Latest Grants and Resources for Media and Development

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Online News Association: Inviting Applications for 2019 Women’s Leadership Accelerator Program

Deadline: 30 November 2018 Online News Association is inviting Applications for Women’s Leadership Accelerator Program which is a yearlong intensive program that supercharges the leadership and management skills of women who are pushing digital innovation. The Women’s Leadership Accelerator … [Read more...] about Online News Association: Inviting Applications for 2019 Women’s Leadership Accelerator Program

Thomson Reuters Foundation: Exploring Corporate Impact Programme

Deadline: 30 November 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its Exploring Corporate Impact Programme for journalists with minimum five years’ experience from a range of outlets and disciplines. Aims The Exploring Corporate Impact progamme has the following core … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Exploring Corporate Impact Programme

Open Society Foundations: Seeking Applications for Soros Equality Fellowship

Deadline: 10 January 2019 Applications are open for Soros Equality Fellowship in order to support to support emerging mid-career professionals whom they believe will become long-term innovative leaders influencing racial justice. The Open Society Foundations seek a diverse cohort of … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations: Seeking Applications for Soros Equality Fellowship

U.S. Embassy in Prague: Fostering Mutual Cooperation between the United States and the Czech Republic

Deadline: 15 December 2018 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 … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Prague: Fostering Mutual Cooperation between the United States and the Czech Republic

U.S. Embassy Ankara: Seeking Applications for Public Affairs Grant Program

Deadline: 17 December 2018 The U.S. Embassy Ankara, Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out projects that address one or more of the following key bilateral themes: Support Shared Security, … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Ankara: Seeking Applications for Public Affairs Grant Program

Entries Open for 2019 Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling!

Deadline: 2 December 2018 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) in collaboration with ONE and the Elliott family are seeking entries for the 2019 Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling. Mike served as a distinguished editor at The Economist, Newsweek and Time … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2019 Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling!

U.S. Embassy in Zambia: PAS Annual Program Statement for Press Training

Deadline: 1 August 2019 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. The U.S. Embassy invites proposals for projects that … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Zambia: PAS Annual Program Statement for Press Training

Submit Applications for Filmmakers Without Borders 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 … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Filmmakers Without Borders Filmmaking Grants Programme!

Submit Applications for Balkan Transitional Justice Initiative Grants Programme!

Deadline: 19 November 2018 The Balkan Investigative Reporting Network has announced a call for in-depth investigative stories on transitional justice themes in the Balkans. Grants are offered to ten journalists to cover topics related to truth, justice, accountability, memory, institutional … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Balkan Transitional Justice Initiative Grants Programme!

U.S. Embassy in Benin: Seeking Proposals for ‘PAS Cotonou Small Grants Program for All Audiences’

Deadline: 31 December 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Cotonou - Benin, through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), has announced an open competition for assistance awards. The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Cotonou is inviting all eligible applicants to submit proposals … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Benin: Seeking Proposals for ‘PAS Cotonou Small Grants Program for All Audiences’

Applications Open for Balkan Transitional Justice Initiative Grants Programme!

Deadline: 19 November 2018 The Balkan Investigative Reporting Network has launched a call for in-depth investigative stories on transitional justice themes in the Balkans. Grants are offered to ten journalists to cover topics related to truth, justice, accountability, memory, institutional reform … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Balkan Transitional Justice Initiative Grants Programme!

Call for Research Proposals: Digitization and the Future of Work in the Global South

Deadline: 15 December 2018 As part of the Future of Work in the Global South (FoWiGS) initiative, Centro Latam Digital and IDRC are launching a call for research proposals that seeks to advance our understanding about the implications of digitization and labor automation for countries in the Global … [Read more...] about Call for Research Proposals: Digitization and the Future of Work in the Global South

Applications Open for the 6th Round of Digital News Innovation Fund!

Deadline: 3 December 2018 Applications are now open for the 6th round of Digital News Innovation Fund (DNI Fund) which is a European programme that's part of the Google News Initiative, an effort to help journalism thrive in the digital age. For this final round of funding, the driving theme for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the 6th Round of Digital News Innovation Fund!

