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.

Filmmakers Without Borders: Seeking Applications for Filmmaking Grants Programme

Deadline: 1 January 2019 Filmmakers Without Borders is seeking applications for its Filmmaking Grants which support independent filmmakers around the world via grants and other funding initiatives. Supported projects include narrative films, documentary films, and new media projects that align with … [Read more...] about Filmmakers Without Borders: Seeking Applications for Filmmaking Grants Programme

Nominations Open for YALI Leadership Award!

Deadline: 31 August 2018 The Mandela Washington Fellowship Alumni Association of Nigeria (MWFAAN) in partnership with IREX International has launched the inaugural YALI Leadership Award. The award aims to recognize, celebrate and encourage youths and individuals who are contributing immensely … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for YALI Leadership Award!

PhotogrVphy Grant: 2018 Edition Call for Entries

Deadline: 31 August 2018 Entries are now open for the 2018 Edition of PhotogrVphy Grant to support all photographers from every corner of the world. PhotogrVphy Grant awards $1000 annually to the applicant with the most inspirational photographic idea to support visual project of the artist. They … [Read more...] about PhotogrVphy Grant: 2018 Edition Call for Entries

Applications Open for ConDev’s Student Media Grants!

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applications are now open for ConDev’s Student Media Grants to award up to $5,000 to current students interested in capturing conflict-related issues facing fragile and conflict-affected areas of the world through stunning photography. ConDev—part of Texas A&M … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ConDev’s Student Media Grants!

U.S. Mission to Myanmar: YSEALI Media Literacy Regional Workshop

Deadline: 13 September 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Rangoon announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a six-day workshop (inclusive of arrival and departure days) in Rangoon on Media Literacy for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Myanmar: YSEALI Media Literacy Regional Workshop

Nieman Foundation: Seeking Applications for Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships

Deadline: 28 September 2018 The Nieman Foundation is seeking applications for its Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships Program. These Fellowships at Harvard offer short-term research opportunities to individuals interested in working on special projects designed to advance journalism. Candidates … [Read more...] about Nieman Foundation: Seeking Applications for Knight Visiting Nieman Fellowships

Apply for Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme!

Deadline: 10 October 2018 The Chevening is seeking applications for its South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office that offers an opportunity to explore the range of approaches taken by the UK and the South Asian region, and then use that knowledge … [Read more...] about Apply for Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship Programme!

Submit Applications for KAICIID Nigeria Grants 2018!

Deadline: 19 August 2018 The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) is inviting applications for Nigeria Grants 2018 to sponsor small scale Nigerian-led short-term initiatives that focus on building bridges between diverse religious, ethnic, political and regional communities. Projects focusing … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for KAICIID Nigeria Grants 2018!

Nominations Open for Diraj Media Awards!

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Disaster Risk Reduction Network of Africa Journalists (DIRAJ) in partnership with the United Nations office for Disaster Risk Reduction in Africa, Arab States and Geneva have announced the inaugural "Diraj Media Awards" to recognize and honour the work of journalists … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Diraj Media Awards!

UNFPA: Public Awareness Raising Activities by Media Institutions on GBV/DV in Mongolia

Deadline: 3 September 2018 The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), an international development agency, is seeking qualified Bids for the provision of Public awareness raising activities by Media Institutions on Gender‐based violence or domestic violence in Mongolia. UNFPA seeks proposals, … [Read more...] about UNFPA: Public Awareness Raising Activities by Media Institutions on GBV/DV in Mongolia

Applications Open for Global Health Journalism Fellowship!

Deadline: 12 August 2018 Applications are open for the "Global Health Journalism Fellowship" which is inviting outstanding young journalists to participate in the first ever international conference on Medicine Quality and Public Health at the University of Oxford, from 23-28 September. This … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Global Health Journalism Fellowship!

Stigler Center: Seeking Applications for Journalists in Residence Program

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Stigler Center is seeking applications for its Journalists in Residence Program that provides a transformative learning experience for up-and-coming journalists from around the world, working in all forms of media. It aims to shape the next generation of leaders in … [Read more...] about Stigler Center: Seeking Applications for Journalists in Residence Program

European Union: Regional Training and Support Program to improve Quality and Professionalism in Journalism

Deadline: 2 October 2018 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals for "Regional Training and Support Program to improve Quality and Professionalism in Journalism" to contribute to the promotion of free and professional media in the Western Balkans and Turkey and to enhance quality … [Read more...] about European Union: Regional Training and Support Program to improve Quality and Professionalism in Journalism

Applications Open for Internet Freedom in Africa 2018!

