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There are some great opportunities this month — String and Tins No Fixed Mix, a free programme of four evening workshops in London on sound engineering for self-identifying women and non-binary people. NPR’s All Things Considered are looking for short experimental audio documentaries. And The Austin Film Festival Fiction Podcast Award is open and looking for international independent fiction podcast scripts.
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In this month’s Spotlight I’m challenging the existing monolithic descriptions of European radio, and asking how European audio makers can form transnational communities without sacrificing individuality — using examples of the people and organisations who are making that happen.
NPR’s All Things Considered Call Out for Short Form Documentaries - All Things Considered, a daily news show in the United States, is experimenting with a new weekly segment of short-form audio documentaries in English from international producers. They’re open to ideas of all stripes, with an emphasis on deep character studies, non-narrated pieces and experimental styles. They are generally looking for existing pieces that are searching for a home. The segment is eight minutes long, but they can work with producers to adapt longer pieces to the segment length. They’re currently paying $750; producers keep the licensing of their work. Applicants can reach out to Noah Caldwell at ncaldwell [at] npr [dot] org.
The deadline is rolling. You can find other opportunities with rolling deadlines here.
Open Call For Spanish-language Audio for Soniquetes - Soniquetes organise regular community listening events in Valencia, Spain. They're looking for narrative/experimental/documentary audio between 1 and 15 minutes in Spanish (any accent/country) or in any language of Spain (Basque, Catalan, Galician etc.) It's unpaid — the events are organised for the love of independently-produced audio and community.
The deadline is rolling. You can find other opportunities with rolling deadlines here.
Embedded Call For Narrative Podcast Series Pitches - The Embedded podcast, NPR’s home for documentary storytelling, is looking for international serialised, narrative podcast pitches for series that ask big questions about the world around us, to publish later this year or in 2026. They will help producers frame, structure, write and sound design their series. And it will benefit from the full force of the NPR network, online and on the radio. Pitches must have compelling characters and immersive storytelling. Investigative stories, personal stories and other kinds of journalism are all welcome. They review pitches on a monthly basis — please allow at least 6 weeks to receive a response. They do not specify a budget, and ask applicants to provide one themselves.
The deadline is rolling. You can find other opportunities with rolling deadlines here.
GGSC Spreading Love Through the Media - The Greater Good Science Center (GGSC) is conducting a request for proposals (RFP) to support nonfiction content and reported stories related to love, made by North American producers. They are interested in projects that extend well beyond romantic love; they define love as a deep, unselfish commitment to another person’s well-being — even to put their interests before one’s own. The GGSC will distribute grants of between $5000 and $50,000 to two dozen journalists and media producers who approach the topic of love from a variety of angles and across a range of media, including articles, videos, radio stories, podcasts, social media content, and more. In addition to financial support, they will also connect the grantees with scientific experts who will serve as advisors to their projects, guiding them to relevant research and helping them align their work with the science of love. Grant recipients will have full editorial control over their final pieces. They will not receive any editorial review or need approval from the Greater Good Science Center. All proposals must be submitted in English. However, the actual projects that receive grant funding can be in any language.
The deadline is 24th March, 11:59 pm PT.
Bernheim Forest and Arboretum L+A+N+D (Landscape + Art + Nature + Design) - a programme supporting international artists creating immersive outdoor installations that will spark a deeper appreciation of the natural world. The selected installations/experiences are implemented via a stipend, and a construction budget for fabrication and installation expenses. There are two funding tiers: Tier 1 proposals ($10,000 honorarium and up to $20,000 material and production budget) and Tier 2 proposals ($5000 honorarium and up to $10,000 materials and production budget). Installation topics include: humans' connection to nature, beauty in the landscape, biodiversity, conservation, sustainability, climate change, and climate justice. Experiences should be designed and constructed in an ecologically responsible manner, with minimal impact to the natural environment, that can withstand the outdoors in Kentucky for 2 to 5 years.
The deadline is 24th March.
The Aerospace Media Awards - a celebration of those who have made a significant contribution to international aerospace journalism and publishing. They have a Best New Aviation Journalist, for journalists under 35 or with no more than five years of experience in aviation journalism. They also have The Best Multi Media Aviation category which includes podcasts. The awards are open for nominations.
The deadline is 28th March.
The Austin Film Festival Fiction Podcast Award - an international competition for independent fiction podcast scripts. Scripts that have been produced are only eligible if: more than one season has not been released to the public; and the show is produced independently and is not controlled by, under exclusive licence to, or financed by any major podcast production company or network. Writers can submit up to three episodes, totalling no more than 90 pages in length. Scripts must be in English. Applications cost $45 for the late deadline and $50 for the final deadline. The winner receives $1000 and reimbursement of up to $500 for travel and accommodation to attend the festival in October.
The Early Bird deadline is 25th March, the final deadline is 8th July.
IWMF Courage in Journalism Awards - The International Women’s Media Foundation are honouring international women and non-binary journalists who “set themselves apart by exhibiting extraordinary bravery, persistence and resilience.” The awards are open to third-party nominations only (i.e. applicants cannot nominate themselves).
The deadline is 30th March, 11:59 pm ET.
Hammarskjöld Journalism Fellowships - an opportunity for mid-career journalists aged 25 to 35 from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Oceania to cover deliberations of the 79th United Nations General Assembly for around 10 weeks. Applicants should have a compelling interest in international affairs and the work of the United Nations and its member agencies. Both full-time and freelance journalists are invited to apply from print, television, radio or internet journalism. Applicants must: be currently reporting to audiences in the eligible countries; have a current passport with which they will obtain a I-1 journalist visa; have a working knowledge of English. They do not specify what support, financial or otherwise, they will offer fellows.
The deadline is 30th March, 11:59 pm ET.
EJN Biodiversity Media Grants (Organisations) - €10,000 - €12,000 organisational grants from the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) to support activities in low- or middle-income countries that strengthen media reporting on biodiversity issues. Applicants could be journalist networks, media organisations, civil society organisations or academic institutions that are working to improve media coverage of biodiversity and conservation in the aforementioned areas of the world. The definition of low- or middle-income countries is determined by the World Bank, see more here. They will not consider applications rooted in advocacy or political campaigning. Applications must be in English, but stories and training materials can be produced in any language. Applications by individual journalists will not be accepted for this media grant opportunity, there will be a separate grant for individuals soon.
The deadline is 30th March, 11:59 PM (Pacific/Niue).
Artangel Open - Artangel invites international artists to submit their most daring or ambitious ideas across performance, film, installation, audio and digital mediums for presentation in unexpected places in the United Kingdom, internationally or online. Shortlisted artists will be contacted in July to arrange an interview for September. Each shortlisted idea/artist will receive a fee to work up their proposal in time for the interview with the panel in September.
The deadline is 31st March.
The National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications - international awards for science communicators, journalists, and research scientists covering complex issues such as climate change, future pandemics, human genome editing and artificial intelligence. There are 24 awards between $20,000 and $40,000, totalling $640,000. For the journalism category there are three subcategories: Freelance Journalist, Local/Regional Journalist and Early Career Journalist (under 30 years of age or having less than 5 years of professional experience developing content for media organisations). Their accepted media includes radio segments and podcasts. All submissions must be in English (work examples in other languages must have accompanying translations).
The deadline is 31st March.
The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism (Spring) - a fellowship for experienced journalists (freelance or staff) in any medium to produce deeply reported enterprise and investigative stories that delve into economic, financial or business issues across a wide array of subjects. They provide grants of up to $15,000 along with editorial support. Applicants must have at least five years’ professional experience in journalism. International applicants are welcome but the stories must be published in English in a U.S. media outlet. Proposed pieces can be in a range of mediums, including audio.
The deadline is 31st March.
AGU Excellence in Science Journalism Awards - two international awards celebrating a feature story or series in any medium (except books) that makes information about the Earth and space sciences both accessible and interesting to non-scientists. There is the Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism for excellence in science feature reporting produced under a deadline of longer than one week, and the David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism for excellence in science news reporting, produced under deadline pressure of one week or less. They offer $5000 and travel expenses up to $1000 to attend AGU's annual meeting. Stories must be related to one of AGU’s scientific disciplines. Nominees can be staff or freelance. Work must be in English or include an English translation. Self-nominations are permitted.
