Luminate funds and supports non-profit and for-profit organisations and advocates for policies and actions that can drive change. We prioritise delivering impact in four connected areas that underpin strong societies: Civic Empowerment, Data & Digital Rights, Financial Transparency, and Independent Media.
Our partners
Based around the world, our partners range from pioneering entrepreneurs to courageous global campaigners. Our support goes beyond the financial to include the practical services and advice they need to succeed.
Learn about some of our newest partners.
Latest news & insights
Blog
ICIJ: Cross-border investigative journalism - a remarkable agent of change
Luminate is pleased to announce a $1.5 million grant, over three years, to support ICIJ’s growth and independence.
Read more
Blog
PTCIJ: Deepening democracy in Nigeria through investigative and data journalism
We believe in the power of investigative journalism outlets like Premium Times Centre for Investigative Journalism (PTCIJ) to fight mis- and disinformation.
Read more
Blog
Towards a new era of public interest journalism
Now is a critical moment for public interest media to find its rightful place in global cooperation, as a global public good. A new multilateral fund can help countries to forge a shared global agenda on media support, ushering...
Read more
Blog
Hostwriter: Empowering the trailblazers telling untold stories through...
Collaborative journalism has enabled journalists to tackle large complex stories that cross borders and impact multiple communities. In investigative journalism, collaborative and cross border journalism has become a mainstay...
Read more