Deadline: 17-Apr-2026 The Ramesh Chandra Agarwal Journalism Fellowship by Dainik Bhaskar offers a one-year immersive newsroom experience for aspiring journalists in India. Fellows gain hands-on training in data-driven journalism, multimedia storytelling, and content creation across print and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Ramesh Chandra Agarwal Journalism Fellowship Program (India)
Latest Grants and Resources for Media and Development
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Media and Development for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Workshop for Communicators and Content Creators on Renewable Energy (India)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is organizing a workshop in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, from May 14–16, 2026, targeting communicators and content creators focused on renewable energy and environmental reporting. The initiative aims to enhance skills in coverage, … [Read more...] about Workshop for Communicators and Content Creators on Renewable Energy (India)
Submissions open for the Creative Fellowship Program (US)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The Google Creative Fellowship Program offers emerging creative professionals hands-on experience across Google’s in-house creative teams. Fellows work on projects involving films, ad campaigns, interactive experiences, and AI-driven storytelling, gaining … [Read more...] about Submissions open for the Creative Fellowship Program (US)
Apply Now: Youth Leadership & Peacebuilding Call (Timor-Leste)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 UN Women Timor-Leste invites civil society organizations to implement a youth-focused program strengthening leadership, gender equality, and inclusive peacebuilding. With a 10-month timeline and USD 25,000–27,000 budget, the initiative targets youth, including young women, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Youth Leadership & Peacebuilding Call (Timor-Leste)
2026 World Awards for African Imagery WAAI
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Africa Photography Awards invite photographers worldwide to capture Africa’s landscapes, wildlife, culture, and urban life. Open to professionals and amateurs alike, the competition offers 222 awards across multiple categories, recognizing excellence in originality, … [Read more...] about 2026 World Awards for African Imagery WAAI
Submit Applications for Global Initiatives Grant
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Global Initiatives Grant Program supports innovative public anthropology projects that help scholars expand anthropology’s impact beyond academia and reach broader public audiences. The program offers one nonrenewable grant of up to US$80,000 annually for initiatives … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Global Initiatives Grant
Call for Applications: Belgian Bridge Grant Programme (Belgium)
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The Belgian Bridge Grant Programme funds investigative journalism projects that bring together Dutch-speaking and French-speaking journalists in Belgium. With a total of €100,000 available, the programme promotes multilingual storytelling, cross-community collaboration, and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Belgian Bridge Grant Programme (Belgium)
Apply for the Canon Female Photojournalist Grant Program
Deadline: 19-May-2026 The Canon Female Photojournalist Grant Program provides €8,000 in funding to professional female photojournalists to execute impactful reportage projects. Applications are open to individual journalists globally, with projects judged on journalistic quality, photographic … [Read more...] about Apply for the Canon Female Photojournalist Grant Program
Nominations open for Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2026 invites photographers worldwide to submit their funniest wildlife photos and videos. Participants compete across multiple categories for prizes including a Kenyan safari, professional camera kits, and photography gear. The … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards
Nominations open for National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards
Deadline: 03-Apr-2026 The National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards support individuals engaged in science communication, science journalism, or research who demonstrate the ability to produce high-quality, engaging science content. A total of 24 awards are available, with top prizes of … [Read more...] about Nominations open for National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards
Open Call for Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival in Baden, Switzerland, invites global filmmakers to showcase innovative animation works and compete for cash prizes and awards. The festival emphasizes frame-by-frame animation, creative storytelling, and emerging talent, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival
CFAs: Cultural Events on Key Social and Democratic Issues (Armenia)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The ERIM Cultural Engagement Grant 2026 supports civil society organisations in Armenia to organise innovative cultural events promoting democratic values, human rights, and civic engagement. Grants of up to €24,000 fund interactive, participatory projects that foster … [Read more...] about CFAs: Cultural Events on Key Social and Democratic Issues (Armenia)
Apply for Media Training of Youth Program in Jordan
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The Support to Democratic Reforms in Jordan project invites politically active youth to a five-day media training workshop in May or June 2026. Organized by CFI, the program strengthens participants’ skills in political communication, media engagement, and social media … [Read more...] about Apply for Media Training of Youth Program in Jordan
