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

Rolling

No set minimum or maximum; grants cover reporting costs and are tailored to project scope.

Supports ambitious, multimedia journalism projects on underreported issues in Africa, with a focus on impact and community engagement.

Open to freelance and staff journalists, newsrooms, and collaborations worldwide; strong emphasis on local and diverse voices.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity from the Pulitzer Center is designed to support wide-reaching and impactful journalism on underreported issues affecting communities in Africa. Eligible topics include, but are not limited to, water and sanitation, land degradation, coastal erosion, education, maternal health, and climate resilience. The program encourages creative, multimedia storytelling—across print, photography, audio, and video—and values data-driven, investigative, and accountability journalism that addresses systemic challenges and holds powerful actors to account. Projects that include educational materials or events to expand their reach are also welcomed. The Center has a particular focus on supporting local journalists and teams that reflect the diversity of the communities they cover. --- ## Due Dates - Rolling submissions; proposals are accepted year-round. - Applicants typically receive a response within two weeks of submission. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no fixed budget range; the Pulitzer Center considers projects of any scope and size. - Grants cover the hard costs of reporting (e.g., travel, lodging, local transportation, data analysis, translation, local partners). - Stipends for freelance journalists may be considered in exceptional cases, but staff salaries and newsroom overhead are not funded. - Equipment rentals may be considered; equipment purchases are generally not funded. --- ## Eligibility - Open to journalists and newsrooms worldwide. - Eligible applicants include: - Freelance journalists - Staff journalists - Newsrooms or collaborations among newsrooms - Reporters, photographers, radio/audio journalists, television/video journalists, and documentary filmmakers - The Pulitzer Center encourages applications from individuals and teams representing diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented social, racial, ethnic, and economic groups. - Projects must be intended for publication in media outlets (not solely for academic research). - Applicants must submit proposals in English. --- ## Application Process Applicants must provide: - A description of the proposed project (maximum 250 words) - A preliminary budget estimate with a basic breakdown of costs - A compelling distribution plan, including letters of commitment or interest from news outlets - Three samples of published work (print or broadcast) - Three professional references (contacts or letters of recommendation) - A curriculum vitae (CV) **Additional Notes:** - Applications are reviewed as received; urgent projects can be flagged for expedited consideration. - If reporting from conflict zones or hostile environments, freelancers must have a firm assignment from a news organization taking responsibility for their safety and are required to adhere to ACOS Alliance principles. - Projects should aim for broad audience reach and may include partnerships across media platforms. --- ## Additional Information - The Pulitzer Center does **not** fund: - Books (unless the story is also published independently in a media outlet) - Feature-length films (short documentaries are eligible) - Staff salaries or newsroom overhead - Equipment purchases (rentals may be allowed) - Routine breaking news, advocacy/marketing campaigns, or data projects aimed solely at academic research - The Center is committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion within journalism. - Examples of previously funded projects and further application tips are available on the [Pulitzer Center website](https://pulitzercenter.org/grants-fellowships/opportunities-journalists/underreported-stories-africa). --- ## External Links - [Program Page (Underreported Stories in Africa)](https://pulitzercenter.org/grants-fellowships/opportunities-journalists/underreported-stories-africa) - [Apply Now](https://pulitzercenter.org/grant-application) - [How to Apply & Application Tips](https://pulitzercenter.org/grants-fellowships/tips-writing-successful-pulitzer-center-grant-proposal) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://pulitzercenter.org/applying-reporting-grant-frequently-asked-questions) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-------------------| | Pulitzer Center Editorial | [reacheditorial@pulitzercenter.org](mailto:reacheditorial@pulitzercenter.org) | (202) 332-0982 | | General Inquiries | [contact@pulitzercenter.org](mailto:contact@pulitzercenter.org) | |

Underreported Stories in Africa

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