Coronavirus Storytelling Project

“The Coronavirus Storytelling Project provides a unique opportunity to both increase coverage of the COVID-19 crisis, and directly support individuals furloughed or laid-off,” -Robert J. Ross, CEO of Inasmuch Foundation

Each grant would provides journalists with a one-time $500 stipend to write a first-person, narrative or data-journalism story or multimedia piece (podcast, photo package or video) on either the coronavirus outbreak, challenges faced by journalists during the pandemic, or an issue important to Oklahoma in 2020. The piece would be published by Oklahoma Watch and shared in collaboration with the journalist’s news organizations and other news organizations in Oklahoma. The stories and multimedia pieces will be archived for future historical perspectives on the pandemic in Oklahoma.

Opportunity offered by:

Oklahoma Watch

Through investigative, fact-driven journalism, Oklahoma Watch digs deep and examines significant issues that face the state. Their work engages all Oklahomans, amplifies the discussion of important issues with the aim of affecting…
Contact for application information
Online application form
Opportunity type

Grant/Stipend

Location(s) where available

Oklahoma

Areas of focus

Criminal Justice
Equity/Inclusion
General Funding
Health

Application deadline:
May 1, 2021
This is a recurring opportunity