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Nominations Open: Traditional Arts Project Award Grant 2027 (Ireland)

Deadline: 23-Jul-2026 The Traditional Arts Project Award Grant supports high-quality once-off artistic projects led by traditional arts in the Republic of Ireland. The award helps professional artists, groups, and organisations develop and deliver creative projects in music, singing, dancing, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Traditional Arts Project Award Grant 2027 (Ireland)

Applications open for Organizational Grants (Slovenia)

Deadline: 15-Oct-2026 The Call for Organizational Grants supports civil society organizations in Slovenia by strengthening their long-term strategic development, internal capacity, and work in key areas of social progress. The call focuses on democracy, rule of law, human rights, media literacy, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Organizational Grants (Slovenia)

Apply now for Record Label Development Scheme (Australia)

Deadline: 04-Aug-2026 The Music Australia Record Label Development Scheme is a matched funding program offering up to $125,000 to support Australian record labels in developing artists and strengthening label operations. It focuses on improving recording quality, marketing, artist development, and … [Read more...] about Apply now for Record Label Development Scheme (Australia)

Story Grants to Report on Asia’s Endangered Apes

Deadline: 19-Jul-2026 The Earth Journalism Network is offering reporting grants to journalists and media practitioners in selected Asian range countries to produce in-depth stories on orangutans, gibbons and other apes. The grants support original reporting on threats to wild and captive apes, … [Read more...] about Story Grants to Report on Asia’s Endangered Apes

Nominations open for Val Wood Prize for Creative Writing 2026

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The Val Wood Prize 2026 invites writers aged 16 and above to submit original, unpublished short fiction inspired by the titles of Val Wood’s books. The competition theme is “Titles,” and each entrant may submit only one entry based on a title from Val Wood’s published works … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Val Wood Prize for Creative Writing 2026

Request for Proposals: TV and Web Grant Program

Deadline: 02-Jul-2026 The TV and Web Grant Program supports independent screenwriters, directors and producers from the MENA region in developing and producing original serialised audiovisual content for international audiences. The programme offers up to $20,000 for television series development … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: TV and Web Grant Program

#Creatives4Peace Youth Online Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 02-Jul-2026 The UNDP Creatives4Peace Youth Online Innovation Challenge 2027 is a pan-African initiative supporting young creatives using art, digital media, and cultural expression to promote peace, dialogue, and social cohesion. It focuses on performing arts, digital art, fashion, … [Read more...] about #Creatives4Peace Youth Online Innovation Challenge

Call for Proposals: Strengthening India–Sri Lanka Cooperation

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 The India–Sri Lanka Foundation (ISLF) invites proposals for projects that promote friendship, mutual understanding, and collaboration between India and Sri Lanka. The programme focuses on strengthening people-to-people connections and supporting shared development through … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening India–Sri Lanka Cooperation

Apply Now: Youth4Regions Journalism Competition

Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The Youth4Regions Journalism Competition is an EU programme for young aspiring journalists aged 18–30 to produce articles, photos, videos, or audio reports on EU Cohesion Policy and EU-funded projects. Selected participants receive fully funded training, mentorship, and a … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Youth4Regions Journalism Competition

Call for Applications: Young Journalist Programme

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Young Journalist Programme invites early-career journalists from around the world to join a mentored reporting experience at the International Anti-Corruption Conference in the Dominican Republic in December 2026. The programme offers 10 positions for journalists under … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Young Journalist Programme

Nominations open for the 20th Japan International MANGA Award

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Japan International MANGA Award is an international competition established to promote manga culture worldwide and strengthen cross-cultural exchange through creative storytelling. It recognises original manga works created by non-Japanese artists that … [Read more...] about Nominations open for the 20th Japan International MANGA Award

United Nations Correspondents Association Awards for Best Journalistic Coverage

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) Awards recognize outstanding journalism covering the United Nations, its agencies, and global development issues. The 30th edition invites print, broadcast, and online journalists worldwide to submit work published between … [Read more...] about United Nations Correspondents Association Awards for Best Journalistic Coverage

Apply Now: General Operating Support Program (United States)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The General Operating Support Program provides flexible, unrestricted funding to nonprofit poetry organizations, presses, publications, and select literary arts service and membership organizations in the United States and U.S. territories. The program helps eligible … [Read more...] about Apply Now: General Operating Support Program (United States)

