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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ISF Media Scholarship Program Grant Islamic Scholarship Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The ISF Media Scholarship Program, established by the Islamic Scholarship Fund, supports American Muslim students pursuing degrees in media-related fields.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Science Reporting Grant Council for the Advancement of Science Writing Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Science Reporting, established in 2000 by CASW, honors outstanding writers for their contributions in medical science reporting.	Not published	$5K
Drue Smith/Society of Professional Journalists’ Scholarship Fund The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies For over 30 years, Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee (CFMT) has been driving meaningful, positive change in our community. We do this by bringing together those who want to help and those who need help.	Not published	Varies
The Congressman Mark Foley Scholarship for Journalism Education Fund Grant Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarships support aspiring college students who hold the promise of tomorrow’s progress. Together, our competitive grants and scholarships help our region rise thanks to the vision and generosity of our donors.	Not published	Varies
Perspective Fund: Organizations Grant Perspective Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Perspective Fund is dedicated to transforming storytelling into a tool for social change, focusing on equity and justice.	Not published	Varies
Hillman Labor and Workplace Reporting Grants The Sidney Hillman Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Sidney Hillman Foundation honors excellence in journalism in service of the common good. Our awards and programs honor the legacy and vision of union pioneer and New Deal architect Sidney Hillman.	Not published	Varies
AAJA Scholarships & Internship Grants Asian American Journalists Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) annually offers up to $20,000 in scholarships and internship grants to journalism students to help offset education, internship, and living costs, including named Broadcast News Internship…	Not published	Varies
Jack G. Shaheen Mass Communications Scholarship Awards Arab Community Center for Economic and S · Foundation Not published · $3K Recognize and award Arab-American university students who excel in Media Studies	Not published	$3K
Shirley McKown Scholarship Fund Grant Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $6K The Shirley McKown Scholarship Fund, established by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation, supports students majoring in Journalism and Communications.	Not published	$6K
Africa Climate and Environment (ACE) Micro Grants Pulitzer Center · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pulitzer Center has a bold vision: to be the venue for the world’s most innovative and consequential reporting, with journalism as the key element for mobilizing society through audience engagement strategies.	Not published	Varies
The Hearst Journalism Awards Program - Multimedia - Multimedia I – Narrative Video Storytelling Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Hearst Journalism Awards Program, established in 1960, supports journalism education by awarding scholarships to exceptional undergraduate students.	Not published	$1K – $3K
The Kent Flanagan Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kent Flanagan Memorial Scholarship, established by family and friends of the late journalist Kent Flanagan, supports Tennessee students pursuing degrees in journalism.	Not published	Varies
ESPN / Sports Task Force Internship Asian American Journalists Association · Foundation Not published · $4K	Not published	$4K
The Hearst Journalism Awards Program - Multimedia - Multimedia III – Digital News or Enterprise Story – Individual Grant William Randolph Hearst Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Hearst Journalism Awards Program, established in 1960, supports journalism education through scholarships and competitions.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Doell Family Scholarship Grant Community Foundation of NCW · Foundation Not published · Varies The Doell Family Scholarship, established by the children of Bill and Mildred Doell, honors their parents' commitment to education and community service in North Central Washington.	Not published	Varies
Filmmaking Grants- Production Grant Southern Documentary Fund · Foundation Not published · $15K The Southern Documentary Fund (SDF) offers a Production Grant aimed at supporting Southern documentary filmmakers.	Not published	$15K
Cohn Prize Council for the Advancement of Science Writing Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Prize program mentioned in CASW awards and fellowships section but no details provided in source materials.	Not published	Varies
Beacon Award for Excellence in Reporting on Public Education Georgia School Boards Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The GSBA Beacon Award recognizes outstanding reporting on public education by individuals, media representatives, or organizations whose coverage has created understanding of public education issues and informed the general public about…	Not published	Varies
LPB Public Media Content Fund Grant Latino Public Broadcasting · Foundation Not published · $10K – $100K The LPB Public Media Content Fund invites independent filmmakers to submit proposals for documentaries and limited series that align with LPB’s Content Priorities.	Not published	$10K – $100K
Inter American Press Association: Awards for Excellence in Journalism Grant Inter American Press Association · Foundation Not published · $2K The Inter American Press Association (IAPA) is inviting media professionals from North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Spain to participate in the Awards for Excellence in Journalism.	Not published	$2K
OTF Rapid Response Fund Grant Open Technology Fund (OTF) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The OTF Rapid Response Fund Grant provides urgent support for individuals and organizations facing digital emergencies that threaten their free expression.	Not published	Up to $50K
MVJ-NBC Partnership: Internship Program Military Veterans in Journalism Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies MVJ has partnered with NBC Universal to help veterans enter America's newsrooms. MVJ will flag applications of its members to NBCUniversal directly for consideration in their paid internship program.	Not published	Varies
Freshwater Storytelling: Request for Proposals National Geographic Society · Foundation Not published · Varies The National Geographic Society, in partnership with the Conrad Hilton Foundation’s Safe Water Initiative, invites proposals from storytellers to create and disseminate content that raises public awareness about sustainable freshwater use.	Not published	Varies
James O. Thomason Scholarship Grant Hampton Wildlife Fund · Foundation Not published · $2K The James O. Thomason Scholarship, established by the Hampton Wildlife Fund in 2005, honors a dedicated supporter of South Carolina's natural resources.	Not published	$2K

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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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