Deadline: 31 May 2019 Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) Kosovo in cooperation with Association of Journalists of Kosovo (AJK), as part of the project funded by the EU, has opened the call for applications for the second phase of the “Kosovo Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence” … [Read more...] about Applications Open for “Kosovo Fellowship for Journalistic Excellence” Programme
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.
Registration Open – Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2019 Feature Conference and Youth Agenda Forum
Deadline: 31 August 2019 UNESCO has launched the annual Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week 2019 under the theme "MIL Citizens: Informed, Engaged, Empowered" which will be celebrated from 24 to 31 October this year. The Global MIL Week 2019 Feature Conference, the Ninth MIL and … [Read more...] about Registration Open – Global Media and Information Literacy Week 2019 Feature Conference and Youth Agenda Forum
2019 John Smith Trust Fellowship Programme is now open
Deadline: 2 June 2019 The John Smith Trust is seeking applications for its Fellowship Programme 2019. The trust is looking for future leaders who will participate actively in the UK residential Programme and who will work hard on the development and subsequent implementation of their Action … [Read more...] about 2019 John Smith Trust Fellowship Programme is now open
2019 Stockholm International Water Institute Journalist Grant Program
Deadline: 23 May 2019 Are you passionate about water and development? Have you covered these topics in your work but want a chance to learn more and interview major actors in the water community? Have you looked for an opportunity to report on a global water meeting, where world leaders, policy … [Read more...] about 2019 Stockholm International Water Institute Journalist Grant Program
International 2019 Visegrad+ Grants for Contributing to the Democratization and Transformation Processes
Deadline: 1 June 2019 International Visegrad fund is seeking applications for its Visegrad+ Grants program to support projects which contribute to the democratization and transformation processes in selected countries and regions, especially non-EU member states in the Western Balkans and the … [Read more...] about International 2019 Visegrad+ Grants for Contributing to the Democratization and Transformation Processes
Funding Opportunity for Journalists in Burkina-Faso, Ghana & Senegal
Deadline: 30 June 2019 The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has announced the 3rd phase of its funding opportunity for journalists in Ghana, Senegal, and Burkina Faso. The initiative seeks to support journalists to produce critical, independent and high-quality reports on issues of … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity for Journalists in Burkina-Faso, Ghana & Senegal
U.S. Mission to Georgia encourages U.S.Organizations to Apply for the 2019 Television Cooperative Program (TVCO-OP)
Deadline: 14 June 2019 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi, Georgia encourages U.S. organizations to apply for the 2019 Television Cooperative Program (TV CO-OP) to assist a Georgian television company in filming feature stories or/and a documentary under the generic … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Georgia encourages U.S.Organizations to Apply for the 2019 Television Cooperative Program (TVCO-OP)
Submit Proposals for British Embassy Programme Fund 2019/20 – Turkey
Deadline: 24 May 2019 The British Embassy Ankara Programme Fund is now open for project proposals for UK financial year 2019/2020. The British Embassy Programme Fund (BEF) is a fund to support programme activity in line with the UK government’s foreign policy objectives in Turkey during … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for British Embassy Programme Fund 2019/20 – Turkey
Velocidad inviting For-profit or Non-Profit Projects from Latin Americans for Digital Journalism
Deadline: 1 July 2019 Velocidad is inviting For-profit or Non-Profit Projects to promote the sustainability and growth of local journalism projects that are either digital native media or have a growth strategy focused on digital media. The main purpose of this accelerator program is to … [Read more...] about Velocidad inviting For-profit or Non-Profit Projects from Latin Americans for Digital Journalism
Apply for Digital Communication Network Fall 2019
Deadline: 1 June 2019 Applicants can apply for the Digital Communication Network program which is funded by the U.S. Department of State and implemented by World Learning, the Digital Communications Network exchange program created and supports a collaborative network of communication … [Read more...] about Apply for Digital Communication Network Fall 2019
Environmental Fellowship supporting Documentary Filmmakers around the World
