Grant details

Philanthropy & Nonprofit Accountability Fellowship

The Chronicle of Philanthropy is accepting applications from local news organizations for its annual fellowship program. Four newsrooms will each receive $30,000 to support training and enhance their coverage of nonprofits and foundations.

Fellows work alongside Chronicle reporters to develop compelling stories about organizations tackling critical issues in their communities. Our goal: equip local journalists with the tools to write powerful accountability journalism that engages readers.

Key Dates:
🟣 Application deadline: February 14, 2026
🟣 Notification: March 14, 2026
🟣 Fellowship period: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027

Location

United States

Funding Type

Fellowship

Organization

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Focus Area

Subject Area

Business & Economic Reporting

Award Size

$30,000 a newsroom

Career Stage

Editor's Note

Deadline
02/14/2026