AIR and the creators that we are working with are a huge part of storytelling and the journalism landscape. And I think that’s why Ford Foundation is investing so heavily into AIR, because they see the limitations of investments, the shrinking institutional budgets.'”

'What we’re taking from this is that it shows the value of independent audio,' said Keisha A. Salmon, Executive Director of AIR...

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This is your moment to connect with fellow members, staff, and leadership — and influence the future of our organization.

RSVP now and make sure your voice is heard!

Our Annual Member Meeting is happening in just a few hours, and we need you there. We’re celebrating major accomplishments, unveiling key plans for 2025, and opening the floor for your voice to shape what comes next.

“The resources provided by the Ford Foundation will help us not only continue important work supporting independents in media, but it will enable us to start brand new initiatives that are sorely needed, like advocacy work and more,” said Keisha “TK” Dutes, AIR Board Co-President.

Thank you to the Radio & Television Business Report for sharing our news: “Ford Foundation To Fuel AIR In New Five-Year Deal.”

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The NYC Podcast Awards has partnered with AIR to present the Best Indie Podcast Award.

Submissions are open now through January 10, 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/4p7fjWp

The NYC Podcast Awards' inaugural yr is the 1st major awards show to permanently enshrine Creator Awards named after figures like Hari Kondabolu (South Asian Excellence), Debbie Millman (Student Excellence), Noura Erakat (🇵🇸 Excellence), Joanna Fang (🏳️‍⚧️ Excellence in Audio Storytelling) + more!

We’re proud of this moment and even more proud of the independents who make this work matter.

Tell us, what part of AIR’s work are you most excited to see grow?

Learn more: bit.ly/AIRfuture

This partnership helps AIR expand creator support, build a stronger workforce, deepen our advocacy work, and grow the models that will move our field forward.

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