Deadline: 5 June 2019 The SFFILM Vulcan Productions Environmental Fellowship is supporting documentary filmmakers telling powerful stories about the environment and/or conservation. The SFFILM Vulcan Productions Environmental Fellowship is geared towards filmmakers from anywhere in the world … [Read more...] about Environmental Fellowship supporting Documentary Filmmakers around the World
Slingshot 2019 Startup Competition inviting Innovative Tech and Business Ideas Worldwide
Deadline: 28 June 2019 Startups from around the world of all profiles and backgrounds are invited to participate in SLINGSHOT 2019 to submit their most innovative tech and business ideas. Applicants submission will be reviewed by > 160 industry professionals and decision-makers including … [Read more...] about Slingshot 2019 Startup Competition inviting Innovative Tech and Business Ideas Worldwide
British Embassy in Somalia launches Somali Journalism Prize
Deadline: 7 June 2019 The British Embassy is seeking short videos and photographs from media students and early career journalists based in Somalia including Somaliland which demonstrate a positive, original and unique story about Somalia. To celebrate World Press Freedom Day and the ‘Global … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Somalia launches Somali Journalism Prize
5th Edition of the Free Press Awards to recognise Journalists Worldwide
Deadline: 15 July 2019 Free Press Unlimited is pleased to announce its fifth edition of the Free Press Awards 2019 with an aim to celebrate the work of the best journalists and media professionals. Free Press Unlimited wants people to have access to reliable information they need to develop … [Read more...] about 5th Edition of the Free Press Awards to recognise Journalists Worldwide
European Union Call for Proposals to Support Media Freedom and Professional Journalism in Kosovo
Deadline: 24 June 2019 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organizations for a program entitled "Support Media Freedom and Professional Journalism in Kosovo". The specific objective of this call for proposal of this call for proposals is to strengthen the … [Read more...] about European Union Call for Proposals to Support Media Freedom and Professional Journalism in Kosovo
Nominations Open for 2019 CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year
Deadline: 30 June 2019 Nominations are open for Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) Environmental Photographer of the Year 2019 to promote and reward excellence in international environmental photography, and to enhance the understanding of the causes, consequences … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2019 CIWEM Environmental Photographer of the Year
Independent Journalism Fund for Media in Central America
Deadline: 27 May 2019 The Independent Journalism Fund (FPI) has been announced by The Seattle International Foundation (SIF) to support innovation and security for independent media in Central America. The Independent Journalism Fund seeks to address these needs with a grant that contributes … [Read more...] about Independent Journalism Fund for Media in Central America
Applications Open for Vaclav Havel Journalism Fellowship Program 2019
Deadline: 2 June 2019 Applications are open for Vaclav Havel Journalism Fellowship Program 2019 that provide mentoring and support for outstanding journalists dedicated to promoting human rights and democracy in their target regions. The Václav Havel Journalism Fellowship (VHJF) is a joint … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Vaclav Havel Journalism Fellowship Program 2019
Submissions are solicited from Bangladeshi Citizens for Meena Media Award 2019
Deadline: 2 June 2019 Introduced in 2005, Meena Media Award has stepped into the 15th year in 2019. The award recognizes excellence in promoting children’s issues in the media. Submissions are solicited from Bangladeshi citizens working with print, electronic and online media in two different age … [Read more...] about Submissions are solicited from Bangladeshi Citizens for Meena Media Award 2019
British Embassy Quito, Ecuador seeking Proposals for Bilateral Cooperation Fund 2019-20
Deadline: 31 May 2019 The British Embassy Quito (BEQ) is currently accepting proposals for innovative projects, with concrete objectives and measurable policy outcomes. The BEQ will run a competitive bidding process in order to ensure use of the allocation for high-quality projects that … [Read more...] about British Embassy Quito, Ecuador seeking Proposals for Bilateral Cooperation Fund 2019-20
Open Society Initiative for Europe inviting NGOs for “Building Social Base” Program
Deadline: 23 June 2019 Open Society Initiative for Europe (OSIFE) is currently inviting nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) registered in Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia for its program entitled “Building Social Base”. OSIFE aims to support key actors of civil society active in … [Read more...] about Open Society Initiative for Europe inviting NGOs for “Building Social Base” Program
Patagonia Seeking Applications for Media Grants Program in the U.S.
