Spot.us is an innovative direct-funding mechanism for independent journalism. Check out the recent story on the Port of Oakland and pollution in East Oakland. 

This series was produced by Kim Komenich, Kwan Booth and Josh Wilson and independently funded by individuals who wanted the story told. Or mostly funded. They're still $400 short of their goal.

So check out the story and check out Spot.us for more projects you can support, projects you can initiate and look for funding, and indy reporting from all parts of the Bay Area.

Media Alliance will soon be pitching stories on Spot.us that we think need to be reported. We're hoping you'll agree.