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CatchLight · Rolling / Open Foundation
CatchLight Local Fellowship Overview: CatchLight Local is a fellowship program launched in 2019 that places full-time visual journalists in local newsrooms to address visual news deserts and newsroom…
Grants for Journalism
Last updated June 12, 2026
There are currently 281 active grants for journalism in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily.
Grants for Journalism provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.
281 grants
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What grants for journalism are open right now?
$1,500
BROADCAST FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
CCA Scholarships Funder: Critics Choice Association (formerly the Broadcast Film Critics Association) Purpose: To promote the art and practice of broadcast film criticism by providing financial…
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WEST TEXAS · Rolling / Open Foundation
Charles A. & Grace Guy Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of West Texas Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Summary The Charles A. & Grace Guy Scholarship, established by Mr. &…
ADIRONDACK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Charles B. Decker Memorial Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Foundation Last Updated: April 02, 2026 Summary The Charles B. Decker Memorial Scholarship, established in 1991,…
$1,000 (Green Award winners); $500 (Division winners)
HEADLINERS FOUNDATION OF TEXAS · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Charles E. Green Awards Overview: Annual awards presented by the Headliners Foundation of Texas to recognize the best print, digital, and broadcast journalists in Texas. Named after Charles E. Green,…
$300 - $2,500 per grant; $47,000 total distributed
Meedan Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Check Global COVID-19 Microgrants Fund Status: Closed (2020) Geographic Scope: Asia-Pacific, Africa, Latin America, North Africa and Western Asia Focus Areas: - Fact-checking and verification…
Up to $5,000 for individuals; Up to $15,000 for collectives and organizations
Meedan Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation
Check Global Independent Media Response Fund Status: Active/Ongoing (2022-2023 focus) Geographic Scope: - North Africa Western Asia - Sub-Saharan Africa - Latin America and the Caribbean -…
Up to US $15,000
Montclair State University · Rolling / Open Foundation
Civic Science Media Project Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Montclair State University Amount: Up to US $15,000 Last Updated: June 27, 2025 Summary The Civic Science Media Project Grants, offered by…
Approximately US $100,000
Press Forward · Rolling / Open Foundation
Closing Local Coverage Gaps Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Press Forward Amount: Approximately US $100,000 Last Updated: May 09, 2025 Summary Press Forward's initiative, 'Closing Local Coverage Gaps,'…
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COUNCIL FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE WRITING INC · Rolling / Open Foundation
Cohn Prize Overview: Prize program mentioned in CASW awards and fellowships section but no details provided in source materials. Status: Listed as active CASW award but specific focus, eligibility,…
Up to US $10,000
COLUMBUS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Columbus Matrix Foundation Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Columbus Foundation Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary Overview Columbus Matrix Foundation…
Silicon Valley Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Action Grants - Local Journalism Status: ACTIVE Funder: Silicon Valley Community Foundation Last Updated: February 05, 2026 Summary The Community Action Grants - Local Journalism program by…
AMERICAN PRESS INSTITUTE INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Community Listening Sprint Awards Award Amount: $3,000 per organization Overview: The American Press Institute awarded grants to news organizations participating in the Mobilizing News sprint for…
US $5,000
Oregon Humanities · Rolling / Open Foundation
Community Storytelling Fellowship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Oregon Humanities Amount: US $5,000 Last Updated: September 03, 2025 Summary The Community Storytelling Fellowship, sponsored by Oregon…
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INDEPENDENCE PUBLIC MEDIA OF · Rolling / Open Foundation
Overview _NOTE: Community Voices Fund Applications to Re-open in Summer of 2025._ Independence Public Media Foundation The Independence Public Media Foundation connects creators, industry experts,…
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Pulitzer Center · Rolling / Open Foundation
Conflict & Peace Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Pulitzer Center Last Updated: November 05, 2025 Summary The Pulitzer Center's Conflict & Peace Grants aim to fund in-depth reporting on conflicts and…
LOCAL MEDIA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Covering Climate Collaborative Funder: Local Media Foundation Overview: A program supporting journalism and media initiatives related to climate change coverage. Geographic Scope: Not specified in…
LOCAL MEDIA ASSOCIATION · Rolling / Open Foundation
Covering Climate Collaborative Funder: Local Media Association + Local Media Foundation Overview: A program for local media organizations to cover climate-related issues and stories. Geographic…
FUND FOR CONSTITUTIONAL GOVERNMENT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation
Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards Organization: Fund for Constitutional Government in partnership with Columbia Journalism Review Overview: The Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards is an…
Individuals: up to $500; Organizations: up to $2,000; Collaborative projects: up to $2,500
Meedan Inc · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation
Pequeños Incentivos Financieros para Apoyar el Trabajo de Medios (Spanish Language COVID-19 Microgrants) Status: Closed (as of October 6, 2022) Geographic Scope: Latin America and emerging economies…
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of grants for journalism are available?
Grants for Journalism come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for grants for journalism?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
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