muckrake [muhk-reyk]
–verb (used without object), -raked, -rak.ing.
to be part of an elite group of supporters who network among their friends and colleagues to generate support and awareness about The Press Institute's mission and activities.

Recession got you down?
A good dose of muckraking will lift your spirits!

Becoming a Muckraker is as Easy as 1-2-3!

Step 1: Choose a Country

The Press Institute currently has Muckraker Sponsorships available in the following countries:
Nepal
Nigeria
Ghana
Kenya
Zambia
Zimbabwe
India

Your selection should represent your passion, interest, and ability to facilitate networking and awareness opportunities in this area.

Step 2: Define a Sponsorship Goal

Next, you'll choose from the following four sponsorship goals.
(*Note: we will provide budgetary information for each sponsorship option prior to final selection.)

1) I want to sponsor one reporter for one year.

2) I want to sponsor an entire news desk for one year.
• Up to five reporters
•Applicable to Mexico, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe and India

3) I want to sponsor a specific type of content in my selected region for one year.
•Article types available for sponsorship include: HIV/AIDS, Gender Justice, Anti-Slavery (*new in 2010) and Climate Change (*new in 2010)

4) I want to sponsor the editorial team in a Global Training Site for one year.
•Applicable to Kenya and Nepal

Step 3: Make a Muckraker Plan

If you hear your inner Muckraker calling, email Cristi Hegranes to receive your Muckraking kit today. Don't forget to include, "Send Me My Muckraking Kit Today!" in the subject line!