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Journalism & Media is a grantmaking program of the MacArthur Foundation aimed at strengthening democracy and building a more equitable future by investing in just and inclusive news and narratives. MacArthur targets independent media organizations that investigate institutional actions, explore policy implications, amplify underrepresented voices, and promote civic engagement.
The program counters misinformation and public disengagement by sustaining a diverse, independent media ecosystem capable of fostering public conversation and collective action on urgent contemporary issues. Eligible applicants are typically nonprofit journalism and media organizations working to deepen civic understanding across the United States.
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Strengthening democracy and building a more equitable future by informing, engaging, and activating Americans through deep investments in just and inclusive news and narratives.
Only a small percentage of journalism and media is created with an intention to engender deep understanding about current events; lift up underreported or misunderstood issues; include and amplify perspectives from independent voices; promote self-reflection, empathy, and mutual respect; and inspire civic engagement and action.
As a result, large segments of the American public are misinformed, disengaged, and cynical about their role as civic actors and agents for social change.
We seek to strengthen and sustain an independent media ecosystem that investigates the actions of institutions, explores the implications of policies, challenges social norms, amplifies a multitude of perspectives, and creates opportunities for public conversations and individual and collective action on urgent contemporary issues.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations working in journalism and media to strengthen independent media ecosystems. Grantmaking is primarily invitation-based. Focus on civic engagement, equity, and inclusive news narratives. 781 grants totaling $311M invested since 2015 to 304 organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Journalism & Media accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no single fixed deadline. Check the official notice for any cycle-specific review dates.
Journalism & Media is funded by MacArthur Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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