Deadline: 25 March 2018 Are you a reporter who wants to dig deeper? Who teams up to explore a story from various perspectives? Who feels that complex research doesn’t stop at borders? If yes, then apply for the grant “Reporters in the Field”. Applications are open for the program “Reporters in the … [Read more...] about Reporters in the Field Program: Promoting Journalistic Projects from all over Europe
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.
Samir Kassir Award: Continuing the Fight for Freedom of the Press in the Middle East
Deadline: 10 April 2018 The European Union is proud to announce for the 13th time the launch of the Samir Kassir Award for Freedom of the Press. This prize bears the heavy responsibility of championing free speech and independent media in a world increasingly threatened by misinformation, and in a … [Read more...] about Samir Kassir Award: Continuing the Fight for Freedom of the Press in the Middle East
U.S. Mission to Iraq: U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program
Deadline: 31 March 2018 The U.S. Mission in Iraq has announced an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals for a grant to implement the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program. The main goal of the program would be to establish … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Iraq: U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program
Kosovar Civil Society Foundation: Call for Proposals to Support Righteous Journalist Reporting
Deadline: 9 March 2018 Kosovar Civil Society Foundation (KCSF) has opened the call for applications with project proposals to support Righteous Journalist Reporting. The general objective of the Luxembourg support is to support civil society initiatives in Kosovo through provision of financial … [Read more...] about Kosovar Civil Society Foundation: Call for Proposals to Support Righteous Journalist Reporting
U.S. Embassy Baghdad: Media Curriculum Development for Iraqi Educators and Policymakers
Deadline: 31 March 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad’s Public Affairs (PA) Section is seeking an implementer for a two-week study tour in the United States on the topic of media curriculum development. The goals of this project are to improve the quality of journalism and civil discourse in Iraq by … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Baghdad: Media Curriculum Development for Iraqi Educators and Policymakers
Applications Open for Persephone Miel Fellowship 2018!
Deadline: 1 March 2018 Applications are now open for Persephone Miel Fellowship 2018 which is designed to help journalists from the developing world do the kind of reporting they've always wanted to do and enable them to bring their work to a broader international audience. The fellowship is … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Persephone Miel Fellowship 2018!
Applications Open for InterAction’s 16th Annual Photo Contest!
Deadline: 6 April 2018 Applications are open for InterAction's 16th Annual Photo Contest. Each year, InterAction’s photography contest focuses on incredible humanitarian and development work. They encourage applicants to submit their most powerful photos that illustrate innovative, effective, and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for InterAction’s 16th Annual Photo Contest!
Applications Open for YES FOUNDATION Media for Social Change Fellowship!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 YES FOUNDATION is seeking applications for its Media for Social Change Fellowship. It is an intensive, high impact 2-month program to develop socially conscious youth leadership in association with ISDI-WPP School of Communication and supported by YES … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YES FOUNDATION Media for Social Change Fellowship!
Apply for Belarus in Focus 2017 International Journalism Competition!
Deadline: 15 March 2018 Are you interested in Belarus? Have you written articles about this country in 2017? If the answer is “yes” then Belarus in Focus 2017 is for you. This year the competition takes place for the seventh time. Belarus in Focus Information Office in partnership with Press Club … [Read more...] about Apply for Belarus in Focus 2017 International Journalism Competition!
U.S. Embassy in Budapest: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30 June 2018 The U.S. Embassy Budapest Public Affairs Section of the Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out a program or project with funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. All … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Budapest: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Apply for 4th Annual International Fellowship Program 2018!
Deadline : 15 February 2018 UG Zasto ne (CA Why Not) from Bosnia and Herzegovina, on behalf of the Accountability, Technology and Institutional Openness Network in South-East Europe (ACTION SEE) has announced the 4th Annual International Fellowship Program for the year 2018. The program aims … [Read more...] about Apply for 4th Annual International Fellowship Program 2018!
Apply for a three-day Training Workshop on Countering Extremists Propaganda and Hate in Media!
Deadline: 16 February 2018 School of Peacemaking and Media Technology in Central Asia has announced the three-day training workshop on Countering Extremists Propaganda and Hate in Media which is supported by the Democracy Commission of the US Embassy Bishkek. The workshop will be held in … [Read more...] about Apply for a three-day Training Workshop on Countering Extremists Propaganda and Hate in Media!