Call for Projects: Empowering Palestinian and Israeli Civil Societies and Media
Deadline: 26-Mar-2026 Canal France International (CFI) is offering 40 stipends of EUR 4,000 each to support freelance journalists and content creators in producing high-quality digital media content over six months. The program prioritizes projects that promote media pluralism, counter … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Empowering Palestinian and Israeli Civil Societies and Media
Text and Video Reporting Grants for Non-Economic Loss and Damage (India)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites communicators from coastal Bangladesh and Indian states along the Bay of Bengal to produce in-depth reporting on overlooked climate change impacts, including non-economic loss and damage, community resilience, and social consequences. … [Read more...] about Text and Video Reporting Grants for Non-Economic Loss and Damage (India)
Applications open for Media Travel Grant Program in New Zealand
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The Foundation’s Media Travel Grants provide New Zealand-based journalists with funding to travel independently to Asia for reporting, aiming to enhance New Zealanders’ understanding of economic, political, social, and strategic developments in Asia. Grants cover … [Read more...] about Applications open for Media Travel Grant Program in New Zealand
CFAs: Press Exchange and Collaborative Investigations on Energy and Environment (France and Moldova)
Deadline: 24-Mar-2026 The CFI has opened applications to select 10 Moldova-based journalists for a France–Moldova press exchange and collaborative investigation programme focused on energy, environment, and climate. The initiative offers fully funded participation in an exchange in … [Read more...] about CFAs: Press Exchange and Collaborative Investigations on Energy and Environment (France and Moldova)
Entries Open: Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship 2027
Deadline: 19-Apr-2026 The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship Program offers a fully funded opportunity for women, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming journalists to strengthen their reporting in human rights and social justice. The fellowship combines academic study and research at MIT’s Center for … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship 2027
Climate, Heritage and Geopark Journalism Programme (Mongolia)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 UNESCO East Asia is inviting national organizations to strengthen media capacity in Mongolia for climate change, cultural and geo-heritage, Geoparks, and sustainable tourism reporting ahead of COP17. The programme supports ethical, solution-based journalism, fosters … [Read more...] about Climate, Heritage and Geopark Journalism Programme (Mongolia)
“25 to 25: Young and Bold” Competition (Ukraine)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The “25 to 25: Young and Bold” Competition by the Media Development Foundation celebrates young media professionals under 25 who are actively contributing to independent media and community engagement. The program recognizes emerging talent, encourages … [Read more...] about “25 to 25: Young and Bold” Competition (Ukraine)
Open Call: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (South Sudan)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2026 in South Sudan provides funding for small-scale, high-impact projects led by local partners. Focused on peace, governance, human rights, and gender equality, the program supports locally conceived initiatives with measurable … [Read more...] about Open Call: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (South Sudan)
Capture the Future: Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature
Deadline: 31-May-2026 UNESCO and vivo have launched the Capture the Future initiative, inviting young people aged 18–35 to share visual stories about human-nature relationships in UNESCO biosphere reserves. Participants can submit photography or short videos that document local … [Read more...] about Capture the Future: Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature
German-Turkish Fellowship Programme for Young Journalists (Turkey)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The German-Turkish Fellowship Programme enables young Turkish journalists to spend two months at German media outlets, gaining hands-on experience, professional training, and insights into Germany’s political, economic, and cultural landscape. The fellowship strengthens … [Read more...] about German-Turkish Fellowship Programme for Young Journalists (Turkey)
IJP George Weidenfeld Fellowship for Journalists (Germany, UK)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The IJP George Weidenfeld Fellowship offers British and German journalists the chance to work in each other’s countries, gaining first-hand experience of the media landscape, politics, and society. The programme supports early and mid-career journalists in building … [Read more...] about IJP George Weidenfeld Fellowship for Journalists (Germany, UK)
Eighth Global Environment Facility Assembly Fellowship Program
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering fellowships for five journalists from low- and middle-income countries to cover the Eighth Global Environment Facility (GEF) Assembly in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Fellows will gain access to high-level discussions on climate finance, … [Read more...] about Eighth Global Environment Facility Assembly Fellowship Program
