Investigative Journalism in the Public Interest

At its core, ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More exists to confront abuses of power, betrayals of public trust, and systemic failures across government, corporations, and influential institutions. Our guiding belief is simple yet powerful: investigative journalism, when carried out with rigor and moral conviction, has the capacity to shine a sustained light on wrongdoing and ultimately drive reform. We see journalism not just as a profession, but as a public service with a moral force behind it.

What We Do

ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More is an independent, nonprofit newsroom created to pursue journalism that digs deeper than daily headlines. Unlike many outlets that must move quickly from one story to the next, we devote the time and resources necessary to uncover the full truth. Our reporters ask hard questions, follow complicated trails of evidence, and bring to light information that others would prefer to keep hidden. Whether it is corruption in politics, misconduct in business, or systemic failures in criminal justice, we remain committed to exposing the facts with clarity and integrity.

But publishing a single story is not the end of our process. One of ProPublica’s defining principles is persistence: we stay with important issues for months or even years, ensuring that they remain in the public eye long enough to generate meaningful change. This persistence has become a hallmark of our newsroom and is one of the reasons our work has produced tangible results.

The Breadth of Our Coverage

With more than 150 experienced journalists on staff, we cover a vast range of issues that impact people’s lives every day. Our reporting spans government and politics, corporate accountability, criminal justice reform, environmental protection, education, healthcare systems, immigration policies, and the evolving landscape of technology. Each investigation is chosen for its potential to illuminate hidden truths, reveal injustices, and create opportunities for reform.

The outcomes of our work speak for themselves. ProPublica’s reporting has led to the passage of new laws, the reversal of harmful practices, the resignation or discipline of leaders, and increased accountability at local, state, and national levels. Beyond policy changes, our journalism empowers citizens by giving them the information they need to understand complex systems and demand better from those who govern and influence society.

Why We Are Different

Investigative journalism is demanding, time-consuming, and expensive. Many traditional news organizations, under pressure from shrinking budgets and fast-paced news cycles, have been forced to scale back or eliminate investigative desks altogether. ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More was created precisely to fill this void. As a nonprofit newsroom, our resources come primarily from donations by individuals, foundations, and supporters who believe in the vital role of independent journalism.

Nearly every dollar we receive is invested directly into our investigations. We maintain strict standards of financial transparency so that donors can see how their contributions are used. This accountability ensures that the people who support ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More are not only funding journalism, but helping protect democracy itself.

Our Origins and Commitment

Founded in 2007–2008, ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More was built on the conviction that investigative journalism is essential for a healthy democracy. From the start, we understood that shining a light on corruption and misconduct requires both courage and independence. Our founders, journalists, and early supporters believed that even in an era of financial instability for traditional media, investigative reporting must not only survive but thrive.

Since then, our newsroom has remained true to that vision. We have grown into a community of journalists who are driven by public service, guided by truth, and sustained by the belief that exposing wrongdoing is the first step toward justice. For us, journalism is not simply about telling stories — it is about creating impact.

Looking Forward

In a world where surveillance, disinformation, and abuses of authority continue to threaten public trust, the need for investigative journalism has never been greater. ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More stands as a testament to what can be achieved when journalists are given the freedom, time, and resources to pursue the truth without compromise.

We remain steadfast in our mission: to expose corruption wherever it may hide, to give voice to those who have been silenced, and to use the moral force of investigative journalism to inspire reform. ProPublicaProPublica is an independent nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigative journalism. With a team of more than 150 reporters, it uncovers corruption, abuses of power, and systemic problems in politics, business, healthcare, education, the environment, and more. ProPublica goes beyond one-off stories, pursuing issues until they drive change—leading to new laws, policy reversals, and accountability for leaders. Funded primarily by donations, the organization is built on transparency, independence, and a commitment to serving the public interest. More is not just a newsroom — it is a commitment to democracy, accountability, and the idea that truth has the power to change the world.