Deadline: 31 August 2019 Patagonia is seeking applications for its “Media Grants Program” to support grassroots groups that also use film as a form of activism. This program specifically funds environmental nonprofits that use media, mostly film, as a tool tightly linked to direct-action … [Read more...] about Patagonia Seeking Applications for Media Grants Program in the U.S.
British High Commission in Dhaka announces International Programme Funds 2019-2020
Deadline: 20 May 2019 The British High Commission in Dhaka has announced a call for bids for its Programme Funds. The British High Commission in Dhaka manages programme funds on behalf of the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). The programme funds small, targeted projects which support … [Read more...] about British High Commission in Dhaka announces International Programme Funds 2019-2020
EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Civil Society, Women and Media towards Promoting Human Rights, Gender Equality and Women Empowerment in Eswatini
Deadline: 14 June 2019 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organizations for a program entitled "Support to Civil Society, Women and Media towards Promoting Human Rights, Gender Equality and Women Empowerment in Eswatini". Objectives The global objective of … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Civil Society, Women and Media towards Promoting Human Rights, Gender Equality and Women Empowerment in Eswatini
European Commission Seeking Applications for Youth4Regions Programme for Aspiring Journalists
Deadline: 15 July 2019 Are you studying journalism or are you a young journalist? Are you between 18-30 and a citizen of an EU Member State or an EU neighbouring country? Would you like to gain first hand work experience as a journalist in the capital of Europe? If yes, then apply for the … [Read more...] about European Commission Seeking Applications for Youth4Regions Programme for Aspiring Journalists
U.S. Mission to Georgia seeking Applications for Media Education Program (MEP)
Deadline: 30 May 2019 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi has announced an open competition for a Media Educational Program (MEP). U.S. media and non-profit/non-governmental organizations may submit proposals to manage a year-long project to support the professional … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Georgia seeking Applications for Media Education Program (MEP)
U.S. Embassy in Croatia announces Annual Program Statement 2019 – Small Grants Program
Deadline: 7 June 2019 The U.S. Embassy Zagreb Public Affairs Section (PAS) has announced that funding is available through its PAS Small Grants Program. PAS Zagreb invites proposals for programs in the following areas: Academic Exchanges and Programs Training programs for high school … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Croatia announces Annual Program Statement 2019 – Small Grants Program
Nominations Open for Raif Badawi Award 2019
Deadline: 11 June 2019 The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom is seeking nominations for Raif Badawi Award 2019 to recognize journalists or organizations from countries that are predominantly Muslim, and focuses on human rights violations. The Foundation is continuing its worldwide … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Raif Badawi Award 2019
IWPR’s Investigative Reporting Grant to Enhance the Voices of Journalists & Local Civil Society
Deadline: 27 May 2019 The Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR) is currently accepting applications for its investigative reporting grants within the Giving Voice, Driving Change - from the Borderland to the Steppes project. Giving Voice, Driving Change - from the Borderland to the … [Read more...] about IWPR’s Investigative Reporting Grant to Enhance the Voices of Journalists & Local Civil Society
2019 Asian Media Awards to Recognise the Strength & Depth of the Media Industry
Deadline: 20 August 2019 Applications are open for 2019 Asian Media Awards to recognise the strength and depth of the media industry. From journalists working in local newspapers and internet bloggers to TV presenters and PR experts, the Asian Media Awards is dedicated to highlighting their … [Read more...] about 2019 Asian Media Awards to Recognise the Strength & Depth of the Media Industry
British Embassy Lima is seeking Innovative Project Ideas to Support Gender Equality, Clean Growth and Media Freedom
Deadline: 19 May 2019 The British Embassy Lima is seeking innovative project ideas to support gender equality, clean growth and media freedom. Thematic Areas Women Rights and Gender Equality The promotion of women’s rights and gender equality in Peru is a top priority for both the UK … [Read more...] about British Embassy Lima is seeking Innovative Project Ideas to Support Gender Equality, Clean Growth and Media Freedom
