Grant details

Kapor Foundation Research Fellowship

The Kapor Foundation Research Fellowship supports journalists producing long-form investigative reports and tech policy researchers conducting research, analysis, or evaluation that informs policy related to the Kapor Foundation’s three priority areas, with an emphasis on responsible AI and tech ethics. Research is a vital tool in dismantling systemic inequities in the tech sector.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. ● Award Notification: First awards to be announced by June 30, 2026. Awards will be issued on a rolling basis thereafter.

Reporting Requirement: ○ Investigative Reporting Fellowship: Published long-form print or digital article

The Kapor Foundation will fund fellows’ research activities for projects focused on national trends and/or local populations and trends in three key regions (named city or across the state): Oakland, CA; Atlanta, GA; and Detroit, MI.

 

 

Location

United States

Funding Type

Fellowship

Organization

Kapor Foundation

Focus Area

Subject Area

Business & Economic Reporting

Award Size

$35,000

Career Stage

At least 5 years of in-depth reporting experience conducting investigative reporting (including data journalism and watchdog journalism) for print, digital, or broadcast publication

Editor's Note

application deadline is rolling but first awards will be announced by June 30, 2026
Deadline
Rolling