Internews: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Fund for Rasana

Deadline: 28 November 2018 Internews is currently inviting Afghan media outlets in the provinces (excluding Kabul, Balkh and Herat) to submit applications for the Small Grants Fund of the USAID supported Rasana program. Sub grants issued under the Small Grant Fund RFA will fund the production of … [Read more...] about Internews: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Fund for Rasana

National Endowment for the Humanities: Seeking Applications for Development Grant Program

Deadline: 9 January 2019 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 National Endowment for the Humanities: Seeking Applications for Development Grant Program

National Endowment for the Humanities: Seeking Applications for Production Grant Program

Deadline: 9 January 2019 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is seeking applications for its Media Projects: Production Grant to support film, television, radio, and podcast projects that engage general audiences with humanities ideas in creative and appealing ways. All projects … [Read more...] about National Endowment for the Humanities: Seeking Applications for Production Grant Program

Money Trail: Seeking Applications for Working Grants Program

Deadline: 15 November 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 Money Trail: Seeking Applications for Working Grants Program

YouTube Learning Fund: Funding for Great Educational Creators

Deadline: 30 November 2018 YouTube has announced a new Learning Fund to support creators who make some of the best learning content on YouTube. This includes videos covering a wide range of topics from career skills, like interviewing and resume building, to computer science, like coding for game … [Read more...] about YouTube Learning Fund: Funding for Great Educational Creators

EJN Call for Proposals: Asia-Pacific and Bay of Bengal Media Grants 2018

Deadline extended till 25 November 2018 The Internews Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is seeking proposals for its Asia-Pacific and Bay of Bengal Media Grants 2018 to provide an opportunity for media organizations, civil society organizations and academic institutions throughout Asia and the Pacific … [Read more...] about EJN Call for Proposals: Asia-Pacific and Bay of Bengal Media Grants 2018

Digital Fund: Supporting Charities and Community Organisations in UK

Deadline: 3 December 2018 Applications are open for Digital Fund to support charities and community organisations. It is about helping the charity and voluntary sector to use digital tools and approaches to support people and communities to thrive. Types of Strand & Funding Information … [Read more...] about Digital Fund: Supporting Charities and Community Organisations in UK

Applications open for zenith Reporting Grant 2019!

Deadline: 18 January 2019 Are you a young journalist interested in the Arab world? Are you working in the Middle East or North Africa? Do you already have a great idea for a long-read feature in mind? And you would like to try a new format combing text, photo and video elements for a multimedia … [Read more...] about Applications open for zenith Reporting Grant 2019!

Internews: Inviting Afghan CSOs for Women in Media Grant Fund for Rasana

Deadline: 19 November 2018 Internews is currently inviting Afghan civil society focused organizations working to promote women in the media, to submit applications for the Women in Media Grant Fund of the USAID supported Rasana program. Subgrants issued under the Women and Media Grant Fund RFA will … [Read more...] about Internews: Inviting Afghan CSOs for Women in Media Grant Fund for Rasana

Thomson Reuters Foundation: Exploring Corporate Impact Programme

Deadline: 16 November 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its Exploring Corporate Impact Programme for journalists with minimum five years’ experience from a range of outlets and disciplines. Aims The Exploring Corporate Impact progamme has the following core aims: … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Exploring Corporate Impact Programme

BIRN Albania: Call for Investigative Items in the Field of Organized Crime

Deadline: 30 October 2018 Balkan Investigative Reporting Network in Albania (BIRN Albania) has launched a call for investigative stories on organised crime themes. BIRN is offering grants for three journalists to cover organised crime stories, as well as mentoring by experienced editors. The call … [Read more...] about BIRN Albania: Call for Investigative Items in the Field of Organized Crime

KCSF/PA Call for Proposals: Civil Society Programme for Albania and Kosovo

Deadline: 5 November 2018 The Kosovar Civil Society Foundation (KCSF) and Partners Albania for Change and Development (PA), are currently inviting domestic Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) from Albania and Kosovo to apply for project grants. The ‘Civil Society programme for Albania and … [Read more...] about KCSF/PA Call for Proposals: Civil Society Programme for Albania and Kosovo

Civitates: RFPs on “Improving the Digital Informative Ecosystem”

Deadline: 30 November 2018 Civitates is seeking proposals to improve the digital information ecosystem. Civitates wants to encourage European civil societies to build on knowledge and work across a range of initiatives that can help identify and advocate for targeted responses to specific problems … [Read more...] about Civitates: RFPs on “Improving the Digital Informative Ecosystem”

The Better Tomorrow Movement: Seeking Applications for Global Ambassadors Program 2018

Deadline: 21 October 2018 The Better Tomorrow Movement is seeking applications for its Global Ambassadors Program 2018 with an aim to develop demonstrable online advocacy and digital communication skills which they believe are mandatory skills for success today. The Better Tomorrow Movement is … [Read more...] about The Better Tomorrow Movement: Seeking Applications for Global Ambassadors Program 2018

Submit Applications for The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism!

