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For 15 years, The Open Notebook has been the trusted home for journalists worldwide who cover science. What started as an experiment to demystify the craft of science writing has grown into a vital, global resource—supporting tens of thousands of journalists with free tools, training, and community.

We invite you to invest in the future of science journalism by supporting The Open Notebook today.

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Your support helps:

Ensure continued access to high-quality, in-depth guidance on science journalism craft
Expand mentorship and peer-support programs
Launch innovative trainings and Master Classes
Sustain TON’s free archive of resources used daily by journalists across the globe

… Or Give Monthly to Support Our Work Every Day

A monthly gift can go even further to support our work. Consider joining the Page Turners Collective, a community of those who contribute to The Open Notebook each month to provide reliable, sustainable support for our work.

Why Monthly Giving?

Long-Term Impact: Your monthly gift enables us to plan for the future with confidence, ensuring that we can continue to offer high-quality training and resources to journalists around the globe.
Community: As part of the Page Turners Collective, you join a special group of supporters who share your commitment to factual, compelling science reporting.
Cost-Effectiveness: Recurring donations help us reduce administrative expenses, allowing more of your gift to go directly to our programs and services.
Flexibility: You can adjust your donation level at any time, making it easier to give in a way that fits your budget and philanthropic goals.

Every contribution to The Open Notebook, no matter the size, is a vital part of our mission to enhance science journalism and storytelling. When you join the Page Turners Collective, your monthly donation, combined with those of other supporters, helps fund our mentoring and training programs, articles on the craft of journalism, Spanish translations, and more. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for high-quality science journalism.

(Note: If you need help changing a recurring donation amount, please contact Melissa Moser at melissamoser@theopennotebook.com using the email address that you used for your donation, and let her know what you’d like to do.)

"In 2014, I was a recipient of the early-career fellowship through The Open Notebook. This invaluable opportunity introduced me to a lifelong mentor and made me feel like there was truly a place for me in the science writing community. I’m proud to be part of a community that centers care, diversity, and giving back to each other. I support The Open Notebook so that others can have similar opportunities and find that sense of belonging."

Tiên NguyễnJournalist and filmmaker

"The Open Notebook is a singular treasure in the journalism community because it stays passionately devoted to its mission of serving journalists who cover science. From its many valuable resources on how to be a better writer and reporter to its ongoing support of early and mid-career professionals, TON makes a ton of positive impact Every. Single. Day. I am thrilled to continue to support it!"

Alaina G. LevineFreelance science writer and professional speaker

"I support The Open Notebook on a regular basis because I use it on a regular basis. TON provides resources that I recommend to all my students, introductions to the basic tools of science writing and to stories and comments that show my students the ideas, challenges, and complexities of science writing. Reading this material—and talking about it in class—helps my students become more reflective practitioners."

Bruce LewensteinProfessor, Department of Communication, Cornell University

"I decided to give to The Open Notebook because it is more than just a how-to site; it's an organization on a mission to improve science communication all over the world, and helping journalists access opportunities that seemed inaccessible while becoming better reporters and humans in the process."

Myriam Vidal ValeroFreelance journalist

"I support The Open Notebook because it is my go-to resource as a science journalist. As someone without formal journalism training, TON served as a crucial resource during my years as a novice reporter, and I continue to find helpful tips on TON today. I wouldn't be where I am in my career without it!"

Diana KwonFreelance journalist

"I decided to give to The Open Notebook because it is a source of inspiration and education for science journalists. Its practical approach, exploring the routines and techniques that the best science journalists employ in your work, is extremely valuable both for working journalists and for those that want to learn. Reading about colleagues that have carried out outstanding work is also a source of inspiration and it pushes me to continue improving my work."

Michele CatanzaroScience journalist

"I give back to The Open Notebook through monthly giving because it’s a fantastic resource for journalists covering science and those who cover other beats. The Pitch Database, asynchronous courses, and deeply reported feature stories offer practical advice, training and inspiration. But most importantly, The Open Notebook has built a thriving, inclusive community that supports a diverse range of perspectives and voices around the world."

Jyoti MadhusoodananFreelance journalist

"I support The Open Notebook because it provides invaluable support for fledgling science journalists. The field can be tough to get into, especially when coming from outside of journalism, and The Open Notebook’s helpful resources, from the pitch database to features on craft, helped orient me, and many other journalists, towards success."

Jonathan LambertScience journalist

"I support The Open Notebook because it is doing vital work to open up the resources people need to succeed in this tough industry that doesn't always do a great job of welcoming new hearts and minds."

Meghan BartelsFreelance journalist

"I’ve donated to The Open Notebook because it is an invaluable resource for science communication. It is especially good for how it highlights a variety and span of voices across the communications field. As the leader of a science communication community of practice, I regularly rely on The Open Notebook as a source of best practices to share with the members of my community."

Shannon Brescher SheaScience writer

"I’m a freelancer, which means money is often scarce. But I believe so strongly in the mission of The Open Notebook that I make it a priority to give to it each month. No other site provides such a wealth of resources to support science journalism, from craft-focused articles to materials that connect reporters from all backgrounds all around the world. Supporting TON is the easiest decision I make all year."

Alexandra WitzeJournalist and author

"I decided to give to The Open Notebook because I think it's an essential resource for science journalists worldwide and helps me feel supported by colleagues as a freelance journalist with no newsroom around me."

Sarah WellsFreelance journalist

"The Open Notebook creates a sense of community that's hard to come by as a freelancer—a sense that science journalists around the world are all grappling with similar challenges as we try to make sense of the world. I decided to give to TON to help this supportive community prosper."

Katarina ZimmerFreelance journalist

"When I began my freelance journey years ago, The Open Notebook’s pitch database helped me craft my very first successful pitch. Since then, TON’s resources have consistently supported me and so many other journalists in improving the quality of science reporting. My recurring gift to TON is my way of giving back."

Mariana LenharoScience and health journalist

Other Ways to Give

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A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a philanthropic giving vehicle that provides an immediate tax benefit to you and allows you to grant funds to charities of your choice. (Some popular DAFs are Fidelity Charitable Giving, Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund, Schwab Charitable, and Vanguard Charitable.) You can create a grant recommendation from your donor-advised fund to support The Open Notebook. Our legal name is The Open Notebook, Inc. and our tax identification number (EIN) is 45-2234167.

Workplace Giving

Many employers match tax-deductible contributions made by their employees. If you or someone in your household is part of an employer-matching program, check with the employer’s human resources department to learn more about how you can make the most of your gift to The Open Notebook.

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