Introduction to the Rainforest Reporting Grant
The Rainforest Reporting Grant offers short-term, project-based funding support to journalists who are passionate about reporting on tropical rainforests. Covering key regions like the Amazon, Central Africa, and Southeast Asia, this grant aims to delve into pressing issues such as illegal deforestation, indigenous rights, the extraction industry, and biodiversity.
Who Can Apply?
Both staff and freelance journalists are eligible to apply for the Rainforest Reporting Grant. This includes writers, photographers, radio producers, and filmmakers. We welcome applications from veteran reporters with a wide array of publications as well as younger journalists seeking to boost their careers. The application process is inclusive, accepting proposals in five different languages to ensure a diversity of voices—spanning different genders, ethnicities, backgrounds, and nationalities.
How to Apply
The Pulitzer Center, the organization behind this grant, provides funding to cover the hard costs associated with reporting projects. To apply, you need to submit a grant proposal that meets their specific requirements. Some applicants receive grants on their first attempt, while others may need to refine and resubmit their proposals. Persistence can pay off, as evidenced by an applicant who was initially rejected twice but eventually secured funding for multiple projects with Pulitzer Center support.
Application Deadline and Additional Information
The application deadline for the Rainforest Reporting Grant is rolling, allowing for submissions throughout the year. For more detailed information and tips on how to write a successful grant proposal, visit the official website of the Pulitzer Center at this link.