Deadline: 1 July 2018 The Free Press Unlimited has announced the Fourth edition of the Free Press Awards 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 and … [Read more...] about Apply for Free Press Awards 2018!
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.
Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation‘s Investigative Sports Reporting Programme!
Deadline: 11 June 2018 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its Investigative Sports Reporting programme for journalists in Africa who want to report on how sport is run in their own country or wider region. This is an opportunity provided by the Sport and Society … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation‘s Investigative Sports Reporting Programme!
Applications Open for 2018 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship!
Deadline: 7 May 2018 Applications are now open for the Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship which is a unique opportunity for young journalists from developing countries and countries with economies in transition to cover the United Nations. Hosted every fall at UN Headquarters, the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship!
Nominations Open for Petrobras Journalism Award!
Deadline: 31 May 2018 Nominations are open for Petrobras Journalism Award to recognize and value the work of journalists and the great reports made with seriousness, transparency and, above all, independence. Prize Categories Big prize: The prize will be conferred by the Judging Commission … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Petrobras Journalism Award!
U.S. Mission to India: Women Shaping the Narrative in Media and Entertainment Project
Deadline: 11 June 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: Women Shaping the Narrative in Media and Entertainment Project
Challenge Fund 2018: Exploring New Ways of Providing Information in the U.S.
Deadline: 3 May 2018 The Online News Association is accepting applications for 2018 Challenge Fund to support “live news experiments” that further the development of collaborative models in journalism education, in which students create innovative projects with professionals, technologists, … [Read more...] about Challenge Fund 2018: Exploring New Ways of Providing Information in the U.S.
National Geographic Society: Making the Case for Nature Programme
Deadline: 10 July 2018 One of the greatest challenges in addressing wildlife issues is that simply communicating the science is often insufficient to inspire action. How might visual artists, photographers, and videographers more effectively create and use images or video to overcome apathy towards … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Making the Case for Nature Programme
Bakala Foundation: Seeking Applications for its Journey- Journalism BootCamp
Deadline: 6 May 2018 Bakala Foundation is seeking applications for its Journey: Journalism BootCamp which focuses on offering participants unique experience through interactive seminars and workshops conducted by professional journalists, editors and media experts from world’s most renowned news … [Read more...] about Bakala Foundation: Seeking Applications for its Journey- Journalism BootCamp
UN Women/BiH: Enhancing the Capacities of Media Professionals for Reporting on Gender-Based Violence
Deadline: 30 April 2018 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) is inviting applications for "Provision of Services related to Enhancing the Capacities of Media Professionals for Reporting on Gender-Based Violence in Bosnia and Herzegovina." The … [Read more...] about UN Women/BiH: Enhancing the Capacities of Media Professionals for Reporting on Gender-Based Violence
Getty Images: Seeking Applications for Women Photograph Grant Program
Deadline: 15 May 2018 The Getty Images is currently seeking applications for its “Women Photograph Grant Program” to promote gender diversity within professional photojournalism and elevate the work and the voices of female visual journalists. Through funding and mentorship, this grant will … [Read more...] about Getty Images: Seeking Applications for Women Photograph Grant Program
Nature Travel Grant Scheme: Inviting Media Organisations from around the World
Deadline: 29 April 2018 Applications are now open for the Nature Travel Grant Scheme in order to offer journalists and members of media organisations from around the world the opportunity to attend ESOF for free. The grant offers complimentary registration as well as help covering travel and … [Read more...] about Nature Travel Grant Scheme: Inviting Media Organisations from around the World
U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan: Small Grants for Media Development
Deadline: 5 May 2018 The United States of America and the Republic of Kazakhstan has announced Small Grants for Media Development to increase journalistic professionalism and strengthen the competitiveness of Kazakhstani media. All reasonable, allocable expenses, however, both direct and … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan: Small Grants for Media Development
U.S Mission to Afghanistan: Encouraging Women’s Participation in Media
Deadline: 5 June 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, has announced an open competition for eligible organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to support women’s participation in media. This cooperative agreement will provide funding … [Read more...] about U.S Mission to Afghanistan: Encouraging Women’s Participation in Media
Getty Images Editorial Grants Program: Supporting Independent Photojournalists around the World
Deadline: 15 May 2018 The Getty Images is currently seeking applications for its “Editorial Grants Program” to support independent photojournalists around the world by providing the creative freedom to pursue work that is personally important to them. Prizes and Benefits $15,000 prize … [Read more...] about Getty Images Editorial Grants Program: Supporting Independent Photojournalists around the World
U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Annual Program Statement (APS)
Deadline: 30 April 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy has announced an open competition for individuals, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, public educational institutions, and public international organizations in Ethiopia and in the United States to submit proposals … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Annual Program Statement (APS)
Applications Open for McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism!
