SPJ Foundation Grants
SPJ Foundation Grants fund innovative projects advancing press freedom, media literacy, and public trust in journalism, prioritizing advocacy, collaboration, and measurable impact.
Funder: Society of Professional Journalists
Due Dates: August 13, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 11:59 p.m. ET)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 total available for the 2026 cycle; typical awards range from $2,000–$25,000; one-year projects preferred.
Summary: Supports projects that advance press freedom, media literacy, and public trust in journalism, prioritizing advocacy, innovation, and measurable impact.
Key Information: Only U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations are eligible; indirect/overhead costs generally not funded.
Description
The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Foundation Grants program funds projects that strengthen journalism and protect the public’s right to know. The 2026 grant cycle prioritizes initiatives that advocate for journalists, defend press freedom, promote media literacy, and foster public trust in credible news. The Foundation seeks bold, practical, and innovative proposals with potential for regional or national impact, especially those that are collaborative and can be replicated elsewhere. Projects must align with SPJ’s mission and address current challenges facing the journalism field.