Deadline: 21 September 2018 The Collaboration on International ICT Policy for East and Southern Africa (CIPESA) has announced the fifth edition of the Forum on "Internet Freedom in Africa 2018" (FIFAfrica18). The Forum is a landmark event that convenes various stakeholders from the internet … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Internet Freedom in Africa 2018!

MLDI: Seeking Applications for Digital Rights Advancement Grants

Deadline: 9 August 2018 The Media Legal Defence Initiative (MLDI) is seeking applications for its call "Digital Rights Advancement Grants" to improve local access to legal assistance for online media and bloggers in order to advance digital rights and standards in online freedom of … [Read more...] about MLDI: Seeking Applications for Digital Rights Advancement Grants

IWMF: African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship-Central African Republic

Deadline: 21 August 2018 As part of IWMF's African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative is currently inviting female journalists that will be selected to travel to Bangui, the Central African Republic (CAR) from November 1 - 17, 2018. While there is not a specific theme for either trip, IWMF … [Read more...] about IWMF: African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship-Central African Republic

IWMF’s African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship – Cross-border: Rwanda & the Democratic Republic of Congo

Deadline: 21 August 2018 As part of the IWMF’s African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative, the IWMF is currently inviting female journalists to travel to Kigali, Rwanda and Goma, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), from November 1 - 17, 2018. While there is not a specific theme for either … [Read more...] about IWMF’s African Great Lakes Reporting Initiative Fellowship – Cross-border: Rwanda & the Democratic Republic of Congo

Entries Open for Global Landscapes Forum Nairobi 2018 Photo Competition!

Deadline: 5 August 2018 Entries are open for Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Nairobi 2018 Photo Competition. This year, the GLF Nairobi 2018 event aims to inspire action around Africa’s degraded landscapes by highlighting successful restoration stories on the ground. Capture Africa’s landscapes … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Global Landscapes Forum Nairobi 2018 Photo Competition!

U.S. Mission to Brazil: Broadcast and Digital Journalism Workshop

Deadline: 3 September 2018 The United States Department of State’s Embassy in Brasília, Brazil, is seeking applications from qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Educational Institutions and other qualified organizations for a Grant to implement the program entitled ‘Broadcast … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Brazil: Broadcast and Digital Journalism Workshop

U.S. Mission to Brazil: Media Literacy Access Alumni Camp

Deadline: 30 August 2018 The United States Embassy in Brasília is seeking proposals for its project entitled "Media Literacy Access Alumni Camp" to create and implement an American style summer camp focusing on media literacy and journalism for recent graduates of the English Access … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Brazil: Media Literacy Access Alumni Camp

The Bruce Jesson Foundation: Seeking Applications for Senior Journalism Grant

Deadline: 14 September 2018 The Bruce Jesson Foundation presents the Bruce Jesson Senior Journalism Grant (up to $4,000) annually for critical, informed, analytical and creative journalism or writing which will contribute to public debate in New Zealand on an important issue or issues. The Bruce … [Read more...] about The Bruce Jesson Foundation: Seeking Applications for Senior Journalism Grant

Applications Open for African Investigative Journalism Conference!

Deadline: 30 August 2018 Applications are open for the African Investigative Journalism Conference (#AIJC18) which is the premier annual gathering of African investigative journalists – a three-day international conference for and about investigative journalism. It involves skills training, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Investigative Journalism Conference!

ICFJ/Connectas: Inviting Applicants for Investigative Reporting Opportunity 2018

Deadline: 5 August 2018 Under the Investigative Reporting Initiative in the Americas (IRIA) project, International Centre for Journalists (ICFJ), in partnership with Connectas, is currently inviting journalists to apply for an investigative reporting grant. IRIA aims to encourage and strengthen … [Read more...] about ICFJ/Connectas: Inviting Applicants for Investigative Reporting Opportunity 2018

U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Journalism Training – Connecting Media and Government

Deadline: 17 August 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia has announced an open competition for non-governmental and non- profit organizations to submit applications to carry out a journalism training program entitled: Connecting Media and Government. Each training will consist of two … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Journalism Training – Connecting Media and Government

U.S. Mission to Tunisia: Seeking Applications for U.S.-Tunisia Student Media University Linkage Grant Project

Deadline: 2 September 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Tunis, Tunisia has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a U.S.-Tunisia Student Media University Linkage Grant Project. This project focuses specifically on improving the … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Tunisia: Seeking Applications for U.S.-Tunisia Student Media University Linkage Grant Project

Women in News: Inviting Applications for Leadership Development Programme!

