Contributions to the Coweta Investigative Journalism Fund (CIJF) are designated to support the salaries of reporters engaged in investigative journalism at The Newnan Times-Herald. Rather than funding general newspaper operations, donations provide dedicated support for journalists investigating matters of public importance, examining government operations and pursuing stories that require extensive research and reporting.

Investigative journalism requires something increasingly scarce in local newsrooms: time. Reporters may spend weeks or months reviewing public records, interviewing sources, verifying information and following leads before publishing a story. Some investigations take unexpected directions or uncover facts that challenge initial assumptions. Supporting reporters' salaries helps provide the time needed to pursue these investigations thoroughly, responsibly and without pressure to produce predetermined results.

Charitable contributions to CIJF are received and administered through Caring Communities Foundation in Coweta County. The foundation manages contributions in accordance with the fund's charitable purpose and applicable requirements. The Newnan Times-Herald remains responsible for employing and supervising its journalists, while all reporting assignments and editorial decisions remain under the newspaper's independent editorial leadership.

Contributions designated for the fund must be used for eligible reporter salary expenses related to investigative journalism. The use of charitable funds is subject to applicable financial documentation, approval and oversight requirements established through Caring Communities Foundation and the fund's governing arrangements. Financial administration remains separate from editorial decision-making.

Donors cannot select individual investigations, direct reporters or influence whether a story is published. Contributions support the work of independent journalism, not particular findings or conclusions. Reporters and editors at The Newnan Times-Herald retain full responsibility for determining which stories to pursue and how those stories are reported.

You can support the Coweta Investigative Journalism Fund through Caring Communities Foundation, which receives and administers charitable contributions designated for the fund. Use the donation link provided on this website to make your contribution and help sustain independent investigative reporting in our community.