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WHAT DO WE DO?

We are building a new media landscape for the 21st century.

The internet has empowered more people than ever to make and share media, offering unprecedented opportunities for human expression. Our vision is to create a public media for today’s world that connects creators and audiences. Audiences benefit when independent creators can pursue their authentic vision. Creators benefit when audiences can discover and support them.

We’re building a place where audiences can come to find exceptional content by spotlighting the best educational and artistic creators on the internet.

We directly support exceptional creators through awards, prizes, and an annual festival celebrating their work in Austin, Texas.

To do this, we’re partnering with foundations and donors (including viewers like you!) who want to help build this ecosystem and share our vision of building a public media for the 21st century. Join us!

HOW WE DO IT

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SPOTLIGHT

We help you discover exceptional creators through creator spotlight pages, creator-curated collections, and our own Staff Picks. Explore our collections here.

At IMI, we are committed to making a meaningful impact in our community through focused initiatives and programs. We believe in transparency, which is why we do not accept unsolicited application requests. Each project we undertake is designed to support creators making exceptional content, ensuring that every contribution we receive helps us achieve our mission. Join us in creating a positive change where it matters most.

OUR PARTNERS

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