Mountain State Spotlight
CHARLESTON, WV · Arts, Culture & Humanities
Built from IRS filings (latest Form 990: tax year 2024). Mountain State Spotlight has not reviewed or approved this page. Kindora is not affiliated with it.
Mission
To serve the general public as an independent, civic news organization that tells stories of importance to West Virginians about issues and challenges facing their communities.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds Mountain State Spotlight
$2.8M in foundation grants on record from 22 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| American Journalism Project | $750K | 4 |
| Ford Foundation | $575K | 3 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $518K | 4 |
| Silicon Valley Community Foundation | $402K | 3 |
| Pro Publica | $140K | 2 |
| Inasmuch Foundation | $100K | 2 |
| Miami Foundation | $88K | 4 |
| Henry L Kimelman Family Foundation | $50K | 3 |
| Community Foundation of Louisville Depository | $40K | 2 |
| Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation | $40K | 2 |
Leadership
Sara Crickenberger — Executive Director (Principal officer)
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