WOW -- thank you readers for your amazing response to our call to help the Institute Investigative Fund.

We were counting on you to show your support for gutsy investigative reporting and a Southern voice for change -- and lots of you delivered.

If you haven't chipped in yet there's still time -- just make a secure donation right now for $35, $50 or whatever you can afford:



Here's why you should donate right now: If we can raise $5,000 by this weekend, a generous donor has agreed to match your contribution, dollar for dollar.

Readers like you have already raised $3,500 towards our $20,000 goal -- money we'll use to double our investigative reporting and outreach programs this spring.

Can we hit our goal -- and double your donation? YES, if you act right now.

Thank you -- truly.

- Chris

Chris Kromm
Publisher, Facing South

P.S. -- We don't ask for help often -- and when we do, we really need it. Please, chip in what you can right now -- and double your investment in gutsy journalism and fresh voices for change!