Abdul Hameed Shoman Award for Children’s Literature
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation invites Arab writers to submit original Arabic literary works for children aged 6–8, focusing on early school experiences such as embarrassment and bullying. Winners receive publication, prize money, and recognition, promoting high-quality … [Read more...] about Abdul Hameed Shoman Award for Children’s Literature
Media Grants for Articles and Media Productions (Sweden/Lithuania)
Deadline: 12-Apr-2026 The Media Grants program supports journalists, editorial teams, freelancers, media organizations, companies, and working groups producing articles or media content that bring new perspectives and stories about Sweden and Lithuania. Applicants do not need Swedish or Lithuanian … [Read more...] about Media Grants for Articles and Media Productions (Sweden/Lithuania)
Applications open for Mediterranean Youth in Audiovisual Field
Deadline: 18-Mar-2026 The MED-Y.C.I Programme invites 200 young people (ages 18–30) from select Mediterranean regions to participate in a fully funded learning programme focused on audiovisual storytelling, digital creativity, and civic engagement. The initiative combines workshops, peer exchange, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Mediterranean Youth in Audiovisual Field
Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026: Innovating Sustainable Journalism
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026 invites media professionals to develop sustainable storytelling formats and business models for modern journalism. The event addresses challenges like revenue instability and audience retention, offering hands-on innovation, mentorship, … [Read more...] about Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026: Innovating Sustainable Journalism
Submissions open for the Scholarship Program in Canada
Deadline: 29-Apr-2026 The BC Arts Council Scholarship Program provides funding to support education and training for British Columbia’s emerging artists, arts administrators, and cultural practitioners. Scholarships offer $3,000 per term (up to $6,000 for two terms) for full-time … [Read more...] about Submissions open for the Scholarship Program in Canada
Open Call: Women in Agriculture Leadership Fellowship Program
Deadline: 26-Apr-2026 The Women in Agriculture Leadership Program Fellowship empowers African women scientists in agriculture and climate resilience through a two-year, non-residential program. Fellows receive leadership training, mentoring, technical skills development, networking opportunities, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Women in Agriculture Leadership Fellowship Program
Apply Now: Arts and Science Grants Program 2026 (Australia)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Arts and Science Collaboration Grant offers up to $5,000 for projects that combine arts and STEM to engage South Australian communities. The grant supports creative collaborations that tell local STEM stories, explore scientific issues, and inspire public interest while … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Arts and Science Grants Program 2026 (Australia)
Enthuse Foundation: Funding Critical Business Needs for Entrepreneurs (US)
Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 The Enthuse Foundation provides targeted financial grants to women entrepreneurs in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector, supporting critical business needs such as sustainability, insurance, digital tools, marketing, healthcare, and retirement planning. Grants range from … [Read more...] about Enthuse Foundation: Funding Critical Business Needs for Entrepreneurs (US)
Beyond Print Digital Transformation Program for Media Houses
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The taz Panter Foundation invites South and Southeast Asian print media organizations to join a comprehensive Digital Transformation Workshop. The program provides coaching, seminars, and international exchange to help newspapers adopt digital workflows, AI … [Read more...] about Beyond Print Digital Transformation Program for Media Houses
Apply for African Liberty Writing Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The African Liberty Writing Fellowship Programme supports emerging African writers to publish work on freedom and public policy while gaining professional editorial experience. Fellows participate in a five-week training, receive mentorship, and have opportunities for … [Read more...] about Apply for African Liberty Writing Fellowship Programme
Olive Tree Foundation Grant Opportunity for Canadian Charities
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Olive Tree Foundation offers grants to Canadian community-based organizations to support programs in social services, education, civic engagement, youth development, and environmental sustainability. Funding prioritizes equity, inclusion, and initiatives that … [Read more...] about Olive Tree Foundation Grant Opportunity for Canadian Charities
Applications open for Youth to the Front Fund
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 The Youth to the Front Fund supports young creatives under 30 whose work drives measurable social impact. Projects span arts, performance, film, design, technology, and community interventions, focusing on equity, justice, and systemic change, with opportunities for … [Read more...] about Applications open for Youth to the Front Fund
Call for Proposals: Promoting Freedom of Expression and Media Freedom (Pakistan)
