Through the Foundation’s Emergency Grant Program, a simplified vetting process has been implemented to expedite the disbursement of emergency funds to those in urgent need.
This award, set to debut at the Golden Mic Award Gala in 2025, will honor individuals who embody Lombardo's spirit of philanthropy and steadfast devotion to the Foundation's cause.
In lieu of flowers, Lombardo's family has asked that donations be made to the newly created Phillip J. Lombardo Memorial Fund, established by the Broadcasters Foundation to honor the legendary executive's work in the field.
In 1970, newspapers were doing OK, still making money from subscriptions, display advertising, and want ads (remember those?). Many big markets had two papers, and perhaps one was "failing." Who could have accurately predicted where the newspaper business would be in 2026?