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Our Mission
The Chicago Independent Media Alliance is a project of the Reader Institute for Community Journalism. It is a partnership of independent, local, and community-driven media entities coming together in the spirit of collaboration, especially in creating new revenue streams and heightening independent media’s visibility.
Launched in the summer of 2019, CIMA is a project of the Reader Institute for Community Journalism Since its inception, CIMA has brought in nearly $484,695 into Chicago’s local and independent news ecosystem.
Together, CIMA’s 69 members represent 81 outlets and …
– Reach a combined audience of 4.5 million
– Represent all of the city’s 50 wards and many near suburbs
– Produce content in 6 languages
Advertise with CIMA to reach Chicago’s local communities. Explore Chicago outlet’s market volume, frequency, coverage areas, and other advertising details.
CIMA hosts annual joint fundraisers with the involvement of over 40 media entities. Donors have the option to donate to one outlet, multiple, or split their donation evenly amongst all. Donations are taken year round.
Funders
Thank you to our 2021-2022 funders
Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism CUNY Foundation
Democracy Fund
Joseph and Bessie Feinberg Foundation
Joyce Foundation
MacArthur Foundation
Polk Bros Foundation
Square One Foundation
Chicago Community Trust
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