The deadline is 31st March.
The Gordon N. Fisher/JHR Journalism Fellowship - a 1-year opportunity of education, reflection, and peer development at the University of Toronto for mid-career journalists from “JHR’s programme countries in the Middle East and Sub Saharan Africa.” NOTE: I can’t find specifications of which countries exactly are eligible. Applicants must have at least five years’ experience. Freelance journalists working consistently in the media over a five-year period are also eligible. There are no educational prerequisites. They provide: a stipend of $4900 per month for the 8-month university year, all university fees; travel expenses to and from Toronto for the Fellow and their family; and travel expenses for organised trips during the programme. Successful applicants are expected to refrain from all professional work during the residency period. Applicants must be proficient in English.
The deadline is 31st March.
Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards - free-to-enter awards recognising the best in international climate storytelling. They have 14 subject-based categories which accept any medium, as well as the “emerging journalists of the year” category for early-career journalists whose work shows exceptional promise.
The deadline is 31st March, 11:59 pm ET.
Audio Flux Circuit 05 Call Out - Audio Flux celebrates international, innovative, short form audio and bold storytelling. For each Audio Flux circuit, anyone and everyone is invited to create a short audio work in response to a set of prompts, which are designed with a different creative partner each time. The theme for Circuit 05 is “In 3D,” in collaboration with 3D photography enthusiast and collector Eric Drysdale, who has amassed more than 30,000 vintage stereoscopic slides for his ongoing, one-of-a-kind salon experience, Mid Century Stereo Panorama. For Circuit 05, each submission must: run 3-minutes long, take inspiration from one of four 3D images curated by Eric from his collection, include the sound of laughter, and immerse listeners in a place, through sound (stereo, spatial, binaural recordings are encouraged). Four public submissions will be chosen as Circuit Selects from fifteen finalists, receive $750, debut at an upcoming live event this spring and be featured on the website and the upcoming Audio Flux podcast. Pieces can be made in any language, as long as an English translation is provided. You can read my Spotlight on Audio Flux here.
The deadline is 1st April.
Scholarships to Attend the IRE Conference - various scholarships for international journalists to attend the Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) Conference, which this year takes place in New Orleans, Luisina, from 19th - 22nd June. The fellowship includes: a one-year IRE membership/renewal ($25 - 75 value); complimentary conference registration; four hotel nights ($932 - 956 value); and a travel stipend (typically $500). Fellows will have some out-of-pocket expenses, such as airfares and visa fees. The scholarships are:
Jennifer Leonard Scholarships - for “women of modest means” who are college journalism students or early-career professional journalists (three years or less of post-college work experience).
Diversity Fellowships - for journalists, educators and students of color, those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community, and/or with disabilities are eligible to apply.
Napoli Management Group TV Scholarships - for U.S. based early-career (five or fewer years of post-college work experience) TV journalists interested in investigative reporting. Students are not eligible.
James Richard Bennett Scholarships - for journalism students in Arkansas, Mississippi, Oklahoma or Louisiana. University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students are not eligible.
David Dietz Fellowships - for journalists and independent journalists with less than 10 years’ professional experience and a demonstrated interest in financial investigative journalism who have a financial need for assistance. Students are not eligible.
Godfrey Wells Stancill Fellowships - for U.S. based journalists working for a newspaper with a Sunday circulation of under 50,000. Students are not eligible.
Eric B. Sager Scholarships - for U.S. based journalists and independent journalists. Students are not eligible.
Gary Marx Scholarships - for U.S. based college journalism students and early-career journalists (five years post-college graduation). Preference will be given to applicants from Illinois. They offer four hotel nights (of $1040 - $1100 value) and a higher travel stipend of $650.
The Mike Levine Journalism Education Fund - for journalists with less than five years of experience working in daily or weekly print news organisations or digital-only news outlets.
The deadlines are 1st April.
Rosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health Journalism - a 1-year opportunity supporting a diverse cohort of journalists from the United States, Ireland, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates to report on some of society’s biggest mental health challenges. Applicants must have at least three years of professional experience in journalism, in any medium. Fellows will attend mandatory, expense-paid Fellowship Training Meetings in Atlanta at the beginning and end of the fellowship year. Preference is given to journalists who work with or for a media outlet that expresses commitment to publishing or broadcasting fellowship projects. Fellows employed full-time are not required to leave their jobs.
The deadline is 2nd April, 11:59 pm ET.
Call for Papers: The Turn to Podcasts as a Mass Campaign Medium Special Issue of The Journal of Radio and Audio Media - The Journal of Radio and Audio Media (JRAM) is looking for papers in response to political leaders’ embrace of podcasts and other aural media. However, several issues may emerge and point to the medium's incomplete promise as a public sphere. They invite papers on topics such as (but not limited to): Historicizing the Turn to Podcasts in Campaigning, The 2024 U.S. Election on Podcasts; The Role of Podcasts in Shaping Public Opinion and, Electoral Outcome; The Impact and Influence of the Manosphere on Politics and Culture; Humor and Parasociality; Ethics and Journalistic Norms; Cases in the Global South, Populism and Podcasting; Democracy and Podcasting; Podcasting as Counterpublic; Narrative Podcasts as Platforms for Social Commentary and Critique; Religious Podcasts as a Site for Spiritual and Ideological Discourse; Investigative Journalism Podcasts and Their Influence on Public Opinion. Scholars interested in submitting an article for the special issue should send an extended abstract of 1500 words.
The deadline is 5th April.
Koch Continuum Grant in Public Health and Disability Investigative Reporting - a $10,000 grant for investigative reporting in the medical and public health fields which highlights research and reporting on public health issues and/or issues affecting people with disabilities. They intend to support work that will be published for United States and/or Canadian audiences. The use of mapping and Geographic Information System [GIS] is highly encouraged in the projects. They also offer a two-year IRE membership, and a registration, transportation stipend and lodging for the IRE Conference to present the project. Applicants must be journalists, either freelance or working for a news outlet.
The deadline is 6th April, 11:59 pm ET.
Art Zoyd Studios: Études de Bruit 2025 Residency and Production in Sound Art (France) - a one-week residency for international composers, musicians and sound artists, aged 40 and under, to create work for the Le bruit de l’air geolocation sound installation. The organisers provide €1500 in royalties, a one-week residency with a Computer Music Producer in the studios, transport costs between home and Art Zoyd Studios (up to a maximum of €300), accommodation costs and meals for the duration of the residency.
The deadline is 6th April.
60 Second Radio Competition - a competition for international work that is exactly 60 seconds. Any style is accepted: radio art, collage, soundscape, radio theatre, sonic prose and poetry, sound art, creative documentary, mutant radio, sonic captures — anything is possible as long as it's 60 seconds long. This year there is no theme. Works in any language are permitted, but if the work is not in Spanish, English or French a translation should be provided.
The deadline is 13th April, 11:59 pm ET.
Bemis Center Sound Art + Experimental Music Artists-in-Residence Open Call - 3-month residencies for two international artists working in sound, composition, voice, and experimental genres and tools to receive financial, technical, and administrative support, along with dedicated facilities for rehearsing, recording, and performing new works that expand the field of sound art and music. Artists-in-residence will be offered a generously sized, private live/work studio complete with kitchen and bathroom as well as 24-hour access to Bemis Center’s Sound Studio. Selected residents will also have access to installation and production spaces and the Okada Sculpture & Ceramics Facility. U.S. based artists receive a $2000 monthly stipend, a $750 travel stipend, a $7000 materials budget, and a $1000 shipping budget to cover the transportation of items or equipment to and from the residency. Due to B2 visa limitations, international artists-in-residence are only eligible to receive reimbursement of qualified expenses, including airfare, ground transportation, and meals. There are no expectations placed on residents to create or perform. They have spring, summer and fall sessions available. It costs $40 to apply.
The deadline is 14th April, 11:59 pm CT.
