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
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.
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
Media Freedom Matters Program: Grants for Advocacy Projects, Educational and Outreach Initiatives in Support of the Media in Moldova
Deadline: 21 January 2018 Freedom House, together with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation, is accepting applications for financial support from local registered non-governmental organizations and coalitions based in the Republic of Moldova, in the Eastern Partnership region and the … [Read more...] about Media Freedom Matters Program: Grants for Advocacy Projects, Educational and Outreach Initiatives in Support of the Media in Moldova
RJI Fellowship: Strengthening Democracy through Better Journalism
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute is inviting proposals from people and organizations who wish to partner with it on innovative projects that strengthen democracy through better journalism. Successful projects often include devising new strategies to take … [Read more...] about RJI Fellowship: Strengthening Democracy through Better Journalism
Knight Science Journalism Fellowship: Inviting Journalists from around the World
Deadline: 28 February 2018 Applications are open for Knight Science Journalism Fellowship Program at MIT to support a global community of dedicated and thoughtful journalists specializing in science, health, technology and environmental reporting. KSJ@MIT is designed to recognize journalists who … [Read more...] about Knight Science Journalism Fellowship: Inviting Journalists from around the World
Nominations Open for 2018 Knight International Journalism Awards!
Deadline: 18 February 2018 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) is seeking nominations for its "2018 Knight International Journalism Awards" with an aim to foster a global culture of news innovation. ICFJ is now seeking nominees whose pioneering coverage or media innovations have had a … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Knight International Journalism Awards!
Development & Operations Grants: Assisting the Ongoing Development of Community Broadcasting throughout Australia
Deadline: 14 March 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 Ongoing Development of Community Broadcasting throughout Australia
U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic: Inviting Applicants for Small Grants Program
Deadline: 31 January 2018 U.S. Embassy in Prague, the Czech Republic is currently inviting institutions, organizations and individuals to submit project proposals for funding up to $ 10,000. Themes The Embassy is seeking projects with outstanding merit that support the U.S. Government’s broad … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in the Czech Republic: Inviting Applicants for Small Grants Program
Media Freedom Matters Program: Supporting Advocacy, Education, and Outreach Initiatives for Media in Moldova
Deadline: 21 January 2018 Freedom House, in collaboration with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation, is seeking applications for funding and support from local, registered non-governmental organizations and coalitions based in the Republic of Moldova, the Eastern Partnership Region, and the … [Read more...] about Media Freedom Matters Program: Supporting Advocacy, Education, and Outreach Initiatives for Media in Moldova
Applications Open for JRCT’s Power and Accountability Programme!
Deadline: 9 April 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT) “Power and Accountability Programme” to support people to create a world in which power is more equally shared, and in which powerful institutions are responsive and accountable to wider society … [Read more...] about Applications Open for JRCT’s Power and Accountability Programme!
Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reports on Transnational Organized Crime Program
Deadline: 16 January 2018 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is inviting African journalists for its program entitled "Reports on Transnational Organized Crime" with an aim to build the capacity of journalists to investigate the issue of transnational organized crime, improving both their knowledge and … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reports on Transnational Organized Crime Program
Applications Open for All-Russian Journalists Contest “Economic Revival of Russia”!
Deadline: Various Applications are open for All-Russian Journalists' Contest "Economic Revival of Russia" to stimulate the development of the economic direction in domestic journalism and objective reflection of the problems of the formation and success of domestic entrepreneurship by the mass … [Read more...] about Applications Open for All-Russian Journalists Contest “Economic Revival of Russia”!
Democracy and Media Foundation: General Call 2018 – 1
Deadline: 28 January 2018 Do you want to contribute to independent media and a strong, just democratic state? Do you have an initiative that stimulates independent and critical media or one that sustains or promotes a strong and just democratic state? Does your initiative match our pillars of … [Read more...] about Democracy and Media Foundation: General Call 2018 – 1
ICFJ: Illuminating Today’s Japan for American Audiences 2018
Deadline: 4 March 2018 International Center for Journalist (ICFJ) is seeking applications for its program entitled “ Illuminating Today’s Japan for American Audiences 2018” that is funded by the U.S.-Japan Foundation. This program will help to make independent coverage of neglected issues … [Read more...] about ICFJ: Illuminating Today’s Japan for American Audiences 2018
Media Freedom Matters Program: Supporting Media Advocacy, Education and Awareness-raising Initiatives in Moldova
Deadline: 21 January 2018 Freedom House, in collaboration with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation has announced a call for funding and support from non-governmental organizations and co-operatives registered at the local level in the Eastern Partnership and the European Union, which aim … [Read more...] about Media Freedom Matters Program: Supporting Media Advocacy, Education and Awareness-raising Initiatives in Moldova
U.S. Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (PAS)
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Georgia has announced the opening of the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program Competition for 2018. The Commission, co-chaired by the Deputy Chief of Mission and the Public Affairs Officer, will award grants of up to 50,000 U.S. Dollars to … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (PAS)
Nominations Open for 2018 Canadian Hillman Prize!
Deadline: 15 January 2018 Nominations are open for 2018 Hillman Prizes by Sidney Hillman Foundation to honour excellence in journalism in service of the common good. Since 1950, the Sidney Hillman Foundation has honoured U.S journalists who pursue investigative reporting and deep storytelling in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Canadian Hillman Prize!
2018 U.S. Hillman Prizes: Honoring Investigative Journalism and Commentary in service of the Common Good
Deadline: 30 January 2018 Nominations are open for 2018 Hillman Prizes by Sidney Hillman Foundation to honor investigative journalism and commentary in service of the common good. Since 1950, the Sidney Hillman Foundation has honored journalists, writers and public figures that pursue … [Read more...] about 2018 U.S. Hillman Prizes: Honoring Investigative Journalism and Commentary in service of the Common Good
Regional Security in a Digital Era: Workshop for Media Practitioners and Journalists
Deadline: 20 February 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate in Kolkata (PAS Kolkata) is seeking proposals for a project entitled “Regional Security in a Digital Era: Workshop for Media Practitioners and Journalists” that will provide an opportunity for prominent mid-career … [Read more...] about Regional Security in a Digital Era: Workshop for Media Practitioners and Journalists
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Call for Proposals to Write a Book on the Mountain Gorilla Ecosystem in Rwanda
ACNI Small Capital Grants Programme in United Kingdom
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