Open Call: Glocal Teen Hero Program Nepal 2026

Deadline: 25-Jul-2026 Glocal Teen Hero Nepal is a youth recognition programme that celebrates teenagers aged 13–19 who are creating positive social impact beyond academics through leadership, innovation, and creativity. It highlights young changemakers from Nepal and other South Asian countries … [Read more...] about Open Call: Glocal Teen Hero Program Nepal 2026

UNESCO MGIEP India-wide Youth Debate on Peaceful and Sustainable Futures (India)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The UNESCO MGIEP India-Wide Youth Program is inviting applications from young people across India to participate in a national initiative focused on peace, sustainability, ethical leadership, and youth-driven policy dialogue. The program will be held in New Delhi and aims to … [Read more...] about UNESCO MGIEP India-wide Youth Debate on Peaceful and Sustainable Futures (India)

Advanced Workshop on Electoral Disinformation, Fact-Checking and AI in Newsrooms (Nigeria)

Deadline: 24-Jun-2026 The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) is inviting applications from Nigerian journalists, editors, and media professionals for a specialized training program focused on combating electoral disinformation ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections. The … [Read more...] about Advanced Workshop on Electoral Disinformation, Fact-Checking and AI in Newsrooms (Nigeria)

Digitalundivided BREAKTHROUGH Program Supporting Startup Growth (US)

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The Digitalundivided BREAKTHROUGH Program is a business growth and entrepreneurship support initiative designed to help founders scale established businesses through mentorship, funding strategies, customer insights, growth marketing, sales development, and technology … [Read more...] about Digitalundivided BREAKTHROUGH Program Supporting Startup Growth (US)

Applications open for People-First AI Fund (United States)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The 2026 People-First AI Fund is a $50 million grant initiative from the OpenAI Foundation supporting U.S.-based nonprofits using AI to improve community services, strengthen cultural participation, and enhance public-interest media. The fund prioritizes practical, … [Read more...] about Applications open for People-First AI Fund (United States)

Open Call: Anti-Slavery Day Media Awards (UK)

Deadline: 07-Aug-2026 The Anti-Slavery Day Media Awards recognise UK-based media professionals for high-quality journalism and storytelling on modern slavery and human trafficking. The awards highlight responsible reporting, survivor-centred narratives, and impactful investigative and broadcast … [Read more...] about Open Call: Anti-Slavery Day Media Awards (UK)

Nominations Open: Golden Shield Heritage Awards 2026 (South Africa)

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The Golden Shield Heritage Awards 2026 celebrates individuals, organisations, and institutions contributing to the preservation, promotion, and interpretation of South Africa’s cultural heritage. The awards highlight efforts that strengthen social cohesion, community … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Golden Shield Heritage Awards 2026 (South Africa)

Call for Entries: Uganda Press Photo Award

Deadline: 26-Jul-2026 The Uganda Press Photo Award invites Ugandan photographers to submit powerful documentary and editorial photography projects that capture important stories, events, and social realities. The competition celebrates authentic visual storytelling and provides photographers with … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Uganda Press Photo Award

Apply for Community and Social Cohesion Grants Programme (UK)

Deadline: 05-Aug-2026 The Community and Social Cohesion Grants Programme provides funding for projects and events that bring people together, strengthen community relationships, and build safer, more resilient communities across the Lewes District. The programme supports initiatives that promote … [Read more...] about Apply for Community and Social Cohesion Grants Programme (UK)

East African Photography Award 2026 – Single Images

Deadline: 26-Jul-2026 The East African Photography Award is now accepting applications from photographers across East Africa to showcase compelling visual stories through a single-image format. The competition celebrates documentary photography, environmental storytelling, and creative visual … [Read more...] about East African Photography Award 2026 – Single Images

Open Call for 4th Mercantil Journalism Prize – Brazil

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The 4th Mercantil Journalism Prize is accepting entries from journalists across Brazil for outstanding reporting focused on financial longevity, financial inclusion, and quality of life for people aged 50 and above. The award recognizes journalism that promotes informed … [Read more...] about Open Call for 4th Mercantil Journalism Prize – Brazil

Call for Communications Campaign on Illegal Migration Risks and Economic Stability (Nepal)

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Nepal is inviting proposals for a communications campaign designed to raise awareness about the risks and consequences of illegal migration. The initiative seeks to engage journalists, filmmakers, and content creators in producing fact-based multimedia … [Read more...] about Call for Communications Campaign on Illegal Migration Risks and Economic Stability (Nepal)