The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism - a fellowship for experienced journalists (freelance or staff) in any medium to produce deeply reported enterprise and investigative stories that delve into economic, financial or business issues across a wide array of subjects. They provide grants of up to $15,000 along with editorial support. Applicants must have at least five years professional experience in journalism. International applicants are welcome but the stories must be published in English in a U.S. media outlet. Given the enormous changes in federal spending and policy priorities now coming out of the new administration in Washington D.C., they are particularly interested during this round of Fellowships in story proposals that examine the impact of these changes.
The deadline is 14th April.
The Oral History Association Emerging Crises Oral History Research Fund - funding of up to $4000 for oral history research during situations of crisis in the U.S. and internationally. Funds may be applied to travel, per diem, or transcription costs for research in places and situations in which a longer application time schedule may be problematic. Such crisis situations include but are not limited to: wars, natural disasters, political or economic/ethnic repression, or other currently emerging events of crisis proportions.
The deadline is 15th April.
Third Coast - an awards and festival celebrating the best of audio storytelling. They have nine categories, including Best New Artist, Best Documentary: Non-English Language, and Audio Unbound (for innovation within the medium). Each category has several finalists, and there are cash prizes for the main winners (unspecified), which vary depending on the category. Entry prices vary from $40 to $375 depending on deadline, length of the piece, and independent/institutional production.
The extended late deadline is 17th April.
Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship - a 7-month fellowship for international women, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming journalists focused on human rights and social justice issues. Fellows spend a semester at the Center for International Studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and The Boston Globe, attending classes, seminars and events whilst pursuing independent research and gaining newsroom experience. Then fellows spend two months in New York City interning for The New York Times. Applicants must have at least three years of professional experience in journalism — this can be print, broadcast or digital, either as a staff journalist or freelancer. Non-native English speakers must have excellent written and verbal English skills. Accommodation, airfare, travel and any necessary visas are covered, and there is a fixed monthly stipend (unspecified) to cover extra living costs.
The deadline is 20th April, 11:59 pm ET.
The NYU Stern Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship - a 2-day series of academic and social events at NYU Stern’s Greenwich Village campus for a group of journalists to learn from globally recognised experts in the emerging field of climate economics. Participants will discuss the fundamental factors and latest trends in climate economics and finance. All journalists who are interested in covering the interface between climate and the economy are welcome to apply, whether reporters and editors, staff or freelancers. International applicants are welcome to apply, though aspects of the course have a focus on U.S. policies and institutions. Fellows admitted to the programme who reside outside the New York Metro Area will receive a $2000 stipend to cover travel and accommodation costs; those residing inside the New York Metro Area will receive a $1000 stipend. The Fellowship takes place 18th - 19th September.
The deadline is 20th April.
SPJ Ethics in Journalism Awards - an international award honouring journalists or news organisations that perform in an outstanding ethical manner demonstrating the ideals of the SPJ Code of Ethics. They also honour especially notable efforts to educate the public on principles embodied in the code or hold journalists ethically accountable for their behaviour. Previous winners have included radio producers. For works produced in non-English languages, entrants must provide an English translation. Applicants can nominate themselves or others.
The deadline is 21st April.
The Listening Pitch - two grants of up to £10,000 for new documentary films that use sound as a central part of the storytelling. Even though this is for documentary film, I wanted to include it in the newsletter because of how much sound is a focus — maybe it could encourage some sound people to go outside of their comfort zone, or collaborate with a filmmaker. Films can be up to 30 minutes. NOTE: they don’t mention whether the work has to be in English.
The deadline is 21st April.
National Geographic Society Grants Program - a diverse community of international changemakers working to support National Geographic’s mission to illuminate and protect the wonders of our world. They fund individuals working on projects in science, conservation, storytelling, education, and technology that align with one or more of their focus areas of: Ocean, Land, Wildlife, Human Histories and Cultures, Planetary Health and Space. Level I Grants are $20,000 and designed for individuals who might be: earlier in their career; looking to better establish themselves in their field; seeking mentorship; wanting to grow their network; or enhance their impact by joining a global community of National Geographic Explorers. Level II Grants are designed for those who might be: more established in their fields; have previously received a National Geographic Society grant; or are seeking a higher level of funding. Level II Grants typically receive funding of $50,000 - $60,000, but awards of up to $100,000 are possible in exceptional and well-justified cases. Applicants must be over the age of 18. Previous Explorers have been audio, radio and podcast makers.
The next deadline is 22nd April.
Dag Hammarskjöld Fund for Journalists - an opportunity for journalists, aged 25 to 35 primarily hailing from developing nations in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Oceania to report on the opening months of the United Nations General Assembly each September through November. Applicants must have a current passport and be employed by a bona fide media organisation. Journalists selected for the programme will deepen their understanding of the work of the U.N. through firsthand observation of working sessions, press conferences, and interviews, thus enabling in-depth reporting on issues relevant to their audiences. They will interact with media colleagues from around the world and learn about the challenges which journalism faces in other countries. Applicants can be from print, television, radio, and internet platforms. Speaking English with proficiency is required. Applications from Ghana, Namibia, and Kashmir will not be considered in 2025.
The deadline is 26th April.
Sharon Begley Science Reporting Award - a free-to-enter international award for experienced journalists who have compiled a substantial body of work in science journalism. They offer a grant of at least $20,000 and mentorship to enable the winner to undertake a significant reporting project. Applicants must have at least 8 to 10 years of professional experience. Staff and independent journalists are eligible to apply. Audio and multimedia journalism is accepted.
The deadline is 30th April, 11:59 PM.
Chinati Artist in Residence Program - a 2-month residency in Marfa, Texas, for artists of any discipline — visual, audio, sound, dance, performance, or video. Resident artists are provided with an apartment on the museum grounds, a studio in downtown Marfa, and access to Chinati’s collection and archive. A stipend of $4000 is provided for honorarium, travel and art materials. NOTE: I believe it is international.
The deadline is 30th April.
Berliner Hörspielfestival - an international radio drama festival in Berlin. They use the term “radio drama” loosely; they accept any genre, whether it’s narrative, documentary, language or sound experiments, etc. They have three competitions: Das Glühende Knopfmikro (“The Glowing Button Microphone”) for pieces up to 5 minutes long; Das Kurze Brennende Mikro (“The Short Burning Mic”), for pieces between 5 and 20 minutes; and Das Lange Brennende Mikro (“The Long Burning Mic”) for pieces between 20 and 60 minutes. Prizes include audio equipment. Works can be in any language as long as a German or English translation is provided. They also have Der MikroFlitzer (“The Speedster”); in late April they will release a specific sentence or sound and competitors have two weeks to create a radio drama of less than 60 seconds based on the prompt. Prizes include audio equipment.
The deadline for both competitions is 1st May, 11:59 pm CEST.
The JAR Audio Pilot Competition for Emerging Women Podcasters - a competition for international emerging women podcasters (working in English). JAR will provide successful applicants with production support for a pilot episode for a selected winner. The creator retains 100% IP and can use this pilot to pitch to networks, etc. The genre is completely open. Jar will provide one creative strategy session, one marketing session, script vetting and recording, editing and mixing services. NOTE: JAR “recognises an inclusive definition of womanhood.” You can read my Spotlight on JAR’s competition here.
The deadline is 1st May.
Radiolab x Newmark J-School Audio Fellowship (Spring) - a part-time, 6-month fellowship for New York City-based recent graduates of the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism. The fellow will work three 7-hour days per week and will receive a $20,000 stipend. Applicants must have graduated no more than five years prior to the start of the fellowship (May 2025) with a focus within either the Health and Science Concentration and/or Audio Reporting Specialisation and must be within a 50 mile radius of the Radiolab offices in downtown Manhattan.
The deadline is 24th March.
KALW Audio Academy - a 9-month audio journalism course in San Francisco. It requires between a 16- and 20-hour weekly commitment, including eight hours working on their daily news show Crosscurrents, and eight hours out in the field where successful applicants make their own personal stories. The programme includes weekly evening seminars taught by KALW reporters, engineers, and other special guests, as well as shadowing opportunities and mentorship from the station’s staff. For the first time this year, they’re offering participants a stipend of up to $9000 for the duration of the programme.