European Commission: Seeking Applications for Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2018
Deadline: 9 March 2018 Applications for 2018 Lorenzo Natali Media Prize for outstanding journalism in development are now open. Through this prize the European Commission recognises the dedication of journalists whose work helps to create a better world. The Natali prize will acknowledge … [Read more...] about European Commission: Seeking Applications for Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2018
Apply for Future News Worldwide 2018 Programme!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 Applications are now open for the Future News Worldwide 2018 Programme which aims to assist young people to develop a wide range of journalism skills and to establish the UK as a global leader in the nurturing of young journalists and media figures. Future News … [Read more...] about Apply for Future News Worldwide 2018 Programme!
Agora Journalism Center: Seeking Applications for Finding Common Ground Project
Deadline: 23 February 2018 Is your media organization interested in expanding an existing engagement project? With funding from Robert Bosch Stiftung and News Integrity Initiative, the University of Oregon’s Agora Journalism Center is offering seven mini-grants to fund engagement activities at news … [Read more...] about Agora Journalism Center: Seeking Applications for Finding Common Ground Project
Nominations Open for 2018 Free Media Awards!
Deadline: 2 March 2018 The Fritt Ord Foundation and the ZEIT-Stiftung Ebelin und Gerd Bucerius are inviting nominations of journalists, bloggers, internet media and newspapers for the “2018 Free Media Awards”. The prizes provide support for journalists and media that report independently and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Free Media Awards!
Applications Open for 2018 Innovations in Reading Prize across United States!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 The National Book Foundation is currently seeking applications for its “Innovations in Reading Prize” to awards $10,000 an individual or organization that has developed an innovative project which creates and sustains a lifelong love of reading in the community they … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Innovations in Reading Prize across United States!
Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2018 Grant: Providing Seed Funding for Innovative Programs
Deadline: 21 March 2018 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2018 grant to provide seed funding for innovative programs and initiatives which strengthen people-to-people and institutional links with Indonesia and deepen … [Read more...] about Australia-Indonesia Institute (AII) 2018 Grant: Providing Seed Funding for Innovative Programs
Asia Society: Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia
Deadline: 16 March 2018 The Asia Society is seeking applications for the Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia. The $10,000 prize is awarded annually to a reporter or team of reporters who has produced the best example of journalism about Asia during the calendar year. … [Read more...] about Asia Society: Osborn Elliott Prize for Excellence in Journalism on Asia
Gannett Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Media Grants
Deadline: 1 March 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
Open Technology Fund: Seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is currently seeking applications for its Internet Freedom Fund, a primary way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund: Seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund
Apply for the Facebook Journalism Project Scholarship 2018!
Deadline: 8 April 2018 Applications are now open for the Facebook Journalism Project Scholarship 2018 which offers financial assistance for students who aspire to pursue a career in journalism and media. AAJA and Facebook has partnered for the commitment to support quality journalism that … [Read more...] about Apply for the Facebook Journalism Project Scholarship 2018!
EU-Civil Society Facility and Media Programme: Supporting Human Rights Defenders in Turkey
Deadline: 20 March 2018 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for its program entitled “Civil Society Facility and Media Programme 2016-2017 - Turkey Supporting Human Rights Defenders”. The global objective of this call for proposals is to contribute to the … [Read more...] about EU-Civil Society Facility and Media Programme: Supporting Human Rights Defenders in Turkey
U.S. Embassy in Uganda: Small Grant to Implement Gender-Based Violence Radio & Video Project
Deadline: 20 February 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission in Uganda has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for a small grant to implement and manage a gender-based violence (GBV) video and radio programming project. This 6-month … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Uganda: Small Grant to Implement Gender-Based Violence Radio & Video Project
Nominations Open for IWMF’s Courage in Journalism Award!
Deadline: 16 March 2018 Nominations are open for the International Women’s Media Foundation’s Courage in Journalism Award to honor women journalists for their extraordinary bravery. In facing and surviving danger to uncover the truth, they raise the bar for reporting under duress. The IWMF also … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for IWMF’s Courage in Journalism Award!
Apply for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s “Africa Rising Reporting Workshop”!
