This fund supports U.S.-based journalists exposed to harm, risk, or crisis from reporting on politically charged events such as elections, protests, and civil movements. It offers emergency assistance for immediate needs including protective gear and small grants for medical and psychological care. Funding is available to both staff and independent journalists who demonstrate financial need; student journalists are excluded.
Eligible applicants are U.S.-based journalists (staff or independent) reporting on politically charged events who face harm or risk and can demonstrate financial need. Student journalists are not eligible.