The deadline is 26th March, 11:59 pm PT.
Impact Fund for Reporting on Health Equity and Health Systems - a fellowship for U.S. based journalists supporting ambitious investigative or explanatory projects on systemic racism in public health, health care policy and the practice of medicine, including inequity in treatment, access to care, patient experience and health outcomes for Black people, Indigenous people and other people of colour. The grant provides $2000 - $10,000 to help with reporting costs, five months of professional mentorship from a veteran journalist, monthly online development and brainstorming sessions with other reporters in their class, and four webinars devoted to health equity in health systems. Preference is given to applicants who have a minimum of three years of professional journalism experience and reporters pursuing collaborative projects between mainstream and ethnic news outlets.
The deadline is 26th March.
Oregon Arts Commission Sustaining Arts Program - a grant programme offering operating support for nonprofit arts organisations in Oregon. Awards are based on annual operating expenses: Group A organisations (annual expenses < $150,000) are eligible for awards of $1000 - $3000. Group B organisations (annual expenses > $150,000) are eligible for awards of $5000 - $25,000. At the time of application, organisations must have a mission that describes the arts as the primary purpose of the organisation; engage in public arts programming and community engagement throughout the year; have a current IRS 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status; have an active registration with the State of Oregon for corporate, non-profit status; and (if applicable) have a current Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov. Organisations that operate without their own distinct nonprofit status (e.g. organisations housed within an institution of higher learning, a larger nonprofit, or a federally recognized Tribe) may apply for a waiver for this requirement. Organisations using a fiscal sponsor are not eligible to apply.
The deadline is 26th March, 5 pm PT.
People’s Climate Innovation Center and the Young Black Climate Leaders Youth Futures Fund - Funding for people who are aged 18 to 28 from the Black, African, Afro-Latinx, and or part of the Afro-Indigenous diaspora in the United States and territories existing projects, which are completed in a community or group setting and align with a community-driven approach that centres on the needs, impact, and solutions to and within the community; that are already in motion that need additional support. It may cover training, classes, workshops, certifications, education costs, the purchase of tools and equipment, etc. The funding levels are: Soil ($2000); Seed ($6000); Water ($8000); Grow ($10,000). There is an in-person gathering for 3-4 days during the week of July — travel expenses will be covered.
The deadline is 28th March.
LA Radio Club Reporter In Residence (Spring) - LA Radio Club is looking to work with Southern California based reporters to make short-form 3-5 minute audio documentaries with a hyperlocal focus. Participants receive a $250 stipend (as a "licensing fee,” reporters will retain rights to their work); receive editorial support; have their story air on the LARC Presents podcast and KCHUNG radio station; meet with LARC's partner outlets to pitch the story for distribution on their platforms; and are profiled in LA Radio Club’s newsletter and social media channels. Applicants must be 18+.
The deadline is 28th March, 6 pm PT.
City Bureau Civic Reporting Fellowship (Spring) - a paid 16-week opportunity for emerging journalists living in and around Chicago aspiring to improve their skills in reporting, community engagement and leadership. Fellows commit up to 15 hours of work per week for 16 weeks and are paid a $6000 stipend. They must attend mandatory weekly workshops, producing and publishing information on sociopolitical issues facing Chicago’s communities of colour. No professional experience is required, but fellows have typically demonstrated an interest in journalism and civic issues. Journalists specialising in any medium, looking to significantly bolster their skills may apply.
The deadline is 30th March.
The 19th News Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Fellowship - a yearlong fellowship at The 19th for graduating seniors, recent graduates, early-career or mid-career alumni of Historically Black College or Universities to work in reporting, audience engagement and product management roles with full-time salaries and benefits. Fellows are embedded in their respective teams and receive mentorship and professional development, as well as career coaching. Benefits include: a $1000 professional development stipend; a $480 work-from-home stipend; a $480 wellness stipend; $100/month for coworking space membership; a Mac laptop, which fellows keep after the fellowship; access to the fellowship’s hardship fund (up to $5000 per fellow); membership to the National Association of Black Journalists and attendance to their annual convention and career fair; and $1500 merit bonus midway through the fellowship. All applicants must be legally authorised to work in the United States and have some relevant experience in their chosen fellowship track; a genuine interest in growing their career in journalism; and alignment with The 19th’s values and community guidelines.
The deadline is 31st March, 5 pm CT.
Pulitzer Center StoryReach Midwest Fellowships - a 12-month, part-time fellowship for freelance and staff reporters hosted by local or regional news outlets in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. They provide up to $30,000, access to data, research support and training with a group of peers. Fellows will be expected to attend monthly online meetings and share methods/lessons learned.
The deadline is 31st March, 11:59 pm.
Virginia Humanities Public Humanities Fellowships - a $15,000 stipend to support a 4-month project on innovative humanities topics that are relevant to communities within Virginia, conducted by people residing in Virginia or affiliated with a Virginia college or university. Fellows get access to both the University of Virginia’s library system and the archives available at the Library of Virginia. They may also have the opportunity to participate in programmes such as their With Good Reason radio show and podcast, Virginia Festival of the Book’s Shelf Life, and the Library of Virginia’s Uncommon Wealth blog. Preference will be given to projects that engage the public in meaningful and creative ways and explore issues around public humanities topics related to subjects such as history, literature, religion, community stories and to applicants with experience engaging large, diverse, public audiences. Fellows must be 18+.
The deadline is 31st March.
Solutions Journalism Network Student Media Challenge - an initiative that will bring together eight U.S. based journalism schools and student publications into a year-long cohort to produce solutions journalism on student mental health. Participating journalism schools and student publications will receive a $7500 grant to pursue their reporting, along with training and support. Applicants must show a commitment to rigorous reporting that recognizes the social conditions, systems and factors that impact youth mental health, such as education, economics, race and environment, and demonstrated service to historically marginalised communities or news outlets led by and serving people of color and other diverse groups.
The deadline is 31st March.
NLGJA Excellence In Journalism Awards - a recognition of excellence in journalism on issues related to the LGBTQ+ community, held by The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists (NLGJA). They are open to anyone, including non-members and journalists who do not identify as LGBTQ+. There are several categories, including Print/Online, Broadcast, Digital and Editorial, among others. Entry fees for members are $25 early bird and $50 regular; and for nonmembers $75 early bird and $100 regular. There is no entry fee for student members entering the student journalism category and a reduced rate of $15 for non-member students.
The regular deadline is 1st April.
This American Life Fellowship (Fall) - a 6-month production fellowship based in This American Life’s New York City office. Their fellows earn about $6250 a month, before taxes, and benefits include health insurance and relocation reimbursement. The internship starts in July 2025. Applicants have to be authorised to work in the U.S.
The deadline is 1st April.
PMJA Editor of the Year - an award recognising the very best in story editing and newsroom leadership within U.S. public media. The awards are open for nomination. Nominees must have held their current public media position for the past 12 months as of 31st March.
The deadline is 1st April, 11:59 pm ET.
Columbia Journalism School Radio Race - a free-to-enter 48-hour audio storytelling competition for New York City based makers. On Friday 4th April the parameters will be announced. Producers, working independently or in teams, will have until Sunday 6th April at midnight to complete the piece.
The deadline is unspecified, presumably 3rd April.
Replenish Residencies - 1- to 2-week restorative visioning retreats for local BIPOC artists and culture bearers in the Greater New Orleans area and South Louisiana Parishes. Residents receive: a $2000 stipend; a $300 professional development budget to have a documentation session with a photographer, attend a workshop, or go on a field trip such as boat rides or eco/history tours. Selected residents receive full room and board including studio space. Residencies will be scheduled between August 2025 and June 2026 depending on availability.
The deadline is 7th April.
Vermont Arts Council Creative Grant - a grant of up to $5000 to individual artists or groups who are residents of Vermont. Funds must be used only for the creation of new work, including the artist’s time (and other artists’ time, if applicable), the cost of materials, equipment, studio space, travel, etc.