Apply Now: Kosovo Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence (Albania and Serbia)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Kosovo Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence supports aspiring and mid-career journalists in Kosovo to produce high-quality investigative stories on important public issues. The programme selects 10 journalists aged 18–35 and provides a €2,000 bursary, editorial … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Kosovo Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence (Albania and Serbia)

Grants Available for Cross-Border Collaborative Investigations on the Impact of AI

Deadline: 22-Jul-2026 Free Press Unlimited is supporting cross-border investigative journalism projects that examine the social, political, environmental, and human impacts of artificial intelligence. The programme provides grants of up to €5,000 per project to journalist teams … [Read more...] about Grants Available for Cross-Border Collaborative Investigations on the Impact of AI

Apply for Creative Business Studio Programme (Africa)

Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The Creative Business Studio is a six-week online capacity-building programme by Unpublished Africa designed to help African visual storytellers and creative entrepreneurs develop the business skills needed for sustainable and profitable creative careers. The programme … [Read more...] about Apply for Creative Business Studio Programme (Africa)

Entries Open: Media Workshop on Biodiversity Reporting in Kenya

Deadline: 11-Jul-2026 The Earth Journalism Network is inviting journalists in Kenya to apply for a fully funded biodiversity reporting workshop in Malindi from August 24–26, 2026. The training will strengthen journalists’ skills in conservation reporting, biodiversity science, environmental policy … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Media Workshop on Biodiversity Reporting in Kenya

Nominations Open: Jacqueline Nonkels Prize 2026 (Belgium)

Deadline: 30-Nov-2026 The Jacqueline Nonkels Prize 2026 awards €10,000 to individuals and organisations supporting the preservation, promotion, and public awareness of Belgian surrealist heritage. The prize funds projects related to conservation, research, publications, exhibitions, and educational … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Jacqueline Nonkels Prize 2026 (Belgium)

Gainbridge Assists Grant for Women and Girls in Sports and Education (US)

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The Gainbridge Assists Powered by Parity Grant is a U.S. grant initiative supporting organizations that expand sports and education opportunities for girls and women. It provides $250,000 in total funding, including 30 grants of $5,000 each, for community … [Read more...] about Gainbridge Assists Grant for Women and Girls in Sports and Education (US)

Green Beat Story Grants for Student Environmental Journalism (Philippines)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Green Beat Story Grants by AYEJ provides funding and mentorship to student journalists in the Philippines to produce in-depth environmental news-feature stories. It supports reporting on climate, ecology, and community impacts across themes like biodiversity, energy … [Read more...] about Green Beat Story Grants for Student Environmental Journalism (Philippines)

Call for Projects for Individuals: Prize Jacqueline Nonkels 2026 (Belgium)

Deadline: 30-Nov-2026 The Prize Jacqueline Nonkels is an annual Belgian award providing €10,000 to support projects that preserve, research, restore, and promote Belgian surrealist heritage. It funds exhibitions, publications, conservation work, education, and institutional initiatives. The prize … [Read more...] about Call for Projects for Individuals: Prize Jacqueline Nonkels 2026 (Belgium)

“Home Grown” Exhibition Call by The Starving Artist

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The “Home Grown” exhibition and publication by The Starving Artist is a multidisciplinary creative call that invites artists, writers, and practitioners to explore food as a cultural, political, and social lens. It focuses on themes such as land, labour, identity, memory, … [Read more...] about “Home Grown” Exhibition Call by The Starving Artist

South Australian Living Artist Publication Grant

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The South Australian Living Artist Publication is a grant initiative that supports the creation of a professionally produced publication profiling an established South Australian visual artist, craft practitioner, or designer. The publication documents current artistic … [Read more...] about South Australian Living Artist Publication Grant

Nominations open for Asian Media Awards (UK)

Deadline: 21-Aug-2026 The Asian Media Awards recognise media organisations, professionals, broadcasters, journalists, digital platforms, and public relations practitioners serving the British Asian community across the United Kingdom. The awards are open to eligible UK-based and UK-coordinated … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Asian Media Awards (UK)

Apply Now: Media Workshop on Biodiversity in Montenegro

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The Earth Journalism Network is accepting applications from journalists and media practitioners in the Western Balkans to strengthen biodiversity reporting and improve public engagement on nature and conservation issues. The fully funded programme will support approximately … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Media Workshop on Biodiversity in Montenegro

