Who We Are

Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation

The Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation is the charitable and educational arm of PNA. The Foundation is dedicated to supporting the sustainability of local news through philanthropy and fundraising, professional training and recognition, and the cultivation of future news leaders.

What We Do

Training and Professional Development – Offering conferences, workshops, webinars, and coaching to support journalists, publishers, and news professionals at every stage of their careers.
Student Internships – Expanding access to paid internships that help develop the next generation of journalists.
Member Recognition – Hosting a range of statewide contests and awards that celebrate excellence.
Grants – Providing financial support for innovative projects that strengthen local journalism and newsroom sustainability.

History

The Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association (PNA) was established in 1925 as the Pennsylvania Newspaper Publishers’ Association. In 1968, the PNA Foundation was formed, aiming to provide training and resources for association members. The foundation’s mission evolved to include providing grants for projects that support press freedom.

Our Team

The Foundation’s work is led by a team dedicated to supporting and strengthening local journalism across Pennsylvania.

Tanya Henderson
Executive Director
PNA Foundation
717-703-3002
tanyah@pa-news.org

Teresa Shaak
Senior Manager
PNA/PNA Foundation Services
717-703-3003
teresas@pa-news.org

Sadie Hericz
Association Support Coordinator
PNA Foundation
717-703-3062
sadieh@pa-news.org

Executive Committee, Board of Trustees and Staff

The Foundation’s Board of Trustees includes members from across Pennsylvania who represent daily, nondaily and digital news media organizations, educational institutions and industry supporters.