The deadline is 8th April, 1 pm ET.
USC National Fellowship - a fellowship for U.S. based professional journalists providing reporting grants of $2000 - $10,000, five days of informative and stimulating discussions, and five months of professional mentorship, including skills-building workshops. The fellowship offers a chance to step away from breaking news to take a deep look together at pervasive social and economic inequities in the United States, and the lasting health effects of systemic racism and exclusion on families and communities. Preference is given to applicants who have a minimum of three years of professional journalism experience and reporters pursuing collaborative projects between mainstream and ethnic news outlets. Fellows also are eligible to apply for five months of professional mentorship in engaged journalism and $1000 - $2000 to support those creative efforts.
The deadline is 9th April.
Center for Health Journalism National Fellowship - a fellowship for U.S. based journalists which helps reporters and their newsrooms report deeply and authoritatively on the health, welfare and well-being of children, families and communities. Applicants must have a minimum of three years of professional experience. This involves an initial week of intensive learning in Los Angeles followed by five months of professional mentorship, including online skills-building workshops. They offer between $2000 - $10,000 to support a proposed project. Fellows also are eligible to apply for five months of professional mentorship in engaged journalism and $1000 - $2000 to support those creative efforts. Applicants can be freelance or full time, as long as they earn the majority of their income from journalism and have a confirmed assignment for their proposed projects. They allow for “multimedia elements” including audio.
The deadline is 9th April.
NAHJ Ñ Awards - a recognition of outstanding investigative journalism focusing on Latino issues and demonstrating innovation, impact, and excellence in storytelling, held by The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) and the University of Florida. Entries can be multimedia journalism, which includes, but is not limited to, video, audio, photos, interactive graphics, and other digital elements. The total length of all entry materials must be 10 minutes or less. Entrants may submit to either the small/medium newsroom or the large newsroom categories, but not both. There is a cash prize of up to $5000 for one winner from each category. Only current NAHJ members are eligible. Entries are accepted in both English and Spanish. They also have student categories for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. The entry fee is $60 for professional categories and $25 for student categories.
The deadline is 11th April, 11:59 pm ET.
John B. Oakes Award for Distinguished Environmental Journalism - an award for outstanding environmental reporting across platforms. The winner will receive $5000 and will be recognised at a ceremony at Columbia Journalism School. All formats including text, audio and video reporting are eligible. The entry fee for each submission is $75. A translation must be supplied for non-English entries.
The deadline is 22nd April.
FIJ Funds - The Fund for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) offers grants of up to $10,000 three/four times a year for investigative journalism. All journalists can apply, but most are freelancers. International reporters are accepted but there must be a “strong U.S. angle involving American citizens, government, or business” and all stories must be published in English in a U.S.based media outlet. In rare cases, they provide expedited review for proposals that you can prove are extremely urgent. Pitches for radio stories and podcasts are welcome.
The next deadline is 28th April.
SPJ Foundation Freelance Fund - mini-grants supporting SPJ members seeking to engage in professional activities that advance their careers as independent journalists with grants up to $500 for skills training and workshop registration or tuition fees; travel assistance to attend training, workshops and conferences; and entry fees for contests and prize competitions to showcase work produced on a freelance basis. Financial need will be considered, but financial hardship is not necessary to receive a grant. Preference will be given to applicants who are active members of the SPJ Freelance Community.
The deadline is 30th April.
Dinah Eng Leadership Fellowship - grants of up to $1000 for mid-career Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) members pursuing the strategies and skills needed to enter news management and advance within its ranks. The fellowship money can be used for registration fees, tuition and expenses such as transportation, meals and hotel stays. Entrants must: be a current, dues-paying AAJA member (membership costs $65); demonstrate leadership potential or currently hold a management position; have five years or more of professional experience; and have a serious interest in pursuing journalism as a career.
The next deadline is 30th April.
Ohio Arts Council Artist Opportunities - a grant for emerging and professional artists in Ohio. Grants are awarded to individual artists at both the emerging artist level ($500) and professional artist level (up to $2500) with no cash match required. Applicants must: have maintained legal residency for at least one year; and exhibited, performed, or published work as an artist within the past three years; and be over the age of 18. This grant is open to artists of all disciplines, at any stage of their career, and includes all types of artistic practice.
The next deadline is 1st May.
Women’s Audio Mission Internship Program (San Francisco) - a 13-week paid internship allowing women (transgender or cisgender) and non-binary/gender-expansive individuals in California’s Bay Area to learn audio engineering skills. Applicants will gain skills, build confidence and develop industry connections to prepare for a job in the audio industry; as well as receive hands-on studio training and learn how to share audio skills and knowledge to further support the organisation’s mission. The programme includes a commitment of a total of 16 hours per week, with both in-person and virtual components. The programme is recommended for those 21 years and older. Applicants receive a $2500 stipend once they have completed the programme.
The next deadline is 5th May.
Lucy Phillips Arts Fund - funding for specific projects which will develop or celebrate a U.K. based artist’s creative practice and benefit the residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. The current fund objectives are to: support artist collaborations, develop the leadership skills of artists and arts/cultural organisations, help creativity flourish in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Most grants will be around £500 (VAT inclusive). In exceptional situations, they might fund projects or activities for as much as £1000. They fund both individuals and organisations, but applicants must be over the age of 18. NOTE: they will not support projects if they have not had any contact with the applicants before receiving their applications; they expect applicants to email them and make an initial enquiry.
The deadline is 20th March.
The Script’s The Thing - a callout for scripts for theatre, TV, film, radio, and all performance for The Script’s The Thing festival, which takes place in May. The Festival provides opportunity for writers to present work at any stage of development, from initial ideas through to first draft. The Festival is completely free and anyone can attend whether they submit work or not. They allow one script submission per person. NOTE: I assume that scripts must be in English, and they do not specify whether it’s international.
The deadline is 21st March.
The Guardian’s Scott Trust Bursary - funding for postgraduate courses in journalism for U.K. based people who are facing financial difficulty in attaining the qualifications needed to pursue a career in journalism and who come from backgrounds that are underrepresented in the media. In particular those from a lower socioeconomic background, Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ identities and people with disabilities. They offer: tuition fees for an M.A. in journalism from a select university, at least £6741 for living expenses, paid (unspecified) work placements at The Guardian during the programme, mentorship and a potential opportunity for a 9-month fixed-term contract at The Guardian starting after graduation. Applicants must have permanent right of residence in the U.K. An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification is required.
The deadline is 24th March.
String and Tins No Fixed Mix - a free programme of four evening workshops in London on sound engineering for self-identifying women and non-binary people. Plus, they offer an immersive audio tour at Dolby. Their aim is to improve the gender balance in technical sound roles. Successful applicants also get a free 12-month subscription licence to Pro Tools Studio, NUGEN’s Focus Bundle, iZotope Music Production Suite 6, and one year subscription for Krotos Studio so that they can continue to develop their audio post-production skills. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The workshops will take place from April to June.
The deadline is 24th March.
The Guardian and Observer’s BAME Podcasting and Audio Storytelling Scheme - a 2-week positive action scheme for U.K. based Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) people interested in podcasting and audio storytelling. Participants will spend two weeks in The Guardian’s audio department during June or July, on podcasts such as Today in Focus, Politics Weekly, Science Weekly, and Football Weekly. Working alongside producers, editors and hosts, their tasks will include fact-checking stories and scripts, and assisting with research tasks and interview booking. There will also be a chance to pitch story ideas and sit in on recordings and edit sessions. Participants will have an experienced journalist as a mentor to offer careers advice. The placements are unpaid. For applicants who have no access to accommodation in London, there are a small number of grants. Applicants must be over the age of 18.
The deadline is 30th March, midnight GMT.
Transmission Roundhouse Trainee Podcast Producer - a yearlong entry-level role as a podcast producer with Transmission Roundhouse (TR), which is the podcasting arm of The Roundhouse, an iconic venue and charity for young creatives. Applicants must be 18-25. The successful applicant will learn valuable audio production skills, will get the chance to produce their own series and will help with TR’s podcast slate. The salary is £27,352 per annum and it is a full-time 12-month contract.
