Apply for the Alicia Patterson Fellowships for Journalists 2025 ($40,000 Grant)

Applications are currently open for the Apply for the Alicia Patterson fellowships for Journalists. Apply Below: 

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the  Alicia Patterson fellowships for Journalists is  October 1st. 

Tell Me About The Alicia Patterson Fellowships for Journalists:

The Alicia Patterson fellowships are open only to U.S. citizens who are full-time print journalists, or to non-U.S. citizens who work full-time for U.S. print publications, either in America or abroad. Freelancers are welcome to apply. All applicants, including those being considered for the new Cissy Patterson fellowship for environmental or science topics, should complete the Alicia Patterson Foundation application.

Additionally, the trustees who established the foundation aimed to improve the quality of U.S. print journalism. Foreign journalists seeking fellowship help may want to consult the updated list compiled by the Global Investigative Journalism Network, at gijn.org.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

Journalism

Type:

Fellowships 

Who can Apply For The Alicia Patterson Fellowships for Journalists?

Applicants must also meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Must be a U.S. citizen working full-time as a print journalist, or
• Non-U.S. citizens working full-time for U.S. print publications, either in America or abroad.
• Freelancers are welcome to apply.
• Applicants, including those for the Cissy Patterson fellowship for environmental or science topics, must complete the Alicia Patterson Foundation application.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

USA

Where will the Award be Taken?

USA

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How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• Additionally, applicants will also benefit the following:
  The fellowship provides a stipend of $40,000 for twelve months or $20,000 for six months.
• The stipend must cover travel and research costs.
• Fellows are responsible for paying taxes on the stipend, usually through quarterly payments to the IRS.
• Applicants must submit a budget detailing how they will use the stipend.
• Employed applicants may receive additional financial support from their news organizations to cover the difference between the stipend and their salary, but this does not impact the selection process.

How to Apply:

To begin your application, click this link. 

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