The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism (2026)

• Eligibility: Female and Nonbinary print journalist or a print journalist leading a multi-media team
• Target Region: Global
• Application Language: English

The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism honours editor Kari Howard’s legacy by offering grants, through the International Women’s Media Foundation, to support narrative print journalism (or multi-format projects led by a print journalist) on important issues, reported and published anywhere in the world.

Eligibility

• This opportunity is open to women and nonbinary journalists.
• Applicants may be freelance or staff print journalists and may apply individually or as part of a multi-format team.
• Professional journalism must be the applicant’s primary profession.
• Applicants must have three (3) or more years of professional journalism experience.
• Internships do not count as professional experience.
• Applicants must be able to show proof of interest from an editor or have a proven track record of publication in prominent media outlets.
• Applicants must apply and publish in English.
• Any multi-format reporting must supplement a printed project.
• Please note that stories can be published digitally and not necessarily in a newspaper or magazine.

Requirements

• Projects reported and published in English anywhere in the world are eligible.
• All reporting and publishing must be completed within six months of the award of the grant.

How to Apply

Submit your application via Submittable before the deadline of July 12, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST. Applicants will receive a decision on their applications by early September. If experiencing accessibility issues with the application process, contact info@iwmf.org. Apply here.

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