The deadline is 31stMarch.
The Orwell Prize on Reporting Homelessness - a free-to-enter competition for evidence-led reporting and/or commentary on homelessness in all its forms. Entries must be able to demonstrate a link to the U.K. or Ireland, or work first created or published between 1st April 2024 and 31st March 2025. They offer a £3000 cash prize. Entries can be in any medium other than books — podcasts are accepted. Submissions do not need to be published; applicants that are submitting new work that has not been published elsewhere can opt in to receive personal feedback on their entry when the results are announced.
The deadline is 31st March.
Lyra McKee Bursary Scheme - a free 5-month training and mentoring scheme for people in the U.K. and Ireland who are from underrepresented backgrounds and who aspire to become journalists or who are at the very early stages of their journalism career. They welcome applications from people from poorer backgrounds, people of colour, people with disabilities, carers, members of the LGBTQ+ community, Travellers and anyone who cannot afford to pay for the Centre for Investigative Journalism Summer training. Depending on needs, they may also pay for travel and accommodation in London to attend the Summer Centre for Investigative Journalism Conference. Applicants must be 18+.
The deadline is 31st March, 11:59 pm BST.
The Orwell Prize for Journalism - a free-to-enter competition for sustained reportage and/or commentary in any medium. They’re looking for work which strives to meet George Orwell’s ambition “to make political writing into an art.” Applicants must submit a minimum of three items published by recognised publishers, news organisations or broadcasters. Entries must be able to demonstrate a link to the U.K. or Ireland. They offer a £3000 cash prize.
The deadline is 31st March.
The Deutsche Bank Awards for Creative Entrepreneurs - a programme which aims to enable and celebrate U.K. based entrepreneurs to make a positive social impact through their creative ventures. They offer five winners up to £20,000, a 3-day business and leadership development training course and 12 months tailored business support. Projects can be a not-for-profit, commercial idea or enterprise. Applicants that get through to the second stage of the competition will be asked to conduct a live pitch in June. Selected winners must commit to dedicating a minimum of 20-hours a week to the business in the 12-months after receiving the award, and to engaging with the Incubator programme, including wider group sessions, events, and training. Ideas can take place abroad, but applicants must reside in the United Kingdom.
The deadline is 31st March.
Charles Parker Prize - a free-to-enter award for student audio storytelling in the U.K. from accredited media training courses. Ten pieces are shortlisted and the top five are awarded a slot on BBC Radio 4 as part of the New Creatives programming. The shortlisted makers receive mentorship to adapt the programme for the radio and a small fee (unspecified) for the adaptation. The work must have been produced between 13th February 2024 and 10th February 2025 and be between 10 and 15 minutes in duration. Entries must not have been previously broadcast on a national broadcasting network. The Prize is not open to paid employees of audio production companies or radio stations.
The deadline is 31st March, 11:59 pm GMT.
Kent Press & Broadcast Awards - a free-to-enter competition celebrating and rewarding Kent’s local media across print, online, radio or TV. Many of their categories include radio and podcasts.
The deadline is 4th April, 5 pm BST.
Mary Mulvihill Award - an award open to undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in a higher education institution anywhere on the island of Ireland at the time of submission. In addition to the overall award of €2000, the judges may, at their discretion, make an additional award of €500 for a highly commended entry. The theme of this year’s competition is “Life” which may be addressed in scientific, environmental, imaginative or other terms. Joint entries or individual submissions are eligible.
The deadline is 6th April.
Koestler Awards - a free-to-enter competition celebrating art made by people incarcerated in U.K. prisons. They also run an arts mentoring scheme for entrants who want to develop their work further. They accept audio entries in several categories, including Radio Play, Spoken Word, Performance, Radio and Podcast Production and Music Composition. Prize money ranges in increments from £25 - £100.
The deadline is 11th April.
In The Making Programme - a 12-month artist development programme for 50 young people in the U.K. aged 14 to 18 who are interested in working in music and sound. They offer a week-long residency, online skills sessions, creative composing tasks and networking opportunities. The course costs £500 but they have a bursary scheme.
The deadline is 13th April, 11:59 pm BST.
The John Alexander Project Above the Fray Fellowship - a 6-month fellowship intended for early career U.S. based audio journalists looking to cover underreported international stories. Each applicant can pitch one story for consideration on NPR. Candidates must have at least five but no more than seven years of experience. The fellowship will cover all production and living expenses.
The deadline is 18th April, 11:59 pm ET.
The Alfred Bradley Bursary Award - an opportunity for writers 18 and older based in the North of England (North East, North West, Yorkshire and Humber) who are new to writing for audio. The winner is awarded a £5000 bursary as well as the chance of a Radio 4 Drama commission.
The deadline is 21st April, noon GMT.
The Journalism Diversity Fund (JDF) - The National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) is the most recognised training scheme for journalists in the U.K. The organisation offers bursaries to people from diverse backgrounds who need help funding their NCTJ training. You can only apply once you have applied for an NCTJ-accredited course. They have four application rounds a year.
The next deadline is 30th April, 5 pm BST.
Oorzaken Korte Golf (Short Wave) - a Dutch-language competition for short audio pieces under three minutes. They can be fiction, documentary or something in between. This year the pieces must include a transport sound from the Sound and Vision archive as a twist in the story, include “new beginnings,” and the title must contain a number above 100. The top five winners are broadcast on podcasts from the Dutch public broadcasters NTR and VRT. The main jury and public winners will receive money for equipment (unspecified).
The deadline is 27th March, 9 am CET.
Journalismfund Europe Grant Programmes - funding which enables journalists and media to independently produce relevant cross-border investigative stories of public interest with a European mindset from international, national, and regional perspectives. It is open to E.U. member states and participating countries in the Creative Europe Programme (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine, Armenia, and Tunisia). Unless otherwise specified, the results of the journalistic investigations can be published in any language, but applications must be in English. They have several grants which have multiple deadlines a year:
European Local Cross-border Grants - a grant, mentoring and scholarships programme for teams of local investigative journalists and/or local media outlets from at least two different European countries to address the shortage of local independent journalism by administering grants to local investigative journalistic projects in Europe and stimulating cross-border collaboration. The budget is open; in practice, grants could vary from around €2000 for smaller investigations to €10,000 or higher for large investigations that involve newsrooms in many countries, require a lot of research and expenses, data access, legal screening, etc., and yield a large series of publications. Successful applicants can request a mentor if needed. Applicants can be professional freelance or staff journalists, but they request two letters of intent for publication from professional news outlets in two different countries and independent from the applicant’s own platform. They accept investigative journalism published by professional local media in any form, whether print, online, broadcast or cross-media; radio documentaries and podcasts are allowed. The result of the journalistic investigation can be published by a professional media outlet in any language but the application must be in English.
The next deadline is 27th March, 1 pm CET.
European Cross-Border Grants - funds for a cross-border team of at least two journalists to complete an investigative project. Most cross-border grants vary from €2000 - €14,000 per project, but there is no limit to apply for. Applicants must have at least two letters of intent from professional news outlets who are willing to publish the result of their investigation. Although the majority of projects are print, they have supported podcast work before. The grant happens four times a year. Teams can also apply for a mentor to provide assistance.
The deadline is 27th March, 1 pm CET.
Earth Journalism Network: Story Grants to Report on Progress Toward the 30x30 Marine Conservation Target - up to 16 grants with an average budget of $1500 each.
grants from the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) for newsrooms and media organisations in coastal countries to produce in-depth and enterprise reporting projects, initiatives to train journalists and other activities designed to increase media coverage on 30x30 marine conservation targets. Coastal countries in this case means only a marine border, not a freshwater coast. The EJN definition of media for this opportunity includes newspapers, online media, radio, television, multimedia platforms, journalist networks, collectives and other groups that produce and distribute news and information. Applicants are permitted and encouraged to raise co-financing for the proposed activities, but it is not required. Applications must be in English.
The deadline is 1st April, 11:59 pm PT.
