ProPublica

About Us

ProPublica is an independent, nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism with moral force. We dig deep into important issues, shining a light on abuses of power and betrayals of public trust — and we stick with those issues as long as it takes to hold power to account.

With a team of more than 100 dedicated journalists, ProPublica covers a range of topics including government and politics, business, criminal justice, the environment, education, health care, immigration, and technology. We focus on stories with the potential to spur real-world impact. Among other positive changes, our reporting has contributed to the passage of new laws; reversals of harmful policies and practices; and accountability for leaders at local, state and national levels.

Investigative journalism requires a great deal of time and resources, and many newsrooms can no longer afford to take on this kind of deep-dive reporting. As a nonprofit, ProPublica’s work is powered primarily through donations. The vast bulk of the money we spend goes directly into world-class, award-winning journalism. We are committed to uncovering the truth, no matter how long it takes or how much it costs, and we practice transparent financial reporting so donors know how their dollars are spent.

ProPublica was founded in 2007-2008 with the belief that investigative journalism is critical to our democracy. Our staff remains dedicated to carrying forward the important work of exposing corruption, informing the public about complex issues, and using the power of investigative journalism to spur reform.

Perks and Benefits

We offer the following benefits to full time regular employees based outside of California:

• Vacation Time Off (15 days per year in 1st calendar year; 20 days per year afterwards)
• Sick Time Off (10 days per year)
• Personal Days (2 days per year)
• Holidays (10 days in 2022)
• Paid Parental Leave (100% of pay for 20 weeks)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan matching employee contribution up to 5% of annual salary or a Student Loan Repayment (SLR) Plan. Under the SLR Program, enrolled employees will receive an employer contribution equal to 100% of any student loan repayments made during an applicable pay period, not to exceed 5% of the employee’s compensation for that period.
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance (90% paid for employee/75% paid for dependents); 3 separate health insurance plans (mid, high and low) are offered*
• Flexible Spending Plan (for qualifying medical or childcare expenses)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Cell Phone Bill Reimbursement (up to $80 per month)

We offer the following benefits to full time regular employees based in California

• Vacation Time Off (17 days per year in 1st calendar year; 22 days per year afterwards)
• Sick Time Off (10 days per year)
• Holidays (10 days in 2022)
• Paid Parental Leave (100% of pay for 20 weeks)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan matching employee contribution up to 5% of annual salary or a Student Loan Repayment (SLR) Plan. Under the SLR Program, enrolled employees will receive an employer contribution equal to 100% of any student loan repayments made during an applicable pay period, not to exceed 5% of the employee’s compensation for that period.
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance (90% paid for employee/75% paid for dependents); 3 separate health insurance plans (mid, high and low) are offered*
• Flexible Spending Plan (for qualifying medical or childcare expenses)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Cell Phone Bill Reimbursement (up to $80 per month)