Seed Funding
Offered by Fund for Investigative Journalism Inc · Washington, DC
About this opportunity
Small grants up to $2,500 for preliminary reporting that can lead to full investigations, covering costs like open-records requests and initial reporting trips. No Letter of Commitment required, though applicants may submit a letter of recommendation from an editor, mentor or professor.
How to apply
Applications are handled on the funder's own website. Review the full guidelines and apply here: fij.org/apply-for-a-grant. Confirm the deadline and eligibility directly with Fund for Investigative Journalism Inc before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the deadline for Seed Funding?
- The application deadline is September 14, 2026. Deadlines can change — always confirm directly with Fund for Investigative Journalism Inc before applying.
- How much funding is available?
- The award range is $1K – $2K.
- Where do I apply?
- Applications are submitted through Fund for Investigative Journalism Inc's own website or process — see the "How to apply" section above.