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.
INN Nonprofit News Awards (INNYs) Overview: The INN Nonprofit News Awards honor excellence in journalism, leadership and community service across the field of nonprofit news. Geographic Scope: United…
Insight Award Funder: Library of American Broadcasting Foundation (LABF), in association with the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Award Type: Honor/Recognition Award Focus Areas:…
Inter American Press Association: Awards for Excellence in Journalism Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Inter American Press Association Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: May 06, 2025 Summary The Inter…
Internship Program Funder: New Jersey Civic Information Consortium Overview: A statewide paid internship program connecting local news organizations with students from the Consortium's six member…
IPJ Journalism Awards Funder: The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) - Institute on Political Journalism (IPJ) Program Type: Annual competitive journalism awards recognizing excellence in reporting…
ISF Media Scholarship Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Islamic Scholarship Fund Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: December 17, 2025 Summary The ISF Media Scholarship Program,…
Jack Bates Award Purpose: Honors an individual for distinguished service to the California Press through effective leadership in addressing newspaper challenges and assisting journalism education.…
Jack G. Shaheen Mass Communications Scholarship Awards Funder: Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP) Purpose: Recognize and award Arab-American university students who excel in Media Studies…
James O. Thomason Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hampton Wildlife Fund Amount: US $2,000 Last Updated: November 14, 2025 Summary The James O. Thomason Scholarship, established by the…
James W. Carey Urban Communication Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Urban Communication Foundation Amount: US $2,500 Last Updated: July 24, 2025 Summary The James W. Carey Urban Communication Grant,…
Jean Longwith Scholarship for Radio-Television-Film Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: San Antonio Area Foundation Last Updated: September 04, 2025 Summary The Jean Longwith Scholarship for…
Overview _NOTE: By applying for the John C. Ensslin Memorial Scholarship, you are also being considered for one of the eight available Damon Runyon Scholarship awards of $1,500. The top applicant…
John Dingell Scholarship Overview: One of the MAB Foundation's scholarship programs for students interested in broadcasting. Geographic Scope: Michigan Focus Areas: Broadcasting, journalism Contact…
Joseph H. Garagiola Sr. ASU/Cronkite School Sports Broadcasting Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Arizona Community Foundation Last Updated: March 09, 2026 Summary The Joseph H. Garagiola Sr.…
Journalism & Media Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: John D and Catherine T MacArthur Foundation Last Updated: August 25, 2025 Summary The Journalism & Media Grant aims to promote inclusive narratives and…
Journalism Grants Funder: NIHCM Foundation Overview: NIHCM Foundation supports timely health care journalism that informs efforts to improve the health of Americans and examines emerging health…
Joyce Foundation: Journalism Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Joyce Foundation Last Updated: November 24, 2025 Summary The Joyce Foundation's Journalism Grants support independent, nonpartisan…
Judy and Pete Lysaker Journalism Support Fund Overview: A fund established to honor Judy Lysaker, a dedicated journalism and English teacher at State High for 35 years, and her husband Pete Lysaker.…
Overview About Us The Community Foundation of Dickinson County, Inc. was established in 1999 by a group of civic-minded individuals who cherished their community and wanted to ensure future…
JustFilms Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Ford Foundation Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary JustFilms Grants, funded by the Ford Foundation, supports artist-driven documentary and emerging media…