Deadline: 21-Apr-2026 The European Commission is inviting civil society organisations to apply for grants supporting media freedom, freedom of expression, and journalist protection in Pakistan. Projects may address media professionalism, pluralism, online and offline expression, cybercrime support, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Promoting Freedom of Expression and Media Freedom (Pakistan)
Call for Entries: Young Media Makers Fellowship Program
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The Young Media Makers Fellowship by DW Akademie in the Western Balkans provides fully funded training, mentoring, and project development for 12 young media professionals. Participants develop innovative media products targeting young audiences, especially in rural areas, … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Young Media Makers Fellowship Program
Submit Applications for Catalyst Grant 2026 (Nigeria)
Deadline: 28-Mar-2026 The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) 2026 Youth Leadership Development Fund provides grants of up to $50,000 to youth-driven organizations across Nigeria. The fund supports initiatives in policy and advocacy, accountability and transparency, social inclusion, … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Catalyst Grant 2026 (Nigeria)
Applications open for AI Reporting Grants Program
Deadline: 08-Mar-2026 The Tarbell AI Reporting Grants Program supports original journalism on artificial intelligence and its societal impacts. Grants range from $1,000 to $20,000 and fund written and multimedia reporting across six key AI focus areas. Applications are open to experienced … [Read more...] about Applications open for AI Reporting Grants Program
Apply for Mumbai International Film Festival (New Zealand)
Deadline: 13-Mar-2026 The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono invites applications from emerging New Zealand screen creatives to join a delegation to the Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) 2026, held in Mumbai, India. This opportunity is designed for early-career … [Read more...] about Apply for Mumbai International Film Festival (New Zealand)
Special Call for Journalism Grant Program (United States)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The Pulitzer Center is offering journalism grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to report on the effects of cuts to U.S. health aid in the Global South, particularly focusing on children’s and women’s health, HIV control, and malnutrition programs. The … [Read more...] about Special Call for Journalism Grant Program (United States)
Entries Open: Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship (United States)
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The New York University Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute, in partnership with the Dow Jones News Fund, offers the Ed Bradley Fellowship for a one-week intensive summer workshop in 2026. The program aims to increase the representation of African-American … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Ed Bradley Journalism Fellowship (United States)
Entries open for the Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts 2026
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts 2025 invites Nigerian filmmakers aged 18–35 to submit short documentary films (≤20 minutes) under the theme IDENTITY. The award celebrates creative excellence in non-fiction storytelling, offering USD 20,000 to the winner. … [Read more...] about Entries open for the Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts 2026
Biodiversity Media Grants to Strengthen Environmental Reporting
Deadline: 28-Mar-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN), a program of Internews, is offering €10,000–€12,000 grants to 3–4 media organizations in low- and middle-income countries to strengthen biodiversity reporting. The funding supports in-depth journalism projects, collaborative and data-driven … [Read more...] about Biodiversity Media Grants to Strengthen Environmental Reporting
Apply Now: Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award for a Young Science Journalist (US)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Council for the Advancement of Science Writing offers the Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award to recognize outstanding non-technical science journalism by writers aged 30 or younger. The 2026 winner receives USD 1,000 and a certificate for excellence in … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award for a Young Science Journalist (US)
Open Call: Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Science Reporting (US)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Victor Cohn Prize recognizes a journalist whose body of work over the past five years has significantly advanced public understanding of medical science and its impact on human health. The award includes a $5,000 prize and a certificate of excellence. … [Read more...] about Open Call: Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Science Reporting (US)
CFAs: Human-Centred Conservation Storytelling Grant Program
Deadline: 08-Mar-2026 The Jamma Conservation and Communities is inviting applications for its Human-Centred Conservation Storytelling Grant, supporting journalists, writers, filmmakers, and multimedia storytellers to produce publishable stories that explore conservation through the … [Read more...] about CFAs: Human-Centred Conservation Storytelling Grant Program
Apply Now: Special Call for Journalism Grant Program
Deadline: 06-Mar-2026 The Pulitzer Center has launched a Special Call for Journalism Grants focused on climate change and labor reporting. Grants of USD 5,000 to 15,000 support investigative projects on business accountability, gendered climate impacts, and community-led climate … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Special Call for Journalism Grant Program