Deadline: 23 February 2018 Increasingly African business and social leaders are emphasising that the future of the continent lies in its own hands. But, are we adequately reporting this and giving sufficient media attention to the strengthening entrepreneurial and innovative spirit? While analysing … [Read more...] about Apply for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s “Africa Rising Reporting Workshop”!
International Women’s Media Foundation: Seeking Applications from Women Journalists
Deadline: 9 March 2018 International Women's Media Foundation is inviting applications for promoting the work and advancing the role of women in the news media across the globe. The Howard G. Buffett Fund for Women Journalists, the first funding initiative of its kind, enables the IWMF to … [Read more...] about International Women’s Media Foundation: Seeking Applications from Women Journalists
OSIWA Call for Proposals: Inviting Local Organizations to Support the Creation of Open Societies in West Africa
Deadline: 30 April 2018 The Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is accepting proposals from local organizations based in West Africa to support the creation of open societies in West Africa marked by functioning democracy, good governance, the rule of law, basic freedoms, and widespread … [Read more...] about OSIWA Call for Proposals: Inviting Local Organizations to Support the Creation of Open Societies in West Africa
Apply for 50.50 Feminist Investigative Journalism Fellowship!
Deadline: 15 February 2018 Applications are open for 50.50 Feminist Investigative Journalism Fellowship to track the backlash against sexual and reproductive rights. 50.50 is the section of the independent media platform openDemocracy.net covering women's rights, gender and sexuality. They are … [Read more...] about Apply for 50.50 Feminist Investigative Journalism Fellowship!
British Embassy Chisinau: Call for Proposals for Good Governance Fund – Strategic Support Fund
Deadline: 26 February 2018 Submissions are open for Moldova´s Good Governance Fund – Strategic Support Fund. This call for proposals specifically seeks applications for projects relating to the Republic of Moldova. The UK Government’s Good Governance Fund (GGF) was launched in 2015 to support … [Read more...] about British Embassy Chisinau: Call for Proposals for Good Governance Fund – Strategic Support Fund
Applications Open for United Nations Journalism Fellowships!
Deadline: 12 March 2018 The Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists is now accepting applications from professional journalists from developing countries for its 2018 fellowship program. The fellowship program serves to maintain and expand the essential partnership between the U.N. and the media, a … [Read more...] about Applications Open for United Nations Journalism Fellowships!
U.S. Mission to Pakistan: Media Training and Professional Journalism Development
Deadline: 26 March 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad is seeking applications for its program entitled “Media Training and Professional Journalism Development”. The two programs will address Embassy goals by helping counter extremist narratives about regional … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Pakistan: Media Training and Professional Journalism Development
Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor: Increasing Citizen Access to Objective Information in Jordan
Deadline: 12 March 2018 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support fundamental freedoms in Jordan. DRL requests proposals for programs that … [Read more...] about Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor: Increasing Citizen Access to Objective Information in Jordan
Nominations Open for Taco Kuiper Award!
Deadline: 2 February 2018 Wits Journalism is seeking nominations for its Taco Kuiper Award for Investigative Journalism that recognise outstanding examples of journalism, that reveal untold stories, hold the powerful to account and question those in public life. The Award recognises the best … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Taco Kuiper Award!
Earth Journalism Network: Call for Proposals for Asia-Pacific Story Grants
Deadline: 23 February 2018 The Internews Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is seeking proposals for its Asia-Pacific Story Grants to support the production of in-depth stories that provide information that can empower communities at risk of environmental and climate change impacts to make better … [Read more...] about Earth Journalism Network: Call for Proposals for Asia-Pacific Story Grants
Journalismfund.eu: Inviting Applicants for European Cross-border Research Grant
Deadline: 15 February 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 … [Read more...] about Journalismfund.eu: Inviting Applicants for European Cross-border Research Grant
Entries Open for CJF-Facebook Journalism Project News Literacy Award!
Deadline: 16 February 2018 Entries are open for the CJF-Facebook Journalism Project News Literacy Award to celebrate efforts to encourage Canadians to understand and critically assess the quality of news in their community as well as the practices that underpin factual reporting as key … [Read more...] about Entries Open for CJF-Facebook Journalism Project News Literacy Award!
