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Soros Justice Fellowships

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Quick Facts

Agency: Open Society Foundations
Funding: Track I: $100,000 over 18 months; Track II: $140,000 over 18 months (prorated for 12-month projects). Advocacy Fellowships: $94,500 or $127,500 over 18 months.
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Open Society Foundations stated no 2025 call for proposals will be issued; program is paused for reassessment.
Status: Closed
Eligibility: Outstanding individuals (lawyers, advocates, grassroots organizers, writers, journalists, artists, filmmakers, etc.) with projects that relate to U.S. criminal justice reform goals. Nonprofits can serve as host organizations for Advocacy Fellowships.
Grant Type: Fellowship
Geographic Scope: National

About This Grant

Soros Justice Fellowships is sponsored by Open Society Foundations. The Soros Justice Fellowships fund individuals to undertake projects that advance reform, spur debate, and catalyze change on issues facing the U.S. criminal legal system. Projects should relate to reducing incarceration, challenging extreme punishment, and promoting fairness and accountability.

They encourage applications from individuals with direct experience with the criminal justice system.

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Eligibility Requirements

Outstanding individuals (lawyers, advocates, grassroots organizers, writers, journalists, artists, filmmakers, etc.) with projects that relate to U.S. criminal justice reform goals. Nonprofits can serve as host organizations for Advocacy Fellowships.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Soros Justice Fellowships?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Outstanding individuals (lawyers, advocates, grassroots organizers, writers, journalists, artists, filmmakers, etc.) with projects that relate to U.S. criminal justice reform goals. Nonprofits can serve as host organizations for Advocacy Fellowships. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Soros Justice Fellowships offer?

The current listing shows track I: $100,000 over 18 months; Track II: $140,000 over 18 months (prorated for 12-month projects). Advocacy Fellowships: $94,500 or $127,500 over 18 months. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Soros Justice Fellowships?

Soros Justice Fellowships is funded by Open Society Foundations. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

Is Soros Justice Fellowships available nationwide?

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.

How do I apply for Soros Justice Fellowships?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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