This document summarizes a report on perceptions and realities of funding for free expression. It finds that overall donor funding has increased in the past 3-5 years, though it is difficult to conclusively measure amounts. Changes in political landscapes impact funding trends. Competition for funds has increased as the number of organizations has grown. The funding community is evolving, with new donors and areas of focus, like internet freedom, emerging while some traditional donors scale back. Monitoring and evaluation tools have diversified. Shifts among donors can disrupt grantees through reorganizations. Priorities sometimes diverge between donors and free expression groups.