Grants For Journalists
Funding to support your journalism career or interests.
Hello, journalists; this playlist is for YOU!
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1. [NEW] The 2026 FOIA Fest Boot Camp - For Chicago-Based Journalists
This is a four-month training and mentorship program for Chicago-based reporters. It seeks diverse, talented early-career applicants committed to equity-focused journalism who want guidance in accountability reporting. The program is designed for emerging journalists who have been published on any media platform, have the skills to tackle a reporting project on a critical racial equity issue in Chicago, and the desire to deepen their use of public records and other investigative tools. A $500 stipend will be awarded.
Deadline: February 13, 2026
2. [NEW] O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism - For Journalists & Podcasters
This Nine-month opportunity seeks applications from staff-employed or independent journalists residing in the United States or its territories. Applicants should have at least five years of professional experience and produce journalism regularly as an employee or freelancer. Applicants may be connected to print operations, radio, television, websites, podcasts, online publications, wire services, or general public-interest magazines. There are no academic prerequisites. A stipend of $75,000 for nine months for your salary, paid to your sponsoring organization or directly to the fellow in the case of independent journalists.
Deadline: February 15, 2026
3. [NEW] The UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize - For Journalists
Awarded annually, the $25,000 Prize honors a person, organization, or institution that has made an outstanding contribution to the defense and/or promotion of press freedom anywhere in the world, especially when this has been achieved in the face of danger. Member States as well as international and regional professional and nongovernmental organizations working in the field of journalism and freedom of expression may nominate up to three candidates for the Prize.
Deadline: February 15, 2026
4. [NEW] The Mirror Awards - For Journalists
This opportunity honors the reporters, editors, and teams of writers who hold a mirror to their own industry for the public’s benefit. The competition is open to anyone who conducts reporting, commentary, or criticism of the media industries in a format intended for a mass audience. Eligible work includes print, broadcast, and online editorial content focusing on developing or distributing news and entertainment. Four categories are available for submission; funding ranges from $1,000 to $5,000.
Deadline: February 17, 2026
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