebraska.

OPERATIONS

Implement best practices for fiscal responsibility, accountability and transparency.
Grow sustainably with funders, community members and other stakeholders.