Clients
MDLF clients are vital news institutions that are essential to the development of open, vibrant, democratic societies. They hold governments to account, expose corruption and drive systemic change.
From small local newspapers to national multi-platform broadcasters, whether in Siberia or Southern Africa, MDLF clients share a commitment to providing people with the information they need to change their communities for the better.
Like any other financial institution, MDLF does not reveal information about its clients, not even their names, without authorisation. However, some have agreed to share their stories. Watch a short film in which six of our clients tell their stories and explain the effect MDLF has had on their businesses (a 2-minute version is also available).
Follow the link on the left to read about several clients and the impact they have had on their communities.
Invest in press freedom
It's easy to invest in MDLF's work, providing independent news businesses with the financing they need to hold governments to account, expose corruption and fight for justice for all.
Track record
From 1996 to December 31, 2011, MDLF provided $113.3 million in affordable financing, including:
· $98.9 million in loans and equity investments;
· $13.9 million in technical assistance and other grants;
· Earned over $36.4 million in interest, dividends and capital gains;
· Collected more than $50.8 million in recovered principal invested;
· $0.5 million through Digital Kiosk, the secure payment service for independent media;
It has written off only 1.91% of the total loaned and invested.
MDLF has returned more than $16.8 million to investors. It ended December 2011 with a portfolio of $40.7 million in outstanding loans and investments.
