Funding & Ownership
Complete transparency about who funds AFNPT, how we maintain editorial independence, and our ownership structure.
Independence Statement
No donor, board member, or external party has pre-publication review rights or the ability to direct, influence, or suppress our investigations.
AFNPT's editorial decisions are made solely by the editorial staff. We will never promise editorial outcomes in exchange for funding. All investigations are initiated, directed, and published based on editorial judgment alone.
Ownership Structure
Americans For Non-Profit Transparency (AFNPT) is an independent organization founded by DanksterIntel in 2023. AFNPT operates americansfortransparency.org and all associated social media accounts.
AFNPT is not owned by, affiliated with, or funded by any political party, government, corporation, or lobbying organization. AFNPT has no parent company, subsidiary organizations, or related entities that could create editorial conflicts of interest.
Current Funding Sources
Pre-Incorporation Phase
AFNPT is currently in the pre-incorporation phase. Our 501(c)(3) application has not yet been filed. No tax-deductible donations are currently being solicited. Current operations are self-funded and supported by community contributions through Patreon and direct support. When we begin accepting formal donations, all required disclosures will be in place.
Community Support: Patreon and direct viewer contributions via YouTube and social media platforms.
Self-Funded: Founder investment in infrastructure, tools, and research.
No Corporate Sponsors: AFNPT does not accept corporate sponsorships or advertising revenue that could create editorial conflicts.
Donor Transparency Standards
When AFNPT begins accepting formal donations, the following standards will apply:
- All donors contributing $5,000 or more will be publicly disclosed (per INN standards)
- Anonymous donations will be limited to 15% or less of annual revenue
- If a reporting subject is a donor to AFNPT, this will be disclosed in the article
- Donor names will never be shared with investigation subjects
- Complete financial records will be published on the Finances page
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