Deadline: 14 December 2018 The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Center for Business Journalism, an initiative of the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York, is offering Business Journalism Fellowships to support in-depth, ambitious coverage of critical issues related to … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism!

Call for Applications: “Media Ambassadors India – Germany” Fellowship Program

Deadline: 30 November 2018 Applications are open for “Media Ambassadors India – Germany” Fellowship Program with an aim to attract journalists with an interest in international understanding between India and Germany. The program is open to Indian professionals who have several years of working … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: “Media Ambassadors India – Germany” Fellowship Program

Apply for A Digital Path to Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Latin America Program!

Deadline: 30 November 2018 Applications are open for A Digital Path to Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Latin America program that is creating a network of journalists, technologists and media entrepreneurs across the region. In 2019, ICFJ is bringing 36 new Professional Fellows from 12 … [Read more...] about Apply for A Digital Path to Entrepreneurship and Innovation for Latin America Program!

Applications Open for Young Filmmakers Competition!

Deadline: 31 October 2018 Applications are open for Young Filmmakers Competition that is part of the #EUandME campaign, which aims to show how EU legislation and initiatives can enable applicants to pursue their passions. Categories Entries can be submitted in one of five categories: … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Young Filmmakers Competition!

International Center for Journalists: Eurasia Media Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 11 November 2018 Applications are open for Eurasia Media Innovation Challenge to support creative ways to produce and distribute high-quality content, leading to a better-informed public. The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) and the Media Diversity Institute (MDI) with … [Read more...] about International Center for Journalists: Eurasia Media Innovation Challenge

UN: Photography Contest on “Sustainable Development Goals- 17 Ways for a better Yemen”

Deadline: 15 October 2018 Applications are open for UN Photography Contest: “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): 17 Ways for a better Yemen” with an aim to encourage photographers to “reflect on sustainable development from their perspective, express it through a photo, and share it with … [Read more...] about UN: Photography Contest on “Sustainable Development Goals- 17 Ways for a better Yemen”

Apply for IATI Research Challenge for Journalists!

Deadline: 20 December 2018 UNDP and UNESCO have jointly launched the “IATI Research Challenge for Journalists” which is a research and writing competition for journalists around the world aged between 15 and 25. The competition opens on the International Day for the Universal Access to Information … [Read more...] about Apply for IATI Research Challenge for Journalists!

Open Media Hub: Open Call for Stories on Identity and Gender

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The OPEN Media Hub has launched a Call for Expression of Interest for Production Support, a scheme to enable TV and online video journalists in the European Neighbourhood to create content related to the European Union and their respective countries’ relations with the … [Read more...] about Open Media Hub: Open Call for Stories on Identity and Gender

Request for Applications: USAID’s BMAP Engaging Content Grants

Deadline: 28 October 2018 USAID’s BMAP aims to stimulate the production of highly engaging, quality digital content that will help local media expand their audiences and build trust with the public while reporting on public interest issues in innovative, interactive ways. To this end, USAID’s BMAP … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: USAID’s BMAP Engaging Content Grants

MASH FICA Award: Supporting New Media Art Practice in India

Deadline: 1 November 2018 The Foundation for Indian Contemporary Art in collaboration with MASH (My Art Shalini), has launched its MASH FICA Award to support artists working in new media. This Award aims to support independent media artists with the creation of specific projects. The Grant aims … [Read more...] about MASH FICA Award: Supporting New Media Art Practice in India

Consultative Group to Assist the Poor: 13th Annual Photos and Videos Contest 2018

Deadline: 14 December 2018 Consultative Group to Assist the Poor (CGAP) is seeking applications for its 13th Annual Photos and Videos Contest 2018 which is looking for striking photographs and short videos that tell the story of how financial services empower poor people and communities in … [Read more...] about Consultative Group to Assist the Poor: 13th Annual Photos and Videos Contest 2018

Submit Applications for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant Program!