Deadline: 30 June 2018 The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Center for Business Journalism, an initiative of the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism, is offering Business Journalism Fellowships to support in-depth, ambitious coverage of critical issues related to the global economy and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism!
Gannett Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Media Grants
Deadline: 2 November 2018 The Gannett Foundation is currently inviting applicants for its Media Grants to support media training, technological advances in the industry, and the study of journalism at the college level, with particular attention to the First Amendment and its responsibilities. The … [Read more...] about Gannett Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Media Grants
Apply for 2018 International Conference on Family Planning!
Deadline: 21 May 2018 The organizers of the 2018 ICFP are seeking youth leaders aged 18 to 25 years old to be keynote speakers, media makers and moderators for sessions at the conference. Young people who are selected will have conference registration and travel costs covered, and will play an … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 International Conference on Family Planning!
U.S. Consulate General in Jerusalem: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Program
Deadline: 8 May 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the American Consulate General Jerusalem is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program which is designed to assist Palestinian Non-Profit organizations in carrying out programs in several priority areas. Priorities The priority areas … [Read more...] about U.S. Consulate General in Jerusalem: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Program
U.S. Mission to Moldova: Strengthening Moldova’s Information Space
Deadline: 1 September 2018 The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State has announced that funding is available through its AEECA/ESF Public Diplomacy Program. Public Affairs Section invites proposals for programs that have the effect of strengthening Moldova’s … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Moldova: Strengthening Moldova’s Information Space
Applications Open for 2018 CEI SEEMO Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative Journalism!
Deadline: 31 May 2018 The CEI and the South East Europe Media Organisation (SEEMO), in special partnership with the Media Program South East Europe of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS), has announced a Call for Applications 2018 of the CEI SEEMO Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 CEI SEEMO Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative Journalism!
European Cross-Border Research Grant: Promoting Quality Journalism in Europe
Deadline: 1 May 2018 The Journalismfund.eu is currently inviting applicants for its European Cross-Border Research Grant to promote quality journalism in Europe by giving journalists the chance to carry out journalistic research projects. Journalismfund.eu will support professional journalists, … [Read more...] about European Cross-Border Research Grant: Promoting Quality Journalism in Europe
Applications Open for CIPESA-ICT4 Democracy Media Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 1 April 2018 Applications are now open for CIPESA-ICT4Democracy Media Fellowship Programme which aims to raise media understanding and its effective and consistent reporting of ICT-for-Democracy issues in East Africa. It is expected that the fellowships will result into increased … [Read more...] about Applications Open for CIPESA-ICT4 Democracy Media Fellowship Programme
Submit Nominations for The Dieter Baacke Prize!
Deadline: 31 July 2018 Nominations are open for “The Dieter Baacke Prize” with an aim to recognize and publicize outstanding media educational projects and methods that teach children, young people and families a creative, critical approach to media and promote their media literacy. Prize … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for The Dieter Baacke Prize!
USAID-Kiev: Seeking Applications for “The Media Program in Ukraine”
Deadline: 10 May 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Regional Contracting Office in Kyiv, Ukraine is seeking applications from qualified U.S. or Non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), and other qualified non-USG … [Read more...] about USAID-Kiev: Seeking Applications for “The Media Program in Ukraine”
Thomson Reuters Foundation: Caring for Vulnerable Children in a Fractured World Programme
Deadline: 30 April 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation, in partnership with UBS Optimus Foundation is seeking applications for its Caring for Vulnerable Children in a Fractured World programme to develop their investigative and analytical skills around an under-reported topic close to the heart of the … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Caring for Vulnerable Children in a Fractured World Programme
U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria: Promoting Media Literacy in Bulgaria
Deadline: 15 May 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs to promote media literacy among young Bulgarians. The U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria seeks to carry out programs and projects that teach media … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria: Promoting Media Literacy in Bulgaria
Apply for Marion Gräfin Dönhoff Journalist Scholarship 2018!
