Knight Foundation Media Innovation
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
About This Grant
Grants for journalism innovation, local news sustainability, and community information projects.
Grant Summary
Knight Foundation Media Innovation is a John S. and James L. Knight Foundation grant providing $25K to $500K for nonprofit. Applications are due 2026-12-31 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
$25K–$500K
2026-12-31
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Knight Foundation Media Innovation from John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to John S. and James L. Knight Foundation before the deadline.
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Knight Foundation Media Innovation: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Knight Foundation Media Innovation?
Knight Foundation Media Innovation is offered by John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and is generally open to nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Knight Foundation Media Innovation provide?
Knight Foundation Media Innovation provides between $25K and $500K per award from John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Knight Foundation Media Innovation deadline?
Applications for Knight Foundation Media Innovation are due 2026-12-31 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Knight Foundation Media Innovation?
To apply for Knight Foundation Media Innovation, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.