Press Forward
Overview
Press Forward is a philanthropic coalition of over 20 funders that plans to invest more than $500 million over five years to strengthen local news and information in the United States.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voice Publishing Company, Inc. | Oct 2024 | Grant | Lead |
| URL Media | Oct 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
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Key People
Christina Shih
Senior Director of Development, Learning, Strategy
Caroline Merenda
Director, Chapter Advancement
Melissa Milios Davis
Director of Grantmaking
Jessica Silverman
Chief Development Officer
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Press Forward based?
Press Forward is headquartered in United States.
When was Press Forward founded?
Press Forward was founded in 2023.
How many portfolio companies does Press Forward have?
Press Forward has 5 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Press Forward's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Voice Publishing Company, Inc., URL Media.
What was Press Forward's most recent investment shown here?
Press Forward's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in URL Media in 2025.
What sectors does Press Forward focus on?
Press Forward focuses on Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Enterprise Software, Real Estate & PropTech, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does Press Forward focus on?
Stage focus information for Press Forward is not publicly available.
What is Press Forward's AUM?
Press Forward's assets under management are estimated between $400.0M and $500.0M.