Holly Whisenhunt Stephen Fellowships
Forecasted
Holly Whisenhunt Stephen Fellowships support television and radio journalists’ attendance at an IRE Data Journalism Bootcamp to expand access to training and help improve investigative journalism.
Funder: Investigative Reporters and Editors
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (August Bootcamp application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Assistance typically covers program registration and a one-year IRE membership or renewal
Summary: Supports television and radio journalists’ participation in an IRE Data Journalism Bootcamp rather than a separate reporting project.
Key Information: Eligibility for IRE fellowships and scholarships renews every three years.
Description
The Holly Whisenhunt Stephen Fellowships, administered by Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE), help television and radio journalists attend an IRE Data Journalism Bootcamp. The fellowship supports access to data journalism instruction, with training participation as its central activity rather than an independently funded reporting assignment or research project.
The fellowships are part of IRE’s broader fellowship and scholarship programs, supported by sponsors and donors. Through these programs, IRE typically provides assistance with registration and a year of membership or membership renewal. This training support aligns with IRE’s mission to improve investigative journalism through instruction, resources, and a community of support for journalists.
