Lenfest Institute Beyond Print program launches 11 business transformation experiments at newspapers across the U.S.

Eleven local newspapers from across the United States will receive grant funding through The Lenfest Institute’s Beyond Print program, the Institute announced today. The funding, which totals $400,000, supports independent local newspapers in reducing reliance on print, growing digital revenue, embracing new distribution platforms, and reaching new and younger audiences.

Experiments will focus on integrating vertical video, using AI at scale, using text messaging to reach younger readers, and expanding revenue with new digital advertising formats