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TEGNA Named One of the Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by The Civic 50 for Fourth Consecutive Year<\/b><\/p>\n

TYSONS, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nTEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced it has been named a 2023 honoree of The Civic 50<\/a> by Points of Light and the Telecommunications Sector Leader. The Civic 50 honors the most community-minded companies in the United States. 2023 marks TEGNA\u2019s fourth consecutive year on the list, and the third year as Telecommunications Sector Leader.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cOur local stations remain dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities, establishing multiyear collaborations with local nonprofit organizations to tackle crucial community issues,\u201d said Dave Lougee, president and CEO, TEGNA. \u201cFrom promoting education and sustainability to combating hunger and supporting mental health, our colleagues exemplify our mission to serve the greater good and uplift our communities.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nToday, the TEGNA Foundation also announced it has awarded 144 Community Grants<\/a> in 35 local markets in partnership with its stations. A summary of 2023 TEGNA Foundation Community Grants to date is available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\nThe majority of Round 1 TEGNA Foundation Community Grants support the following UN Sustainable Development Goal (UN SDG) areas: 51% Good Health & Well-being; 28% Quality Education; 11% Zero Hunger; 5% No Poverty; and 5% Decent Work & Economic Growth. Within these categories, several causes stand out as areas particularly significant to the communities where TEGNA does business, including:<\/p>\n