[Pulitzer Center](https://pulitzercenter.org)

Rolling

Typical awards range from $10,000–$20,000, but projects of any size are considered; no strict upper or lower limit.

Supports innovative, data-driven journalism projects that use advanced data analysis to highlight underreported issues.

Open to journalists and newsrooms worldwide; collaborative and diverse proposals are encouraged.

--- ## Description The Pulitzer Center's Data Journalism Grants program provides funding for innovative, data-driven journalism projects that shed light on underreported or overlooked issues. The program encourages the use of advanced data mining and analysis techniques—such as machine learning, natural language processing, spatial data analysis, satellite imagery, drones, and sensors—to produce original reporting that can influence public discourse and hold powerful entities accountable. Strong emphasis is placed on compelling storytelling, original data collection, robust visuals, and collaboration across newsrooms or geographies. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. - Proposals are reviewed as they are received, and applicants typically receive a response within a month. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no set budget range; projects of any scope and size will be considered. - Most past awards have ranged from $10,000 to $20,000, but grants can be higher or lower depending on project needs. - Grants cover hard costs associated with reporting (e.g., travel, software, satellite/GIS, hardware rentals, contractor fees). - Staff salaries, equipment purchases, general newsroom expenses, and academic-only projects are not covered. --- ## Eligibility - Open to journalists and newsrooms worldwide, including both freelancers and staff journalists. - Collaborative proposals (including cross-border or cross-newsroom teams) are encouraged. - Proposals from individuals and groups representing diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented and marginalized groups, are strongly encouraged. - Projects must focus on journalism (not solely academic research, advocacy, or marketing). --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online using the [Pulitzer Center grant application form](https://pulitzercenter.org/grant-application). - Required materials include: - Project description (max 250 words) and methodology for data collection and verification. - Preliminary budget with breakdown of costs. - Distribution/publication plan (including letters of interest or support from publishers/editors, if available). - Three examples of previous work (preferably data-driven journalism). - Three professional references (contact info or letters of recommendation). - Resume or CV. - Applications are accepted in English, Spanish, French, Bahasa Indonesia, or Portuguese. - Only one project per journalist, data design team, or newsroom may be submitted at a time. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals that require urgent review (due to timeliness or newsworthiness) should note this in the application. - The grant does not support books, feature-length films, staff salaries, equipment purchases, newsroom general expenses, start-up seed money, routine breaking news, or advocacy/marketing campaigns. - Data projects must be intended for journalistic publication and public engagement, not solely academic research. --- ## External Links - [Data Journalism Grants Program Page](https://pulitzercenter.org/grants-fellowships/opportunities-journalists/data-journalism-grants) - [Grant Application Portal](https://pulitzercenter.org/grant-application) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://pulitzercenter.org/applying-reporting-grant-frequently-asked-questions) - [Examples of Supported Projects](https://datajournalism.com/awards) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |--------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [contact@pulitzercenter.org](mailto:contact@pulitzercenter.org) | | Editorial/Grant Questions| [reacheditorial@pulitzercenter.org](mailto:reacheditorial@pulitzercenter.org) | | Phone | (202) 332-0982 | | Address | 2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW Suite #7000, Washington, DC 20006, USA | ---

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