Journalismfund Europe Grant Programmes - funding which enables journalists and media to independently produce relevant cross-border investigative stories of public interest with a European mindset from international, national, and regional perspectives. It is open to E.U. member states and participating countries in the Creative Europe Programme (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine, Armenia, and Tunisia). Unless otherwise specified, the results of the journalistic investigations can be published in any language, but applications must be in English. Unless otherwise specified, there is typically no limit to the amount applicants can request as long as the budget seems reasonable for the project. They have several grants which have multiple deadlines a year:
Fossil Fuel Grant Programme - grants for cross-border teams of professional journalists or newsrooms to investigate and document unreported and unregulated wrongdoing by European fossil fuel companies and their proxies within and beyond the European continent. The resulting stories must be published in at least two outlets in two different countries, at least one must be a European media. The grants can also offer support to preliminary work in the development of new investigative projects. Teams can also apply for an experienced mentor to provide assistance with the focus of the investigation or a specific skill or competency.
The next deadline is 3rd April, 1 pm CEST.
Microgrants for Small Newsrooms - a grant and mentoring programme which aims to empower 50 local independent media outlets to foster resilience and viability through introducing media personnel to a design-learning approach focused on audience research, prototyping, and testing new products and services. Small- and medium-sized, local, and independent media outlets can apply. They provide each newsroom with up to €5000 and personalised mentorship.
The next deadline is 3rd April, 1 pm CET.
Environmental Investigative Journalism - a programme for cross-border teams of at least two professional journalists to conduct a journalistic investigation about an issue that concerns the environment and relates to Europe. To qualify applicants must be legally residing in at least two different countries. The result of the investigation must be published by at least two professional news outlets in at least two different countries, one of which must be in Europe. Production costs are eligible up to €1000. The grant can cover working time and expenses such as logistics, travel, insurance, access to legal support, translations, access to technology and data sets, etc. Teams can also apply for an experienced mentor to provide assistance.
The next deadline is 3rd April, 1 pm CEST.
The Pascal Decroos Fund - a grant programme for Dutch nationals to promote in-depth journalism in the Dutch-language media in Belgium. They are seeking original and innovative proposed projects which are relevant to Flanders and cannot be realised through regular journalistic channels. They have three types of grants: Investigative Journalism, In-depth Journalism and Preliminary Research. All journalistic media are accepted, including radio and podcasts. Both early-career and experienced journalists can apply, but those with more than two years of experience must provide a letter of intent for publication from at least one professional news outlet.
The next deadline is 15th May, 1 pm CET.
FPD Low Countries Grant - funds for investigative journalists from Belgium and The Netherlands who want to collaborate for a cross-border local investigation. The proposed project must be published in at least one Dutch-language medium in Belgium and in one medium in the Netherlands. Applicants must have a letter of intent for publication from at least two professional news outlets. They accept any journalistic media, including radio documentaries and podcasts.
The next deadline is 15th May, 1 pm CET.
FPD Science Grant - funds for in-depth Dutch-language investigative science journalism in Belgium. They are seeking original and innovative proposed projects that cannot be realised through regular journalistic channels. The results of the research must be published in a Belgian media outlet. There is no limit to the budget you can suggest.
The next deadline is 15th May, 1 pm CET.
International Journalism Programmes - 6- to 8-week exchange programmes which enable German and international journalists to travel to each other’s countries and report within host organisations. Each delegate will receive a stipend which is intended to cover most of their travel expenses, meals and accommodation, and varies depending on the programme. Age ranges may apply. All candidates must have a strong command of English. Radio journalists are welcome to apply, and applicants can be staff or freelance, unless otherwise specified.
International Journalism Programme (IJP) initiatives with upcoming deadlines are:
Turkey - for journalists from Turkey or Germany, taking place between October and November. The delegates receive a €4000 stipend.
The deadline is 31st March.
Eastern Europe - for journalists aged 20 to 35 from Eastern Europe or Germany, taking place between September and October. The delegates receive a €4000 stipend. For security reasons, the IJP cannot send German journalists to Russia, Ukraine, or Belarus, although it continues to invite fellows from those countries to Germany. The Eastern European countries that fellows can visit include Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova, and potentially Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan as well as Russian-speaking editorial offices in the Baltic states. Good knowledge of German or English is required for Eastern European applicants.
The deadline is 30th April.
Carleton Certificate in Journalism in Indigenous Communities - a free 10-month, hybrid learning experience at Carleton University for Indigenous peoples from: Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation and Mohawk Nation of Akwesasne. It is primarily aimed at people based in Ontario but they will consider others. It involves a 2-week internship at a news organisation and three in-person intensives, for which food and accommodation costs are covered. Graduates will receive a CAD $3000 award to help them in the next steps of their journalism journey. Applicants must have completed an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including a minimum of six 4U or M courses. Those credits must include a 4U course in English (or anglais) with a grade of 60 percent or higher. The course takes place from September to May.
The deadline is unspecified.
The Norman Webster Scholarship Program - two grants of up to CAD $125,000 (one for English-language media and one for French-language media) will be awarded every two years to local, independent Canadian newsrooms that serve small and medium-sized communitie to produce a unique story or series of stories, support emerging journalists, or even partner with a national media outlet to increase the impact of their work. The project must be investigative in nature, have a strong focus on public service journalism and aim to make a significant difference in the community. The application must include hiring at least one early-career journalist (with 2 to 6 years of experience) to lead or participate in an investigation, cover a new story, or perform day-to-day newsroom duties to allow an in-house journalist to cover the proposed story.
The deadline is 21st March.
CBC New Indigenous Voices - 14-week, full-time training programme for up to 10 First Nations, Inuit or Métis creators to learn the essential elements of working in the film, TV and digital media industries. It takes place in person in Winnipeg. The programme provides a fully immersive experience: industry leaders train students in all aspects of creative media arts through workshops, practical experience, pitching, production and internships. The curriculum is designed with traditional and spiritual elements in mind. Participants are paid Manitoba’s minimum wage for the duration of the programme. Participants from outside Manitoba or more than 30 kilometres from Winnipeg are eligible for travel and accommodation support. Applicants must be over the age of 18 and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada.
The deadline is 27th March, 12 pm CT.
The William Southam Journalism Fellowship - a 1-year opportunity of education, reflection, and peer development at the University of Toronto for mid-career Canadian journalists. Applicants must be full-time news or editorial employees with Canadian newspapers, news services, radio, television, or magazines, with at least five years’ experience. Freelance journalists working consistently in the media over a five-year period are also eligible. There are no educational prerequisites. They provide: a stipend of CAD $4900 per month for the 8-month university year, all university fees; travel expenses to and from Toronto for the Fellow and their family; and travel expenses for organised trips during the programme. Successful applicants are expected to refrain from all professional work during the residency period.
The deadline is 31st March.
Canada Council for the Arts Research and Creation - A grant of up to CAD $25,000 for Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organisations to develop and make creative works. Grants provide support for creative research, creation and project development.
The deadline is 23rd April.
Canada Council for the Arts Concept to Realization - Project grants - a grant supporting the full creative cycle — from the initial idea through to presentation, at any stage of the creative continuum. Open to Canadian artists, artistic groups and arts organisations can apply to create projects intended for presentation. Grants provide support for artistic research, creation, project development, remounts, production, post-production and presentation. Awards are for CAD $60,000 (exceptionally up to $100,000).
The deadline is 23rd April.
Canada Council for the Arts Professional Development for Artists - CAD $10,000 grants supporting the professional advancement of Canadian artists, curators, and artistic groups working in all artistic disciplines. Professional development and career advancement activities include (but are not limited to): mentorships, internships, apprenticeships, specialised training and workshops.
The deadline is 9th April.
Calgary Arts Grant Investment Programs - one-time project funding to individual artists and artist collectives in Calgary/Mohkinsstsis working in any artistic discipline who pursue a professional practice. Projects can include research, creation, development, production, presentation or dissemination of artistic work, or the experimentation or development of new or adapted approaches to practice. Individual artists may apply for up to CAD $20,000 and artist collectives may apply for up to $25,000. They will also accept applications from Treaty 7 nation members living within Treaty 7 (Southern Alberta) if they can demonstrate a clear connection to Calgary/Mohkinsstsis communities.
