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.
There are three ways to invest, depending on the financial returns you seek, the amount you would like to invest and where you are in the world. We can also accommodate special options on a case-by-case basis, and will be pleased to discuss your giving plans with you - send us an email or telephone us direct on +1 (212) 807 1304.
You can also support our work by making a donation or by giving the gift of press freedom.*
Whatever method you choose, you can be sure that you will be helping leading journalists in emerging democracies develop financially sustainable news businesses, free from government control and political interference.
Follow the links in the table to find out more about investing in MDLF.
* Donations to MDLF are tax-deductible in the United States. For non-US donors, you should inquire whether a similar tax deduction is applicable in your country.
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| Voncert responsAbility Media Development | Free Press Investment Notes® | Free Press Direct Loan |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Who can invest ? | Anyone except US, UK and Cayman Islands residents | US residents | Anyone |
| Social Return | Sustainable independent news media | Sustainable independent news media | Sustainable independent media |
| Financial Return | Variable | 0-3% (investor’s choice) | Negotiable |
| Minimum investment | CHF100 | US $1,000 | US$1,000 |
| Maximum investment | None | None | None |
| Term | 5 years | 1 to 10 years (investor’s choice) | Negotiable |
| MDLF partner | Bank Vontobel and responsAbility | None | None |










