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FAQs

#1. How can I contribute to the Trumpet?

We always receive submissions at . Additionally, you can directly contact the Editor-in-Chief at or (504) 267-4672.

#2. When should I submit something?

The best time to submit something is usually around the middle of the month, between the 14th and the 20th. As the Trumpet is bimonthly, you will either be submitting on the deadline two months before our next issue, or one month. PLEASE NOTE: Deadlines are not so strict as to keep something from being printed.

#3. Where can I pick up the Trumpet?

There are over one hundred locations where you can pick up a copy, all over the city. See our directory at

#4. Who pays for the Trumpet?

The Trumpet, like Neighborhoods Partnership Network’s other programs, is funded by grants from Blue Moon, GNOF and other funding sources.

#5. What is the staff like?

The Trumpet itself is staffed, traditionally, by two people: An Editor-in-Chief and a Graphics Designer. They apply for the job through AmeriCorps and serve ten month terms (usually from the middle of August to the middle of June). Beyond that, NPN is staffed with three people (Our Business Manager, Executive Director and Programs Director), an AmeriCorps VISTA and a changing number of AmeriCorps Direct volunteers.

#6. When did the Trumpet begin?

The first Trumpet issue was released January 20th 2007. As of July, 2008, the Trumpet has been in print for 13 months and 15 issues.

#7. How do you pick themes for the Trumpet?

We discuss them internally and informally vote on them. We are always ready to hear suggestions from anyone – call or e-mail us!

#8. Do I have to be credited with my name on a piece?

We take this on a case-by-case basis, but usually need to run writers’ names with pieces whenever possible, both for professionalism and to better connect our readers with the information presented.