Welcome to

THE NEXT BIG THING

INTRODUCING THE

Sunlight Research Center Membership Hub
Supporting local investigative journalism

Be part of the next big thing in local investigative journalism. As a Sunlight Research Center beta member, your newsroom will get access to the expertise, resources, training and support needed to produce impactful investigative and accountability stories that serve your community.

Your Sunlight Research Center free beta membership includes:

Full-service research desk

Up to 20 hours of personalized research support. We'll find documents, analyze data, prepare source lists and more.

Beta membership benefits

Your beta membership will run through Feb. 28, 2025, giving your newsroom time to explore and use Sunlight services and resources. Beta members will also enjoy significantly discounted rates when the full membership program launches.

Slack community access

In this vibrant community, Sunlight experts are available to answer your research questions in real time. And reporters can learn from shared experiences.

Monthly hands-on workshops

Expert-led sessions on topics like lobbying and gifts and monitoring elected officials’ policymaking and finances.

Early access to resources

Be the first to access step-by-step video tutorials, reporting recipes, and in-depth research guides to expand your investigative capacity.

Our goal is to provide the support and tools you need to produce ambitious investigative stories while learning from your experience to refine our services.

Your feedback is invaluable, and you can expect regular communication as we collaborate over the next few months.

We’re excited to work with your team and support the critical work you do for your community.

Sign up today, explore your benefits, and let’s get started!

Need support or have questions? Contact our team at hello@sunlightsearch.net.

Welcome to

THE NEXT BIG THING

INTRODUCING THE Sunlight Research Center Membership Hub Supporting local investigative journalism

Your Sunlight Research Center free beta membership includes:

Full-service research desk Up to 20 hours of personalized research support. We'll find documents, analyze data, prepare source lists and more.

Beta membership benefits Your beta membership will run through Feb. 28, 2025, giving your newsroom time to explore and use Sunlight services and resources. Beta members will also enjoy significantly discounted rates when the full membership program launches.

Slack community access In this vibrant community, Sunlight experts are available to answer your research questions in real time. And reporters can learn from shared experiences.

Monthly hands-on workshops Expert-led sessions on topics like lobbying and gifts and monitoring elected officials’ policymaking and finances.

Early access to resources Be the first to access step-by-step video tutorials, reporting recipes, and in-depth research guides to expand your investigative capacity.

Our goal is to provide the support and tools you need to produce ambitious investigative stories while learning from your experience to refine our services. Your feedback is invaluable, and you can expect regular communication as we collaborate over the next few months.

We’re excited to work with your team and support the critical work you do for your community. Sign up today, explore your benefits, and let’s get started!