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McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant

Robert R. McCormick Foundation

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OpenLast verified: 2026-03-15

About This Grant

Grants for journalism education, local news coverage, and press freedom advocacy.

Grant Summary

McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant is a Robert R. McCormick Foundation grant providing $15K to $200K for nonprofit, university. Applications are due 2026-10-15 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

journalism educationpress freedom

Eligibility

nonprofituniversity

How to Apply

Funding Range

$15K$200K

Deadline

2026-10-15

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant from Robert R. McCormick Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 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.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Robert R. McCormick Foundation before the deadline.
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McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant?

McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant is offered by Robert R. McCormick Foundation and is generally open to nonprofit, university. 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 McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant provide?

McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant provides between $15K and $200K per award from Robert R. McCormick 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 McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant deadline?

Applications for McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant are due 2026-10-15 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Robert R. McCormick Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.

How do you apply for the McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant?

To apply for McCormick Foundation Journalism Grant, 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 Robert R. McCormick Foundation.