Latino Public Broadcasting announces 2019 Current Issues Fund- United States
Deadline: 3 June 2019 Applications are now open for LPB Current Issues Fund (CIF) to provide production and post-production funding to documentary films from the Latino American perspective (60 or 90 minutes only) that explore contemporary civic and social justice issues, incorporate a … [Read more...] about Latino Public Broadcasting announces 2019 Current Issues Fund- United States
Journalismfund.eu Seeking Applications for European Cross-Border Grants
Deadline: 15 July 2019 Journalismfund.eu is seeking applications for its European Cross-Border Grants to support professional journalists, who have good ideas for cross-border investigations and for research on European affairs. The stories must be relevant to European target groups. Grant … [Read more...] about Journalismfund.eu Seeking Applications for European Cross-Border Grants
Thomson Reuters Foundation inviting Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Program
Deadline: 22 May 2019 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is inviting journalists for its Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Program. In order to ensure the daily issues faced by rural poor people and their communities are acknowledged, it is vital that their stories are heard and … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation inviting Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Program
Call for Projects for Funding in Iraq under FCO International Programme
Deadline: 12 May 2019 The British Embassy in Baghdad and the British Consulate General in Erbil are pleased to open a call for bids to its devolved funds under the UK government’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) International Programme. The FCO’s International Programme encourages … [Read more...] about Call for Projects for Funding in Iraq under FCO International Programme
Nordic Culture Fund’s Grant Program to support Arts and Culture Projects
Deadline: 1 October 2019 The Nordic Culture Fund is currently seeking applications for its grant program to support projects that contribute to an innovative and dynamic artistic and cultural scene in the Nordic Region, one that is diverse, accessible and of high quality. The Nordic Culture … [Read more...] about Nordic Culture Fund’s Grant Program to support Arts and Culture Projects
Wellcome Trust seeking Applications for Public Engagement Fund 2019
Deadline: 9 July 2019 The Wellcome Foundation is seeking applications for its Public Engagement Fund 2019 that enables individuals and organisations to use creative approaches in engaging the public with health research. Goals Empower people by helping them to access, use, respond to, … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust seeking Applications for Public Engagement Fund 2019
USAID launches ‘Initiatives for Human Rights’ Project to enhance Democratic Governance in Philippines
Deadline: 29 May 2019 The United States Agency for International Development mission in the Philippines (USAID or USAID/Philippines) is soliciting applications for its Project entitled "Initiatives for Human Rights" to enhance democratic governance in the Philippines, specifically respect for … [Read more...] about USAID launches ‘Initiatives for Human Rights’ Project to enhance Democratic Governance in Philippines
Press Engagement Program to strengthen Capacity of Journalists and Accuracy of Reporting in Pakistan
Deadline: 9 June 2019 The Information Office (IO) in the Public Affairs Section of the Embassy of the United States of America in Islamabad, Pakistan has announced 'Press Engagement Program' to strengthen Pakistan's free press. The program aims to strengthen the capacity of journalists and the … [Read more...] about Press Engagement Program to strengthen Capacity of Journalists and Accuracy of Reporting in Pakistan
Svran-Apeejay Journalism Foundation Grant inviting Professional Journalists in India
Deadline: 15 May 2019 The third program of Svran-Apeejay Journalism Foundation (SAJF) is now open to provide strings free grants to eligible journalists to pursue a story in long form to be published in any medium (print, video, digital, etc.) which are positive (enlightening) in nature about … [Read more...] about Svran-Apeejay Journalism Foundation Grant inviting Professional Journalists in India
Small Grant Program for Not-For-Profit Organizations based in Czech Republic
