“The Fund for Investigative Journalism provides grants and other support for reporters to produce high-quality, unbiased, nonpartisan investigative stories that have an impact.
“Freelance journalists, staff reporters and media outlets are eligible for grants, and their investigations can be for print, online or broadcast stories, books, documentaries or podcasts.
Types of grants:
- Regular grants: Proposals are reviewed three to four times a year for grants up to $10,000. The next deadline is January 26, 2026.
- Seed funding: Small grants, up to $2,500, are available for preliminary reporting that can lead to full investigations. These grants cover costs like open-records requests and initial reporting trips. The next deadline is January 29, 2026.
- Follow-up grants: Proposals are accepted for timely follow-up coverage to original investigations that were produced with grants from the Fund. Grantees can apply for expedited review for follow-up grants up to $2,500.
- Regular grants for those who have previously received Seed funding: Proposals are reviewed for individuals who received Seed funding from FIJ for grants up to $10,000 on a rolling basis. Applicants receive a decision within about two to four weeks.
- Diversity Fellowships are offered to increase diversity in the field of investigative journalism. Check the website for application information.