In these challenging times for local media, revenue diversification is key. You're doing everything you can to keep advertising revenue flowing (let us help!) and membership roles growing. But what about folks who just want to support the cause of local journalism?
We've rolled out a new feature that makes it quick and easy for digital visitors to contribute directly to your organization. It comes with everything you need to solicit contributions:
More good news: Setup is FREE, and there are no additional usage fees from TownNews. (Usage and/or transaction fees from Donorbox and your chosen payment processing service may apply.)
Rick Rogers, chief revenue officer for TownNews: "As the majority local media organizations across the TownNews network have either opened or loosened their paywalls to coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, the TownNews team wanted to provide an alternative for them to accept contributions alongside the purchase of a digital membership. In just 48 hours, the product and development team at TownNews put together this Support Local Journalism contribution page that can be used by our partners. At a time when local advertising is experiencing declines, support from readers who are turning to their local media source is vital."