Deadline: 15 August 2018 The World Association of Newspaper and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) is inviting women journalists to apply for the "Women in News (WIN) Leadership Development Programme" to overcome the gender gap in management and senior management positions. The programme seeks to equip … [Read more...] about Women in News: Inviting Applications for Leadership Development Programme!

Graham Foundation: Call for Applications for 2019 Grants to Individuals

Deadline: 15 September 2018 The Graham Foundation is seeking applications for its 2019 Grants to Individuals. Priorities The priorities for Individuals are to: Provide opportunities to create, develop, and communicate a project about architecture and the designed environment that will … [Read more...] about Graham Foundation: Call for Applications for 2019 Grants to Individuals

Applications Open for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant Program!

Deadline: 24 September 2018 The Fund for Investigative Journalism is seeking grant applications for investigative projects. The Fund for Investigative Journalism’s role in assisting journalists is limited to making grants. The Fund assumes no liability for the legal and/or safety risks undertaken … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant Program!

Apply for CcHUB Media Fellowship Program!

Deadline: 25 July 2018 Are you a storyteller? Do you believe in the power of stories disrupting the Media Industry? Are you a budding Cinematographer? If yes, then this fellowship opportunity is just the right thing for you! This fellowship is meant for talented young people who have a passion for … [Read more...] about Apply for CcHUB Media Fellowship Program!

Applications Open for 2018 EU Prize for Journalism in Georgia!

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Delegation of the European Union to Georgia and EU Monitoring Mission are launching the 2018 EU Prize for Journalism, which supports professional and ethical journalism in Georgia. The rules of the EU Prize for Journalism have been inspired by the principles of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 EU Prize for Journalism in Georgia!

IWPR Call for Proposals: Remote Trainings for Syrian Journalists

Deadline: 17 July 2018 IWPR is seeking proposals to conduct a series of remote trainings for participants inside Syria. The training will be given to at least 200 participants in total, at an average rate of 10 trainees per training (total of at least 20 trainings). The partner organization is … [Read more...] about IWPR Call for Proposals: Remote Trainings for Syrian Journalists

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation: Inviting Applicants for Small Grants Program

Deadline: 3 September 2018 The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) has launched a Small Grants Program to support short-term projects in the following thematic areas: Monitoring electoral and democratic processes, Electoral Education, Independent reflection of events of … [Read more...] about Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation: Inviting Applicants for Small Grants Program

NEH Media Projects: Seeking Applications for Development Grant Program

Deadline: 29 August 2018 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is seeking applications for its Media Projects: Development Grant to support film, television, radio, and podcast projects that engage public audiences with humanities ideas in creative and appealing ways. All projects … [Read more...] about NEH Media Projects: Seeking Applications for Development Grant Program

Development & Operations Grants: Assisting the Development of Community Broadcasting throughout Australia

Deadline: 27 August 2018 The Community Broadcasting Foundation is seeking applications for its Development & Operations grants with an aim to assist the ongoing development of community broadcasting throughout Australia. This grant category aims to maintain, expand and/or strengthen the … [Read more...] about Development & Operations Grants: Assisting the Development of Community Broadcasting throughout Australia

Entries Open for 2018 Uganda WASH Media Awards (UWMA)!

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applicants are invited to apply or the 2018 Uganda WASH Media Awards (UWMA), an initiative of the Ministry of Water and Environment together with Civil Society Organisations in the Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Sector, to reward excellent reporting on WASH services … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2018 Uganda WASH Media Awards (UWMA)!

Applications Open for IWMF’s Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists 2018 Round 2!

Deadline: 5 August 2018 International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking applications for the 2nd round of its 2018 Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists to promote the work and advance the role of women in the news media across the globe is critical to transparency and a diversity of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for IWMF’s Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists 2018 Round 2!