Deadline: 4 February 2019 Applications are open for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant Program 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 … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Fund for Investigative Journalism Grant Program!

Submit Proposals for 2018 Simon Cumbers Media Fund!

Deadline: 31 October 2018 The Simon Cumbers Media Fund is currently accepting proposals on development-related issues from media professionals who wish to travel to a developing country to report on contemporary life there. The aim of the Simon Cumbers Media Fund is to assist and promote more and … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for 2018 Simon Cumbers Media Fund!

The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations: Accepting LOIs for Public Educational Media

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations is currently accepting letters of inquiry (LOIs) for its Public Educational Media program. Educational television media has expanded to include more diverse and innovative programs across the arc of one’s lifespan. In addition, access … [Read more...] about The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations: Accepting LOIs for Public Educational Media

International Labour Organization: 2018 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration and Fair Recruitment

Deadline: 31 October 2018 The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched fourth global media competition to recognize exemplary media coverage on labour migration. The objective is to encourage quality reporting on labour migration and recruitment-related issues. Such reporting is all … [Read more...] about International Labour Organization: 2018 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration and Fair Recruitment

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Belgrade: Inviting Serbian NGOs for Transformation Cooperation Program

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Belgrade is currently inviting applicants to submit project proposals under the Transformation Cooperation program financed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. The Embassy recommends only surrendering projects … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Belgrade: Inviting Serbian NGOs for Transformation Cooperation Program

IWMF’s Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship – U.S./Mexico Border

Deadline: 28 October 2018 Applications are now open for IWMF's Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship - U.S./Mexico Border. As part of the IWMF’s Latin America reporting initiative, Adelante, six pairs of journalists will travel to the U.S./Mexico border from February 22 to March 14, … [Read more...] about IWMF’s Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship – U.S./Mexico Border

Call for Applications: Travel & Accommodation Grant Scheme for Journalists

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applications are open for Travel & Accommodation Grant Scheme to support pan-African science journalism. Created by the Department of Science & Technology (DST) of the government of South Africa, the annual Science Forum South Africa (SFSA) meeting is the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Travel & Accommodation Grant Scheme for Journalists

Submit Nominations for AGAHI Awards 2018!

Deadline: 1 November 2018 Nominations are open for the AGAHI Awards 2018, an annual award series for journalists across Pakistan. These Awards provide a platform to celebrate and recognize the work of credible and dedicated journalists. AGAHI Awards were inaugurated in Pakistan for the very first … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for AGAHI Awards 2018!

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Phnom Penh: Small-Local Transition Projects (SLTP) 2019

Deadline: 12 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic has launched its annual call for proposals for the Small Local Transition Projects (SLTP) 2019 directly managed by the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Phnom Penh. Qualifying Projects The projects can focus on various sectors: … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Phnom Penh: Small-Local Transition Projects (SLTP) 2019

Media Literacy Council Call for Proposals: Better Internet x Youth

Deadline: 23 November 2018 The Media Literacy Council has launched the Better Internet x Youth Call-for-Proposals to support Digital Literacy community initiatives that promote online safety, responsibility and civility. The Council hopes to empower youths to initiate projects that will reach out … [Read more...] about Media Literacy Council Call for Proposals: Better Internet x Youth

European Union: Seeking Applications for “Voice of Your Identity” Project

Deadline: 1 November 2018 The European Union is seeking applications for "Voice of Your Identity" Project which is a funding initiative with a range of partners designed to enhance coverage of human rights issues, particularly women's rights in the Jordanian media by supporting community media … [Read more...] about European Union: Seeking Applications for “Voice of Your Identity” Project

Applications Open for Central Asia – Azerbaijan Fellowship Program!

Deadline: 30 September 2018 The George Washington University – Elliott School of International Affairs’ Central Asia Program (CAP) is seeking applications for its Central Asia-Azerbaijan Fellowship Program. The Central Asia-Azerbaijan Fellowship Program (CAAFP) is intended for young professionals … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Central Asia – Azerbaijan Fellowship Program!

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