The Bob and Millie Lynn Grant
Supports U.S. photojournalists creating ethical, narrative-driven documentary projects on urgent social issues through photography or video.
Funder: National Press Photographers Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026
Funding Amounts: Total grant: $4,000 (initial) + $1,000 (upon completion); single-year project support
Summary: Supports U.S.-based professional or student photojournalists pursuing documentary projects on urgent social issues through ethical visual storytelling.
Key Information: Applicants who have received more than $5,000 in other funding in the past three years are not eligible.
Description
This grant, administered by the National Press Photographers Foundation (NPPF), provides support for U.S.-based professional or student photojournalists working on significant documentary projects that address urgent social issues. The grant honors the legacy of Bob Lynn, a leader in visual journalism, and is designed to encourage ethical, narrative-driven journalism in both still photography and video. Recipients receive ongoing support from an NPPF coordinator, including monthly check-ins, and retain copyright ownership of their work. The grant aims to empower photojournalists committed to thoughtful, socially conscious storytelling that meets the highest standards of contemporary journalism.