Call for Applications: Communication Labs for CSOs (Moldova)

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The EU-funded Eastern Partnership Civil Society Facility project has launched the 2026 Communication Labs programme for civil society organisations in Moldova. The programme will select up to ten CSOs to strengthen their strategic communication, public engagement, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Communication Labs for CSOs (Moldova)

Open Call for Art Residency Disappearing Landscape Program

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The Disappearing Landscape Art Residency invites artists and creative practitioners to explore environmental change, disappearing landscapes, and community resilience in the High Tatras region of Slovakia. The residency focuses on landscape degradation, overdevelopment, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Art Residency Disappearing Landscape Program

Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program (US)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship supports journalists of color who want to strengthen their investigative reporting skills through training, mentorship, and project development. The yearlong fellowship provides access to … [Read more...] about Chauncey Bailey Journalist of Color Investigative Reporting Fellowship Program (US)

Submissions open for Grierson-Percy Documentary Grant (UK)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Grierson-Percy Documentary Grant supports UK-based independent documentary filmmakers and UK-registered production companies completing films about political or international crises. The grant provides non-recoupable funding of £10,000 to £25,000 for additional shooting … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Grierson-Percy Documentary Grant (UK)

Open call for PeoplesPadma Reel Contest 2026 (India)

Deadline: 18-Jun-2026 The PeoplesPadmaAwards Reel Contest invites Indian citizens to create original 60–75 second reels highlighting the inspiring journeys of Padma awardees. The top 10 winners will each receive INR 21,000 and an invitation to attend the Padma Awards Ceremony at Rashtrapati … [Read more...] about Open call for PeoplesPadma Reel Contest 2026 (India)

Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover UNCBD COP17 in Yerevan

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The Biodiversity Fellowship Program is accepting applications from journalists in low- and middle-income countries to report from the UN Convention on Biological Diversity COP17 in Yerevan, Armenia, in October 2026. The fully funded fellowship covers international travel, … [Read more...] about Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover UNCBD COP17 in Yerevan

Apply now for Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism provides annual grants to support women, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming journalists producing immersive, human-centered narrative journalism. The fund prioritizes emotionally rich, literary-style reporting that captures … [Read more...] about Apply now for Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

CFPs: Disinformation Booster Academy for Journalists, Media Professionals, and Journalism Students (Ukraine)

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The Disinformation Booster Academy 2026 is a free training program for journalists, media professionals, and journalism students focused on countering disinformation, AI-driven manipulation, and misleading narratives. It provides hands-on training in OSINT, fact-checking, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Disinformation Booster Academy for Journalists, Media Professionals, and Journalism Students (Ukraine)

RFAs: Local Stories on the Role of Civic Participation Program (Ukraine)

Deadline: 24-Jun-2026 The Local Stories on the Role of Civic Participation Program is designed to support regional journalists in producing high-quality media content that explores the relationship between citizens, local authorities, and community development. The fellowship encourages fact-based … [Read more...] about RFAs: Local Stories on the Role of Civic Participation Program (Ukraine)

Call for Applications: Media Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Media Grants programme supports journalists, media professionals, freelancers, editorial offices, and media companies producing stories that present new perspectives on Sweden and Lithuania. The grant supports cross-border reporting, international media collaboration, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Media Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)

Open Call: Promoting Entrepreneurship Grants and Consultancy

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 JX Fund is inviting independent exiled media from Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Russia, and Syria to apply for financial support and expert consultation. The programme provides funding of up to €35,000 to help media organisations develop scalable and … [Read more...] about Open Call: Promoting Entrepreneurship Grants and Consultancy

Call for Mentors: ‘Our Voices in Motion’ Letter Contest

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Pulitzer Center is seeking educators, journalists, communicators, and community leaders across Latin America to serve as mentors for youth-focused environmental journalism workshops. Selected mentors will guide young people aged 15–24 in transforming investigative … [Read more...] about Call for Mentors: ‘Our Voices in Motion’ Letter Contest

Call for Participants: Feature Film Production Investment (New Zealand)

Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 The Feature Film Production Investment Program supports experienced New Zealand filmmakers in producing or completing feature films for local and international audiences. Administered by the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC), the program provides up to NZ$2.5 million in … [Read more...] about Call for Participants: Feature Film Production Investment (New Zealand)

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