The Pulitzer Center supports journalists telling stories that have the potential to change the world. The Global Reporting Grant funds reporting on topics that may be overlooked by other media sources.
Applications to investigate the root causes of crises anywhere in the world are accepted on an ongoing basis. Applicants should expect to receive a response by the end of the month following their submission.
Eligibility
This grant is open to all journalists, including:
- Writers
- Photographers
- Radio producers
- Filmmakers
- Staff journalists
- Freelancers
- Veteran reporters
- Less experienced journalists
Diversity is also very important to the Pulitzer Center. Journalists of all genders, ethnicities, and nationalities are encouraged to apply.
Allowable Expenses
This grant does not have a maximum amount, but applicants are expected to compare prices and keep expenses reasonable.
Funds may be used for basic expenses, such as:
- Airfare
- Lodging
- Meals
- Local ground transportation
- Records requests
- Data analysis/visualization
- Translators
Grant funds may not be used for:
- General expenses
- Salaries
- Equipment purchases
- Marketing
- Books
- Feature-length films
- Routine news coverage
Application Requirements
All applications should include:
- A project description of up to 250 words
- A publication plan, including letters of interest or commitment
- A preliminary budget with cost breakdown
- Three samples of published work (print or broadcast)
- Three professional references
- Curriculum vitae
Freelancers proposing to enter hostile environments must also have a firm assignment from a news organization that will take full responsibility for their well-being.