The Dallas Nomad is a 501(c)(3) culture magazine and populist newsroom dedicated informing and engaging curious newseekers. Founded by two queer journalists—a Black woman and a Jewish man—our vibe is straight-up Afropunk, meaning we’re all about amplifying diverse voices and perspectives that other outlets often ignore. We’re committed to delivering high-quality, independent journalism while making critical-thinking, understanding complex issues, and (actually) knowing stuff cool AF again.
But the Dallas Nomad isn’t trying to transform journalism—that’s already been done. We’re here to meet people where they’re at. We inject the art of storytelling into various digital formats to deliver context-dense, thought-provoking, and relevant content that encourages citizens to jump into the damn conversation.
Our team delivers in-depth reporting on the critical issues shaping our city, state, nation, and foreign affairs. We’re talking policy, criminal and climate justice, health equity, housing and food security, education, and, frankly, any challenge faced by disenfranchised communities. Our local newsroom seeks to serve as a trusted source for essential information while combatting the bullshit that is misinformation and disinformation.
While we take our journalism seriously, we also understand that keeping up with today’s 24-hour news cycle has the potential to trigger anxiety attacks. So, in our downtime, we cut loose. We celebrate the vibrant arts, culture, music, and local scenes that make Dallas unique. Staying true to the Nomad life, we make it a point to explore the city’s hidden gems and shine the spotlight on the people and stories that make Dallas special.
How We Get By
The Dallas Nomad is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit newsroom that relies on a diverse range of funding sources to support our mission. These include:
- Individual Donations: The generosity of our readers and supporters is essential to our work. Your contributions, no matter the size, directly impact our ability to produce high-quality and hyper-local journalism.
- Foundation Grants: We are grateful for the support of foundations that recognize the importance of independent journalism. These grants help us fund investigative reporting, data journalism, civic education, and community engagement initiatives.
- Corporate Sponsorships: Partnerships with like-minded corporations enable us to expand our reach and deepen our impact.
- Project Grants: We actively seek opportunities to collaborate with foundations and agencies on projects that align with our mission. These partnerships allow us to leverage additional resources and expertise.
By diversifying our funding sources, we ensure the sustainability of The Dallas Nomad and our commitment to serving the DFW community.