Deadline: 15 April 2018 The International Journalists Programs (IJP) has announced Marion Gräfin Dönhoff Journalist Scholarship for 2018 in which five German journalists have the opportunity to work as guest editor for two months in an Eastern European editorial office (with a Russian-language … [Read more...] about Apply for Marion Gräfin Dönhoff Journalist Scholarship 2018!
IJ4EU: Funding Cross-Border Investigative Reporting in Europe
Deadline: 3 May 2018 IJ4EU is inviting applications for its grant program to support investigations that reflect the media’s watchdog role and that assist the public in holding those in power accountable for their actions and to their obligations. IJ4EU grants are intended to foster and strengthen … [Read more...] about IJ4EU: Funding Cross-Border Investigative Reporting in Europe
Fund for Investigative Journalism: Seeking Grant Applications for Investigative Projects
Deadline: 7 May 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 by … [Read more...] about Fund for Investigative Journalism: Seeking Grant Applications for Investigative Projects
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Supporting Civil Society and Media in Ukraine
Deadline: 18 May 2018 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support civil society and media in Ukraine. DRL invites organizations to submit proposals in … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Supporting Civil Society and Media in Ukraine
U.S. Embassy’s Media Development Fund: Supporting Regional Media, Media NGOs in the South-Eastern Ukraine
Deadline: 15 April 2018 The U.S. Embassy’s Media Development Fund (MDF) is currently inviting independent media outlets and registered Ukrainian South-East non-governmental organizations (NGOs) involved in media or media freedom issues in Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipro regions … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy’s Media Development Fund: Supporting Regional Media, Media NGOs in the South-Eastern Ukraine
U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic: Countering Disinformation Special Grant Competition
Deadline: 15 April 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Prague has announced a special grant competition for projects seeking to counter malign influence and harmful effects of disinformation in the Czech Republic. Competitive projects will focus on increasing public awareness, strengthening critical thinking … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic: Countering Disinformation Special Grant Competition
Become part of the Middle East and North Africa Committee!
Deadline: 31 March 2018 Are you interested in media, youth empowerment and storytelling? Are you based in or interested in the Middle East and North Africa? Do you want to build a network and work on projects connecting young media makers from Europe and the MENA region? Then work with us! They are … [Read more...] about Become part of the Middle East and North Africa Committee!
Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada: Seeking Applications for its Media Fellowship Program
Deadline: 16 April 2018 The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada is seeking applications for its Media Fellowship Program which offers up-and-coming and established journalists the opportunity to spend time in Asia researching and preparing stories. The program is supported by Cathay Pacific … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada: Seeking Applications for its Media Fellowship Program
Nominations Open for AU-RIATT-ESA Media Award on Reporting Child Marriage in Africa!
Deadline: 23 March 2018 Nominations are open for the AU-RIATT-ESA reporting on Child Marriage in Africa Awards 2018 that are presented to individual journalists that have significantly contributed to the promotion of the principles espoused by the Campaign to end Child Marriage in Africa through … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for AU-RIATT-ESA Media Award on Reporting Child Marriage in Africa!
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Announces 2018-2019 Media Fellowship Program
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) has announced the details of its 2018-2019 Media Fellowship Program. The goal of the program is to help Canadian journalists become better informed about this dynamic part of the world in order to write and broadcast insightfully on Asia and the … [Read more...] about The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Announces 2018-2019 Media Fellowship Program
2018 Call for Applications: Investigative Journalism Grants
Deadline: 27 April 2018 The Africa-China Reporting Project (the Project) at Wits Journalism is inviting all journalists to submit proposals for a series of Africa-China investigative journalism grants intended for larger and more expansive investigations. This series of grants will be supervised … [Read more...] about 2018 Call for Applications: Investigative Journalism Grants
European Journalism Centre: Seeking Applications for Global Health Journalism Grant Programme
Deadline: 30 April 2018 The European Journalism Centre (EJC) is seeking applications for its Global Health Journalism Grant Programme that aims to advance innovative reporting on global health topics in developing countries in French media. The goal of the grant is to raise awareness about global … [Read more...] about European Journalism Centre: Seeking Applications for Global Health Journalism Grant Programme
Call for Nominations: Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2018
Deadline: 5 April 2018 Nominations are open for Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2018 that is an international jury awards for professional photographers whose unerring powers of observation capture and express the relationship between man and the environment in the most graphic form in a sequence of a … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Leica Oskar Barnack Award 2018
U.S. Embassy in Ukraine: Inviting Applicants for Media Development Fund
Deadline: 26 March 2018 The U.S. Embassy is currently inviting Ukrainian media NGOs, independent media outlets, community media and bloggers to submit project proposals for this Media Development Fund (MDF) competition. The goal of the initiative is to build public support and ensure transparency … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Ukraine: Inviting Applicants for Media Development Fund
Applications Open for BBC World News Komla Dumor Award!
