Grants for Journalism

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 280 active grants for journalism in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 2 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 132 list an award amount, with a median of $5,000.

Grants tracked: 280; from 150 funders
Median award: $5,000; middle half $2,875–$20K
Total listed funding: $27.9M; across 132 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 8 with a published date

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IGNITE Award Conference on Crimes Against Women Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The IGNITE Award recognizes varied courageous efforts that are sparking awareness and action across the country.	Not published	Varies
The Hearst Journalism Awards Program - Television - Television I – Features Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Hearst Journalism Awards Program, established in 1960, supports journalism education at the college level, offering scholarships for outstanding student work.	Not published	$1K – $3K
National Science-Health-Environment Reporting Fellowships (SHERF) Council for the Advancement of Science Writing Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K	Not published	$2K
Covering Climate Collaborative Local Media Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A program supporting journalism and media initiatives related to climate change coverage.	Not published	Varies
NBO Foundation: Journalism Committee Grants The Nicholas B Ottaway Fdn Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The NBO Foundation's Journalism Committee Grants aim to enhance journalism quality and support press freedom globally. These grants are available for tax-exempt organizations that are not supporting entities as defined by IRS regulations.	Not published	Varies
Knight Foundation: Community & National Initiatives John S and James L Knight Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: As part of our ongoing effort to improve how we support our grantee partners and communities, we are pausing our Letter of Inquiry (LOI) process.	Not published	Varies
NIHCM: Journalism Grants National Institute for Health Care Mgmt Research & Educational Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The NIHCM Journalism Grants support projects that enhance health reporting and education, targeting critical issues such as healthcare affordability, pharmaceutical pricing, provider market dynamics, and chronic disease management.	Not published	Varies
Sloan Science Prizes Independent Media Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Awards supporting creators who bring science to life through original video storytelling.	Not published	Varies
The Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant Creative Capital Foundation · Foundation Not published · $15K – $50K The Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant supports emerging and established writers who write about contemporary visual art. Grants range from $15,000 to $50,000 in three categories — articles, books, and short-form writing.	Not published	$15K – $50K
Global Reporting Grants Pulitzer Center · Foundation Not published · $5K – $10K The Pulitzer Center's Global Reporting Grants provide essential support for impactful journalism on critical global issues.	Not published	$5K – $10K
Empowering the Future of Journalism: Intern Grants for Media Organizations Society of Professional Journalists Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Journalism Intern Grants for Media Organizations, awarded by the Chicago Headline Club Foundation, support two $5,000 internships in Chicago's not-for-profit media sector.	Not published	$5K
Inasmuch Foundation Grant Inasmuch Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Inasmuch Foundation Grant supports charitable initiatives in Central Oklahoma, focusing on areas such as education, human services, and journalism.	Not published	Varies
Dayton Daily News Si Burick Scholarship and Internship Grant The Dayton Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Dayton Daily News Si Burick Scholarship honors the legacy of sports editor Si Burick, awarded annually to a graduating senior from specific counties in Ohio pursuing journalism.	Not published	Up to $3K
APME College Scholarship Program Alabama Press Association Journalism Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Alabama Associated Press Media Editors offers an annual scholarship to encourage the next generation of multimedia storytellers in the journalism industry.	Not published	$1K
Ocean State Media Scholarship Grant The Rhode Island Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The scholarship offers awards to residents of Ocean State Media’s demographic market area who demonstrate promise of a successful career in the fields of journalism and/or media.	Not published	Up to $15K
Park Foundation: Media Grants Park Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Park Foundation Grants: Media support public interest media that raises awareness of critical environmental and social issues.	Not published	Varies
American Journalism Project Grant American Journalism Project Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The American Journalism Project is dedicated to enhancing local news organizations by investing in their business capacities and providing personalized coaching.	Not published	Varies
Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism – Features American Geophysical Union · Foundation Not published · Varies Recognizing Accessible Earth and Space Science Journalism The Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism – Features is given annually to an individual journalist or a group of journalists in recognition of a feature story…	Not published	Varies
Work/Environment Reporting Grants Pulitzer Center · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K The Pulitzer Center's Work/Environment Reporting Grants are now open for applications, focusing on the impact of climate change on workers and employment sectors.	Not published	$10K – $20K
Mary M. Yost Journalism Scholarship Grant Columbus Foundation · Foundation Not published · $4K Easily learn more about the Mary M. The next deadline for this grant is Tue, 02 Mar 2027. To assist donors and others in strengthening and improving our community for the benefit of all its residents.	Not published	$4K
The Hearst Journalism Awards Program - Photojournalism - Photo I – News and Features Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hearst Journalism Awards Program, established in 1960, promotes excellence in journalism education by awarding scholarships to outstanding students.	Not published	Varies
Joyce Foundation: Journalism Grants The Joyce Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joyce Foundation's Journalism Grants support independent, nonpartisan reporting to address critical issues in the Great Lakes region.	Not published	Varies
Hillel International Writers Program Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life · Foundation Not published · Varies A yearlong opportunity for Jewish undergraduate students interested in journalism to develop storytelling skills and write about Hillel happenings while learning from experienced Jewish journalists and Hillel professionals.	Not published	Varies
Karen and Gerry Keir Scholarship Fund Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Note: The Letters of Recommendation deadline is represented by the Letter of Inquiry deadline and the Application deadline is represented by the Full Proposal deadline._ This scholarship was created in 2020. _You can learn more about this…	Not published	Varies

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About grants for journalism

Grants for journalism support nonprofit newsrooms, investigative reporting, local news, and journalism training and innovation. The Knight Foundation is a leading funder of journalism and local news, and collaborative efforts like Press Forward pool philanthropic dollars to strengthen the field. The MacArthur Foundation, the American Journalism Project, and a range of community and press foundations provide additional reporting, capacity-building, and sustainability funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for journalism award?

Of the 280 grants for journalism Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 132 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $5,000, and the middle half fall between $2,875 and $20K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for journalism?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Pulitzer Center (13), Council for the Advancement of Science Writing Inc (12), William Randolph Hearst Foundation (12), The Sidney Hillman Foundation Inc (8), and National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc (7). In all, 150 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for journalism due?

Of 280 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 8 have a published upcoming deadline, 84 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 184 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What grants are available for journalism?

Journalism grants support nonprofit newsrooms, investigative and beat reporting projects, local news startups, newsroom sustainability, and training and technology innovation. Funders provide growth capital, operating support, project-based reporting grants, and fellowships, with a strong recent focus on rebuilding local news and diversifying revenue for nonprofit outlets.

Who funds journalism and local news?

The Knight Foundation is one of the most prominent journalism funders, alongside the MacArthur Foundation and collaborative initiatives like Press Forward that pool philanthropic support for local news. Organizations such as the American Journalism Project, the Institute for Nonprofit News, and various community and press foundations also fund newsrooms and reporting.

Can freelance journalists or for-profit outlets get grants?

Most journalism grants are awarded to nonprofit news organizations, but freelancers can access support through reporting fellowships and project grants from journalism foundations and press organizations. For-profit and freelance journalists pursuing larger funding often partner with a nonprofit publisher, a journalism nonprofit, or a fiscal sponsor that can receive the grant.

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