Food Sustainability Media Award: Inviting Professional Journalists and Emerging Talent Worldwide
Deadline: 31 May 2018 The Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition (BCFN) and the Thomson Reuters Foundation are launching the second edition of the Food Sustainability Media Award, an international contest that recognizes journalistic excellence in reporting on food from a different perspective and … [Read more...] about Food Sustainability Media Award: Inviting Professional Journalists and Emerging Talent Worldwide
Applications Open for Edward R. Murrow Press Fellowship!
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is accepting applications for its Edward R. Murrow Press Fellowship to promote the quality of responsible and discerning journalism that exemplified the work of Edward R. Murrow. One CFR resident fellowship is awarded each year to a … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Edward R. Murrow Press Fellowship!
Apply for Pitching for Peace! A Competition for Journalists
Deadline: 1 March 2018 War Stories, Peace Stories (WSPS), in partnership with the Pulitzer Center, is currently inviting journalists working from any platform to pitch a project focused on an underreported nonviolent response or peace effort in an international conflict area. WSPS seeks pitches … [Read more...] about Apply for Pitching for Peace! A Competition for Journalists
Applications Open for Turkey Europe Future Forum 2018!
Deadline: 18 February 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Turkey Europe Future Forum 2018. The Turkey Europe Future Forum is a project of Stiftung Mercator in cooperation with TUSIAD, under the patronage of Federica Mogherini, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs. The Turkey … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Turkey Europe Future Forum 2018!
OPEN Media Hub EOIs: Production Support for Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The OPEN Media Hub is launching a Call for Expression of Interest for Production Support, a scheme to enable TV and online video journalists in the European Neighbourhood to create contents (audio-visual stories, news, features, online portfolio…) related to the European … [Read more...] about OPEN Media Hub EOIs: Production Support for Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine
U.S. Embassy in Zambia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Journalism Training
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The U.S. Embassy to Zambia Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State has announced that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Journalism Training Programs. Purpose of Small Grants The Embassy invites proposals for … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Zambia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Journalism Training
Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Green Economy Program: A Press Tour to the UK for Russian Journalists
Deadline: 26 January 2018 Applications are open for "Green Economy: A Press Tour to the UK for Russian Journalists" that is provided by the Reporting Climate Change Program. In February, beginning journalists from Russia are offered the opportunity to visit the UK as part of a press tour. As the … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Green Economy Program: A Press Tour to the UK for Russian Journalists
Graham Foundation: Seeking Applications for Grants to Organisations
Deadline: 25 February 2018 The Graham Foundation is seeking applications for its Grants to Organisations. Priorities For organizations, foundation's priorities are to: Assist with the production and presentation of significant programs about architecture and the designed environment in … [Read more...] about Graham Foundation: Seeking Applications for Grants to Organisations
Applications Open for Visegrad Strategic Grants Program!
Deadline: 1 February 2018 International Visegrad Fund is seeking applications for its Strategic Grants Program. Strategic Grants support project proposals addressing annual strategic priorities of the Visegrad Group. Strategic Grants are designed for longer project duration (12–36 months), … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Visegrad Strategic Grants Program!
ICFJ: Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship Program
Deadline: 4 March 2018 Interested in becoming an influencer and leader for children’s development in your country? If producing high quality reporting and solutions-oriented stories about nutrition and early childhood development issues is one of your passions, then apply to this year-long … [Read more...] about ICFJ: Early Childhood Development Reporting Fellowship Program
International Visegrad Fund: Inviting Applicants for Visegrad+ Grant Program
Deadline: 1 February 2018 International Visegrad Fund is inviting applicants for its Visegrad+ Grant 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 Visegrad Fund: Inviting Applicants for Visegrad+ Grant Program
International Visegrad Fund: Inviting NGOs/CSOs for Visegrad Grants Program
Deadline: 1 February 2018 International Visegrad Fund is currently inviting eligible organizations from the Visegrad countries (V4) and worldwide for its Visegrad Grants program in order to foster regional cooperation between the V4 countries and projects advancing innovativeness and sustainability … [Read more...] about International Visegrad Fund: Inviting NGOs/CSOs for Visegrad Grants Program
CBF’s Content Grants: Increasing Community Participation in Community Broadcasting
Deadline: 7 March 2018 Community Broadcasting Foundation is seeking applications for its Content Grants Program to support the development, production and distribution of content via Australian community radio and/or television broadcasters and associated platforms. CBF funds content that has … [Read more...] about CBF’s Content Grants: Increasing Community Participation in Community Broadcasting