The deadline is 14th May, 4:30 pm MT.
CBC Talent Community for Indigenous Peoples - an opportunity for people who identify as First Nations (Status and Non-Status), Inuit, and Métis who are interested in working at CBC/Radio-Canada. Their employment opportunities cover a wide range of fields, including: journalism, communications, technology, engineering, maintenance, administration, systems and IT, marketing, legal, human resources and more.
The deadline is rolling until the 1st December 2025. You can find other opportunities with rolling deadlines here.
Minority Africa Call for Pitches - a call out for multimedia stories, including audio pieces, from journalists in Africa covering minorities. Minority Africa is a digital publication using data-driven multimedia journalism to tell minority stories from across Africa. They cover stories on women and sexual, gender, ethnic, and religious minorities; people with disabilities; migrants, asylum seekers, refugees, and other groups who don’t fit in these broad categories through a solutions journalism lens. The pay is unspecified.
The deadline is rolling.
Media Foundation for West Africa Story Production Grants - $300 production grants for journalists in Benin, Ghana, Nigeria and Togo to produce in-depth and impactful stories that elevate public awareness, stimulate debates, foster inclusivity, and encourage participation and uptake of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Digital Public Goods and Services. Applicants must have: a story idea; a track record of producing impactful stories; a letter of support from a media house confirming their agreement to publish the stories that will be produced from the story grant. Stories can be in the form of print (newspapers and online) and/or broadcast (radio or television). Documentaries are encouraged.
The next deadline is 20th March.
BBC News Komla Dumor Award - a 3-month training and development opportunity for a journalist living and working in Africa to work at the BBC in London. They are looking for an applicant with strong journalism skills, on-air flair, and an exceptional talent in telling African stories with the ambition and potential to become a future star. The BBC will cover: flights to and from the United Kingdom; visa expenses; London accommodation during the placement; and “a basic journalist salary” (unspecified). Successful applicants will be supported by a high-level BBC mentor and attend courses run by the BBC’s training department, the BBC Academy. The placement begins in early September.
The deadline is 20th March, 11:59 pm GMT.
Solutions-Focused Rural Economy Reporting for Community Journalists - an online training programme beginning for women and early-career journalists in Africa working in community newsrooms or small newsrooms in urban news deserts. The programme offers solutions journalism training, advanced skills in uncovering underreported economic stories, using data analysis tools, and crafting impact-driven narratives in audio and digital formats. Applicants must commit to sending a pitch in the last week of the training and providing links to their published stories upon completion of this course.
The deadline is 26th March.
Kwame Karikari Fact-checking and OSINT Fellowship - a 3-month intensive programme to equip journalists in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia and The Gambia with fact-checking skills, hands-on practice with open-source intelligence tools, and mentorship.
The deadline is 30th March.
Sanlam Financial Journalism Awards - a recognition of the best in African financial journalism, across print, online, radio, podcasts and TV media, for journalists residing in Africa, employed by an African news organisation, and publishing or broadcasting their work on the continent. The awards carry a total cash prize of almost R1,000,000. Entries must have been broadcast in 2024. Entries can be in the language that a media house reports its news — organisers of the competition will arrange translations for non-English entries.
The deadline is 31st March.
Sikuvile Awards - a competition celebrating excellence in South African journalism. Categories are open to individuals, teams, freelancers and institutions, including broadcasters. Winners will be awarded R15,000. Entries cost R100.
The deadline is 31st March.
Yousef Jameel GAPP Public Leadership Program - a development opportunity for young Egyptian nationals in the areas of public policy and public administration, preparing them for leadership roles in Egypt. A selected number of exceptional candidates receive a complete fellowship to pursue a master's degree in one of the eight programs at The American University in Cairo, which includes a Journalism and Mass Communication M.A. Applicants must have: a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in social sciences, engineering or science; a minimum grade point average of 3.2 or a rating of gayed geddan; international TOEFL or IELTS exam scores; and between two and twelve years of relevant professional work. They cover: tuition fees; a monthly stipend (unspecified); student services and activities fees; medical service and health insurance fees; remedial English courses; a book allowance; accommodation for non-residents of Cairo; bus transportation fees and a study abroad opportunity for one semester.
The deadline is 1st April.
The Sean Dorney Grant for Pacific Journalism - two $10,000 grants for Australian journalists to produce significant content in any medium profiling issues in the Pacific region. The judges are looking for original journalism with public interest value and impact, which gives voice to Pacific island perspectives on an underreported issue or development of importance to Australia and the region. Applicants will be offered access to a mentor to support their project development. The grant is open to journalists from all sectors, backgrounds and experience levels, and to both freelancers and reporters employed by media organisations. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have working rights in Australia.
The deadline is 14th April.
Richard Llewellyn Deaf and Disability Grants - funding for Deaf and disabled artists in South Australia. The relevant grants on offer are:
Professional Development - funding for professional development opportunities for individual artists and arts workers who are deaf or disabled to undertake skills development and training that is relevant to their arts practice or professional practice as an arts or cultural worker. They offer first-step grants to support first-time applicants in the early stages of their professional arts practice (up to $3000) and individual grants for professional practising deaf and disabled artists and arts workers (up to $10,000). Eligible expenses include: mentoring, short courses, work placement/secondment, attendance at conferences, arts residencies and attachment to festivals or arts organisations, internships.
Projects -Individual up to $10,000 for the development and presentation of projects across all art forms by professional practising artists who are deaf or identify as a person with disability. Eligible expenses include: administration; creative fees; technical, personnel and production costs; travel, living allowance; marketing costs; materials; hire of studio, venue and equipment; freight; curatorial cost, catalogue essay writer’s fees, catalogue design and printing costs; photography and documentation; exhibition costs; small scale, independent film projects; and auspicing fees.
The deadline is 12th May, 5 pm ACT.
The Walkley Awards Mid-Year Celebration of Journalism - a series of awards celebrating great Australian journalism. They have The Young Journalist of the Year for journalists aged 28 and younger, employed full-time or freelance, Coverage of Science and the Environment, Freelance Journalist of the Year, Women's Leadership in Media, Arts Journalism and Arts Criticism Prize, Our Watch Award for Excellence in Reporting on Violence Against Women, The Media Diversity Australia Award. The winner of the Arts Journalism and Arts Criticism Prize will receive AU$5000 in prize money. Applications are free for members of the Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance (MEAA) or AU$50 for non-members.
The deadline is 14th April.
National Arts Council Singapore Grant - grants for the creation of new works by Singaporean artists or the adaptation of old works across artistic mediums. The grant is capped at $50,000 per applicant. Projects can last up to 18 months. For the 2025 cycle, projects with strong use of digital technology are prioritised.
The deadline is 15th May.
International Trade Training for Asia-based Journalists - a 4-day expenses-paid fellowship in Singapore on global trade issues, allowing Asia-based journalists to enhance skills, increase knowledge and recharge their reporting on one of today’s most critical beats. They cover a wide variety of aspects of sustainable global trade, including China’s influence on the region and the world, sustainable investment, what the U.S. presidential election will mean for trade, economic data analyses, environmental and social impact, supply chain issues and emerging trends. The foundation will cover airfare, hotel costs and most meals. Journalists may be working in print, television, radio or digital media. The fellowship takes place from 22 - 25th June.
The deadline is 6th April.
Earth Journalism Network Fellowship: Supporting Coverage of Non-Economic Loss and Damage on the Bay of Bengal Coast - up to INR 90,000 and 1:1 editorial mentorship for journalists from coastal Bangladesh and the Indian states on the Bay of Bengal coast (West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu) to produce in-depth reports on climate impacts in the Bay of Bengal. Women, Indigenous communicators and communicators from marginalised communities are especially encouraged to apply. They accept applications from freelance reporters and staff from international, national, local or community-based print or online outlets. Stories can be produced in any language, so long as there is an English translation. Applications can be submitted in English, Bangla, Odiya, Telugu or Tamil.
The deadline is 24th March, 11:59 pm Asia/Dhaka.
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