Dear Friend,
As our newsroom continues extensive coverage of the rapidly evolving conflict in Iran and across the region, I want to share why this work — and your support — are critical in this moment.
This breaking news event on the weekend was the first major test of how we could respond since last year's rescission of federal funding for public media led to the end of PBS News Weekend, and we are proud of what the team delivered. Our War with Iran special underscored how much audiences are seeking trusted reporting on complicated, timely issues, regardless of which day events take place.
I take pride in our steadfast commitment to foreign reporting, and I can say without hesitation that the work happening inside our newsroom right now reflects our values at their best: rigorous, steady, and always in service of the public. But maintaining the breadth and depth of PBS News is financially demanding — and increasingly dependent on supporters like you.
From now through Friday, March 20th, your tax-deductible gift of any amount will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000 by the Dorney-Koppel Foundation to support PBS News' foreign reporting.
Your gift will be doubled and immediately strengthen our ability to stay flexible and keep pace with fast-moving events. In the early days of the war, we were the first American network reporting from Tehran, with additional reporting in Qatar, Lebanon, and Israel. These are difficult environments to operate in, with significant costs — but being there is essential to responsible coverage. In the U.S., we're listening to the Iranian‑American diaspora, tracking potential security risks, and hearing from expert analysts to share key insights about Iran and U.S. military action. And we are doing all of this without losing our commitment to covering major stories that keep you informed.
With your help, PBS News will continue to deliver: - On‑the‑ground reporting from the Middle East as events unfold.
- Fact‑checked coverage: what we know, what we don't, and why it matters.
- Deeper context through Compass Points with host Nick Schifrin, our weekly foreign affairs program that steps back from the immediacy of breaking news to give audiences a better understanding of the forces shaping global power, conflict, and diplomacy.
In an era of misinformation, our goal remains the same: to be a source of fairness and accuracy in a landscape that doesn't always offer either.
On behalf of the PBS News team, thank you for supporting independent journalism. Together, we will continue to share the facts you need to stay informed and navigate the world around us. ill continue to share the facts you need to stay informed and navigate the world around us.
With appreciation, | |
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