U.S. Department of Education: Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities

Deadline: 2 August 2018 Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) and Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) are seeking applications for "Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities: Stepping-up Technology Implementation" to improve … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Education: Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities

U.S. Mission to India: Seeking Proposals for Women Shaping the Narrative in Media and Entertainment Project

Deadline: 30 July 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai (PAS Chennai) is seeking proposals for a project entitled “Women Shaping the Narrative in Media and Entertainment”. Under this project, a grantee will conduct series of workshops and training programs on … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to India: Seeking Proposals for Women Shaping the Narrative in Media and Entertainment Project

Applications Open for VIII All-Russian Competition of Innovative Journalism!

Deadline: 18 September 2018 Applications are open for the VIII All-Russian Competition of Innovative Journalism which is designed to encourage and stimulate the activities of journalists and media involved in covering innovation processes in Russia. The contest also helps to attract the attention … [Read more...] about Applications Open for VIII All-Russian Competition of Innovative Journalism!

Reporting on Vulnerable Children in Care Programme: Inviting South Asian Journalists

Deadline: 21 September 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation has partnered with UBS Optimus Foundation to invite South Asian journalists for “Reporting on Vulnerable Children in Care” Programme that is a unique opportunity to develop their investigative and analytical skills around an under-reported … [Read more...] about Reporting on Vulnerable Children in Care Programme: Inviting South Asian Journalists

UPPA: Seeking Applications for East African Photography Award 2018

Deadline: 1 August 2018 Ugandan Press Photo Award is seeking applications from the residents of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Burundi, Rwanda and Ethiopia for its 'East African Photography Award 2018'. UPPA will accept published and unpublished photographs and the entry is absolutely free. The EAPA … [Read more...] about UPPA: Seeking Applications for East African Photography Award 2018

Digital Earth Fellowship 2018-2019: Inviting Artists and Designers based in Africa or Asia

Deadline: 25 July 2018 Applications are now open for the Digital Earth Fellowship 2018-2019 which is a 6 month-long fellowship for artists and designers based in Africa or Asia, working across a variety of media, who would like to investigate current technological reality. It is a unique research … [Read more...] about Digital Earth Fellowship 2018-2019: Inviting Artists and Designers based in Africa or Asia

Fulbright: Inviting Applications for Core Fulbright Scholar Program

Deadline: 1 August 2018 Fulbright is seeking applications for its Core Fulbright Scholar Program which offers nearly 470 teaching, research or combination teaching/research awards in over 125 countries. Opportunities are available for college and university faculty and administrators as well as for … [Read more...] about Fulbright: Inviting Applications for Core Fulbright Scholar Program

Poynter-NABJ: Leadership Academy for Diversity in Digital Media Programme

Deadline: 17 August 2018 Poynter in collaboration with the National Association of Black Journalists is inviting applications for "The Leadership Academy for Diversity in Digital Media" programme to create a transformational leadership program for journalists of color working in digital media. The … [Read more...] about Poynter-NABJ: Leadership Academy for Diversity in Digital Media Programme

Nominations Open for HTF’s Anti-Slavery Day Media Awards 2018!

Deadline: 17 August 2018 The Human Trafficking Foundation (HTF) is seeking nominations for its Anti- Slavery Day Awards 2018 to recognise the work of those in the media who have highlighted the nature and prevalence of modern day slavery and human trafficking. The 2018 event will be held at an … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for HTF’s Anti-Slavery Day Media Awards 2018!

Applications Open for Working Grants!

Deadline: 15 July 2018 In Money Trail, Journalismfund.eu is offering working grants for mixed teams of 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 … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Working Grants!

Apply for KAS Media Africa Scholarship 2019!

Deadline: 13 July 2018 Applications are open for KAS Media Africa Scholarship 2019 which is offering a university scholarship to a promising, young sub-Saharan African journalist to do a full-time Honours or Masters Degree at the University of Witwatersrand’s Journalism Programme in Johannesburg in … [Read more...] about Apply for KAS Media Africa Scholarship 2019!

Entries Open for 23rd United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) Awards!

Deadline: 15 September 2018 The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) is currently inviting applicants to submit entries for its 23rd annual UNCA Awards for the best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, U.N. agencies and field … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 23rd United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) Awards!

Reporters in the Field: Providing Grant for Cross-border Research in Europe

Deadline: 16 September 2018 Are you a reporter who wants to dig deeper? Who teams up with others to explore a story from various perspectives? Who feels that complex research doesn't stop at borders? Then apply for the grant “Reporters in the Field”. The program "Reporters in the Field" supports … [Read more...] about Reporters in the Field: Providing Grant for Cross-border Research in Europe