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The First Amendment Foundation is a highly visible and accessible source of authoritative information, expertise, and assistance to the public and news media. It was founded as a non-profit organization in 1984 by The Florida Press Association, the Florida Society of Newspaper Editors, and the Florida Association of Broadcasters to ensure that public commitment and progress in the areas of free speech, free press, and open government do not become checked and diluted during Florida's changing times.

Its purpose is to protect and advance the public's constitutional right to open government by providing education and training, legal aid and information services. Funding is based on voluntary contributions and donations by news media and affiliated organizations and concerned individuals.