Carried by Local Newspapers Since 1776

The Declaration is back on the front page.

In 1776, local newspapers carried the Declaration of Independence to every American. Sign ON 250 invites your readers to add their names to it — and your newspaper to deliver it once more.

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A Major Sponsor

Backed by America’s Newspapers

Sign ON 250 is a National League of Cities initiative, and America’s Newspapers is a major sponsor — putting local newspapers at the center of a national story, right where they were in 1776. When your newspaper participates, you help fund America’s Newspapers initiatives that support local newspapers nationwide.

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National League of Cities

What is Sign ON 250?

Sign ON 250 gives every American a place to sign the Declaration of Independence — a digital replica open for signatures through July 4, 2027. It is a lasting, non-partisan way for readers to stand with the principles the Declaration set in motion, delivered to communities the same way it was the first time: by their local newspaper.

How to Participate
1

Register Your Newspaper

Sign up below and receive digital banners and print-ready assets — including versions branded with your newspaper’s logo.

2

Run Them in Your Inventory

Drop the creative into your web, print, email, and social inventory. Use what fits your newsroom; skip what doesn’t.

3

Send Readers to Sign

Point readers to signon250.org — or build your own local landing page, like the Santa Fe New Mexican.

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Why Participate

Own the Story

The Declaration reached America through local newspapers. Your paper continues that story in your community.

Engage Your Readers

Give readers a direct, active role — signing, not just reading — with your newspaper as the way in.

Strengthen the Industry

Participation helps fund America’s Newspapers initiatives on behalf of local newspapers nationwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost to participate?
Participation is free for America’s Newspapers members. Not a member? Email [email protected] and we’ll help you get involved.
What do we receive when we register?
A package of digital banners and print-ready ads in standard sizes — including co-brandable versions that carry your newspaper’s logo.
Where should we send readers to sign?
Link readers to signon250.org, or build your own local landing page. See the Santa Fe New Mexican’s at santafenewmexican.com/signon250.
How long does Sign ON 250 run?
Signatures are open through July 4, 2027, with new content and participation milestones along the way — a year-long way to connect with your community, not a one-day event.
Do we have to run everything?
No. The program is flexible by design. Run the digital banners, the print ads, editorial coverage, or all of it — whatever fits your newsroom and your inventory.
Who is behind Sign ON 250?
Sign ON 250 was created by the National League of Cities. America’s Newspapers is a major sponsor, alongside partners including the Bob Graham Center for Public Service and The James Madison Institute.
How does our participation support America’s Newspapers?
Sponsorship of Sign ON 250 helps fund America’s Newspapers initiatives that support local newspapers nationwide — so participating strengthens the industry while engaging your readers.
More questions? Email [email protected]

Register Your Newspaper

Complete the registration form below to receive your Sign ON 250 asset package.

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