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Photos: NNPA Fund celebrates 198 years of Black Press at Howard University
A major highlight of the event was the enshrinement of two legendary publishers into the Howard University Black Press Archives Gallery of Distinguished Publishers—Dr. William H. Lee, founder of The Sacramento Observer, and Walter “Ball” Smith, longtime publisher of The New York Beacon. Their contributions to Black media and journalism were honored in a historic moment that underscored their lasting impact on the industry. Read More
NNPA Fund to Host Prestigious Messenger Awards at 2025 National Convention in Savannah
The NNPA Fund is proud to announce the return of the Messenger Awards, set to take place during the 2025 NNPA Annual Convention, June 25–28, at the stunning JW Marriott Savannah Plant District Hotel. Read More
Messenger Awards Sponsorships Now Available: Celebrating Excellence And Investing In The Future
Becoming a Messenger Awards sponsor means more than recognition—it’s a statement of values. It’s a commitment to preserving legacy, promoting truth, and building a better future. Read More
Photos: NNPA Fund celebrates 198 years of Black Press at Howard University
A major highlight of the event was the enshrinement of two legendary publishers into the Howard University Black Press Archives Gallery of Distinguished Publishers—Dr. William H. Lee, founder of The Sacramento Observer, and Walter “Ball” Smith, longtime publisher of The New York Beacon. Their contributions to Black media and journalism were honored in a historic moment that underscored their lasting impact on the industry. Read More
NNPA Fund to Host Prestigious Messenger Awards at 2025 National Convention in Savannah
The NNPA Fund is proud to announce the return of the Messenger Awards, set to take place during the 2025 NNPA Annual Convention, June 25–28, at the stunning JW Marriott Savannah Plant District Hotel. Read More
Messenger Awards Sponsorships Now Available: Celebrating Excellence And Investing In The Future
Becoming a Messenger Awards sponsor means more than recognition—it’s a statement of values. It’s a commitment to preserving legacy, promoting truth, and building a better future. Read More
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Established in 1976, the National Newspaper Publishers Association Fund is closely affiliated with the esteemed trade association, the National Newspaper Publishers Association. The primary mission of the NNPA Fund is to advance scholastic and professional initiatives meticulously crafted to uphold the storied legacy of the Black Press.
About Us
Established in 1976, the National Newspaper Publishers Association Fund is closely affiliated with the esteemed trade association, the National Newspaper Publishers Association. The primary mission of the NNPA Fund is to advance scholastic and professional initiatives meticulously crafted to uphold the storied legacy of the Black Press.
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Our NNPA Fund supporters make it possible for us to succeed. Partner with the fastest-growing network of Black community news and information portals.
Impact
Focusing on the ever-changing media industry, the Fund serves as a nucleus for introducing NNPA members to new opportunities for sustainability, staff development programs, and philanthropy to improve our communities. With the goal of feeding the pipeline of future publishers, an investment of time, money, and talent is given to a younger generation of journalists and entrepreneurs.
Impact
Focusing on the ever-changing media industry, the Fund serves as a nucleus for introducing NNPA members to new opportunities for sustainability, staff development programs, and philanthropy to improve our communities. With the goal of feeding the pipeline of future publishers, an investment of time, money, and talent is given to a younger generation of journalists and entrepreneurs.
Donate
Our NNPA Fund supporters make it possible for us to succeed. Partner with the fastest-growing network of Black community news and information portals.
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HOWARD UNIVERSITY
BLACK PRESS ARCHIVES
SCHOLARSHIP WINNER THANKS NNPA FUND
MOORLAND SPINGARN
RESEARCH CENTER
HOWARD UNIVERSITY
BLACK PRESS ARCHIVES
SPONSORS
NNPA FUND ANNOUNCES
1ST ANNUAL STUDENT AWARDS