Cornell Law School’s First Amendment Clinic brings pro bono legal support to local news outlets
Considering the financial challenges facing local news publishers, most do not have the resources to pay for in – house counsel. Since 2020, Revson has funded an experienced lawyer dedicated to representing and counseling local news outlets in the New York metro area, aiding their newsgathering activity, and defending against attempts to suppress their free speech rights.
Strengthening Local Journalism in New York
With our longstanding mission of investing in the future of New York City and advancing democratic values, Revson has invested over $17 million to strengthen local journalism, supporting local news outlets, partnerships, revenue strategies, and field building.