Deadline: 15 June 2019 The U.S. Embassy in Prague has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs with outstanding merit that support the U.S. Government’s broad goals of fostering mutual cooperation between the United States and the Czech Republic … [Read more...] about Small Grant Program for Not-For-Profit Organizations based in Czech Republic
Getty Images announces Reportage Grant to Support Independent Photojournalists
Deadline: 15 May 2019 Getty Images has announced Reportage Grant to Support Independent photojournalists. The Getty Images Reportage Grant continues the tradition of their Editorial Grants program, which, from its founding in 2004, has supported independent photojournalists around the world by … [Read more...] about Getty Images announces Reportage Grant to Support Independent Photojournalists
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria announces Call for Proposals for Ukraine
Deadline: 28 June 2019 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria through the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in Kiev has announced a procedure for accepting and selecting proposals for projects to be implemented with a grant within the framework of the Official Development … [Read more...] about Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria announces Call for Proposals for Ukraine
USAID-Manila inviting Initiatives for Media Freedom
Deadline: 24 May 2019 The United States Agency for International Development Mission in the Philippines (USAID/Philippines) is inviting applicants for funding from all eligible organizations to carry out activities that will enhance democratic governance in the Philippines by advancing media … [Read more...] about USAID-Manila inviting Initiatives for Media Freedom
Thomson Reuters Foundation seeking Applications for Liberty and Security Program 2019
Deadline: 17 May 2019 Thomson Reuters Foundation, in partnership with the European Forum Alpbach is inviting applicants for its Liberty and Security Program 2019. The focus of this workshop, taking place from 22-27 August 2019 in the unique setting of the Austrian Alps, will be on democracy, … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation seeking Applications for Liberty and Security Program 2019
PRB inviting Applicants for Women’s Edition Workshop for Women Journalists from West African
Deadline: 19 April 2019 The Population Reference Bureau (PRB) is seeking applications for its Women's Edition training program in West Africa. The Women's Edition Workshop is funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID). It will be facilitated by PRB facilitators. The … [Read more...] about PRB inviting Applicants for Women’s Edition Workshop for Women Journalists from West African
2019 Paradigm Initiative Digital Rights and Inclusion Media Fellowship is now open
Deadline: 6 May 2019 Applications are open for the 2019 Paradigm Initiative Digital Rights and Inclusion Media Fellowship. The Fellowship is a 4-month program designed to immerse outstanding, early career, journalists in digital rights and digital inclusion advocacy – and intervention efforts … [Read more...] about 2019 Paradigm Initiative Digital Rights and Inclusion Media Fellowship is now open
Money Trail offers Working Grants for African, Asian and European Journalists
Deadline: 25 June 2019 In Money Trail, Journalismfund.eu offers working grants for African, Asian and European journalists to investigate cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe. Grants are awarded to journalists solely by Journalismfund.eu, … [Read more...] about Money Trail offers Working Grants for African, Asian and European Journalists
U.S. Embassy in Latvia announces Small Grant Program 2019
Deadline: 31 May 2019 U.S. Embassy in Latvia has announced the Small Grant Program 2019 to support initiatives that contribute to more open and competitive political and economic systems and the protection of human rights. Themes Grants should support initiatives such as: Promotion … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Latvia announces Small Grant Program 2019
Thomson Reuters Foundation accepting Applications for Covering Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery in Brazil
Deadline: 1 May 2019 Thomson Reuters Foundation is accepting applications for its program entitled "Covering Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery". The Course on How to Cover Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery, which the Thomson Reuters Foundation promotes over a week in São Paulo, is a … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation accepting Applications for Covering Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery in Brazil
