This study is a case study that analyzes existing non-profit journalism press to find out the concept, type, and characteristics of non-profit journalism, and analyzes and proves whether CBS, a foundation in the 1980s, conforms to the characteristics of non-profit journalism.
The purpose of the study is as follows. First, we analyze representative non-profit journalism press to find out the concept, types, and characteristics of non-profit journalism. Second, we examine whether the CBS foundation in the 1980s fits the characteristics of non-profit journalism. Third, based on the results of this study, we will examine the possibilities of non-profit journalism today. The research results are as follows. First, the concept of non-profit journalism is a new journalism that does not pursue profits other than its original purpose. The types of non-profit journalism are classified into investigative, alternative, and community journalism. Non-profit journalism has its own characteristics in three dimensions: legal status, income structure, and journalism values and practices. The legal status is suitable for non-profit organizations to operate. The income structure aims to secure independence and autonomy from economic and political power by lowering dependence on advertising. Journalism values and practices pursue the public responsibility of the press. Second, in the 1980s, CBS stopped news and advertisements due to press oppression by the military government. However, as a non-profit foundation, CBS fulfilled its public responsibilities in the press, using contributions and donations instead of advertising as its main source of income, and developed civic radio discussion programs to contribute to the development of press and democracy. In conclusion, CBS, a foundation in the 1980s, fits the characteristics of non-profit journalism. Third, based on these findings, it is possible to confirm the possibility that non-profit journalism as a form of journalism that is more independent and free from political and economic powers can exist as a practical alternative to press management even today.