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EIN 84-1828337

Austin Free Press

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
2
City
Austin
State
Texas
Year formed
2019
Most recent tax filings
2024-12-01
NTEE code, primary
A33: Printing, Publishing
Description
Austin Free Press equips Austinites to make informed decisions through independent, in-depth reporting and diverse opinions while fostering civil dialogue. It champions the belief that a strong local press sustains a healthy community and democracy, striving to empower and connect residents. The publication highlights under-served populations and collaborates with Huston-Tillotson University to train journalists and showcase their work. Austin Free Press actively seeks to expand partnerships with other community groups and institutions.
Total revenues
$115,103
2024
Total expenses
$193,108
2024
Total assets
$157,338
2024
Num. employees
2
2024

Program areas at Austin Free Press

Austin Free Press began publishing on-line, local news stories in May 2024. We emphasize covering under-served populations and providing in-depth reporting. In early 2024 we began a Huston-Tillotson University partnership to train journalists and publish their work. We are in the process of expanding our partnerships with other community groups and institutions.

Who funds Austin Free Press

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Cynthia & Geo Mitchell Foundation (CGMF)Center for Austin Independent Journalism$30,000
DAFgiving360Arts, Culture & Humanities$20,500
Jacob and Terese Hershey FoundationToward General Operations$10,000

Financials for Austin Free Press

RevenuesFYE 12/2024
Total grants, contributions, etc.$115,347
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$4,741
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$-4,985
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$115,103

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Data update history
April 7, 2026
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024
February 4, 2026
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $30,000 from Cynthia & Geo Mitchell Foundation (CGMF)
January 26, 2026
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
December 5, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
November 27, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 4 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMedia and communications organizationsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Legally formed as corporationFundraising eventsState / local levelCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
PO Box 12037 111 E 17th St
Austin, TX 78701
Metro area
Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX
County
Travis County, TX
Website URL
austinfreepress.org/ 
Phone
(512) 922-1431
IRS details
EIN
84-1828337
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2019
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A33: Printing, Publishing
NAICS code, primary
5111: Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers
Parent/child status
Independent
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