Hell Gate

Hell Gate creates and distributes local editorial content, builds a recurring reader relationship through subscriptions and newsletters, and monetises audience attention through direct advertising sales. The model combines consumer revenue from paying readers with B2B media revenue from advertisers, while philanthropic support provides additional non-core funding resilience.

Hell Gate is a US-based, worker-owned digital news publisher focused on New York City reporting, politics, culture, newsletters and podcast content. It operates primarily as a local publisher and media owner, distributing editorial content through its website, email newsletters and audio channels to readers interested in independent local journalism.

The company makes money through a hybrid model led by paid subscriptions and supported by direct-sold advertising on its site and newsletters. It also appears to receive supplementary support from donations and related sponsorship structures. Its paying customers therefore include both individual subscribers and brands or agencies seeking access to a concentrated New York City readership.