Deadline: 22 March 2018 Applications are open for BBC World News Komla Dumor Award that is given to an outstanding individual living and working in Africa, who combines strong journalism skills, on air flair, and an exceptional talent in telling African stories with the ambition and potential to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for BBC World News Komla Dumor Award!
Applications Open for African Entrepreneurship Award 2018!
Deadline: 30 April 2018 Are you looking for mentoring to launch or grow your business or idea in Africa? Join the journey to receive free, online mentoring from over 400 entrepreneurs, investors and business owners. African Entrepreneurship Award 2018 is now accepting applications. Throughout … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Entrepreneurship Award 2018!
Prague Civil Society Centre: Seeking Applications for Fellowship Programme 2018
Deadline: 10 March 2018 Prague Civil Society Centre is inviting applications for the Fellowship Programme 2018 which is fully funded three-month research residencies in Prague for individuals. The project proposal should aim to reflect and elaborate upon your current work in your home country. … [Read more...] about Prague Civil Society Centre: Seeking Applications for Fellowship Programme 2018
The Guardian Foundation: Seeking Application for Scott Trust Bursary Scheme
Deadline: 15 April 2018 The Guardian Foundation is currently seeking applications for its Scott Trust Bursary Scheme, offering a number of bursaries each year for aspiring journalists to study for a postgraduate qualification in newspaper, web or broadcast journalism. The primary aim of these … [Read more...] about The Guardian Foundation: Seeking Application for Scott Trust Bursary Scheme
Nominations Open for XIII National Award in the Field of Journalism “Oltin Kalam”!
Deadline: 10 April 2018 Nominations are open for XIII National award in the field of journalism "Oltin Kalam" that is held by the Creative Union of Journalists of Uzbekistan in conjunction with the Center for the Retraining of Journalists of Uzbekistan and a number of organizations with a view to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for XIII National Award in the Field of Journalism “Oltin Kalam”!
King Baudouin Foundation: Call for Projects for 150 Years Fund
Deadline: 14 May 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the “150 Years Fund” that will be allocated to the activities of the Marilo Fund, managed by the King Baudouin Foundation. The 150 Years Fund is a special initiative of the Celebration Committee of the 150 Years of Friendship between Japan … [Read more...] about King Baudouin Foundation: Call for Projects for 150 Years Fund
Applications Open for Cross-Border Journalism Programme!
Deadline: 4 March 2018 The spring 2018 call for applications for the sixth season of "Cross-Border Journalism" Programme is now open which aims to connect journalists in ‘cross-border’ collaboration. The programme is an opportunity for journalists and bloggers in the early and mid stages of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Cross-Border Journalism Programme!
U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar Local Grants: Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 12 September 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar, U.S. Department of State has announced that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Local Grants Program. PAS awards a limited number of grants to individuals, non-governmental organizations, think … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar Local Grants: Annual Program Statement
Migration Media Award: Recognizing and Rewarding the Journalistic Excellence, Relevance and Newsworthiness
Deadline: 15 May 2018 Entries are open for Migration Media Award to recognize and reward the journalistic excellence, relevance and newsworthiness of press pieces dealing with migration in the Euro-Mediterranean region in all its aspects. Categories Video: a video report (6-12 to 52 … [Read more...] about Migration Media Award: Recognizing and Rewarding the Journalistic Excellence, Relevance and Newsworthiness
