Illinois
Field Foundation Journalism & Storytelling Grants
The Field Foundation seeks to strengthen local news production and storytelling to further reflect Chicago and create a stronger, more connected, and sustainable local media ecosystem—in which the stories of … Last updated December 2, 2025
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ProPublica Local Reporting Network Fellow for 50 State Initiative
Fellowship, Grant up to $100,000 from ProPublica
ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network helps produce vital, investigative journalism in communities where such stories would otherwise not be done. Now entering its ninth year, the program will be taking on … Last updated February 19, 2026
| Applications open | Deadline: May 1, 2026
Firearm Violence Reporting Fellowship
Fellowship up to $5,000 from Association of Health Care Journalists
Gun violence is more than a political debate — it’s a public health crisis with far-reaching consequences. The Firearm Violence Reporting Fellowship, supported by The Joyce Foundation, offers journalists the time, … Last updated December 17, 2025
Chicago Headline Club Grants for Media Organizations
Grant up to $5,000 from Chicago Headline Club Foundation
The Chicago Headline Club Foundation annually awards two grants to fund internships at not-for-profit print, broadcast or online media organizations in the Chicago metro area. Applications are assessed by a … Last updated December 2, 2025
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Driehaus Foundation Grant for Investigative Journalism
Grant from Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
The Driehaus Foundation supports investigative reporting that fosters greater transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in government institutions at the local level. The Foundation supports long- form investigative projects that utilize rigorous … Last updated October 8, 2025
Joyce Foundation Grant Opportunities
Grant, Rolling from The Joyce Foundation
The Joyce Foundation accepts grant inquiries online throughout the year. Proposals are considered at meetings of the Foundation’s Board of Directors in April, July, and December. Applicants are strongly encouraged to … Last updated December 2, 2025
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