Best Grants for Journalism in Nevada

Washington County Community Foundation

The Washington County Community Foundation seeks to improve the quality of life in Washington County by promoting and facilitating philanthropy. We accomplish this by assuming four philanthropic roles of Grantmaker, Donor Service Organization, Fundraiser, and Community Leader. Fostering philanthropy by offering charitable gifting opportunities to donors on an individualized basis and at reasonable fees, we make charitable giving easier, more satisfying, and more effective. 

The Foundation is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation organized under the laws of Pennsylvania, which is registered with the Pennsylvania Charities Bureau and annually files the Federal Form 990.

Scholarships for Post-Secondary (Undergraduate) School

The Foundation provides both need-based and merit-based scholarships to students in Washington County, with a few scholarships also available to students in Greene County. All scholarships are made payable to the educational institution the student is attending. 

Curtis Wachter Scholarship Fund

For a current year graduating senior who resides within the boundaries of any Washington County or Greene County school district, who intends to study photography, photojournalism, or a related discipline.

Stark Community Foundation is one of the area’s major sources of college scholarship support— thanks to the generosity of caring individuals, families and businesses that have created scholarship funds.

The Foundation currently manages more than 100 scholarship funds that support hundreds of deserving students each year from Stark and Carroll counties. In 2025, more than $1,000,000 was awarded to local students to help them achieve their educational dreams.

The Velma Shotwell Griffin Memorial Scholarship Fund

The Velma Shotwell Griffin Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to assist graduates of Conotton Valley or Carrollton High Schools planning to enroll, or currently enrolled, at an accredited college or university to pursue further education in the following fields: History, Writing (not limited to, English, Journalism, Language Arts, Communications and programs in Mass Media), Graphic Arts, Music (which shall include but not limited to, vocal music, instrumental music, music history, music education, and music performance) and any other program or field of study approved by the Selection Committee. 

Amount:

• Varies. Minimum $500.

Renewable:

• Yes

American Indian and Alaska Native graduate students in journalism, literature, communication, or related fields in the U.S., including those from Nevada, can receive need-based tuition support through the Katrin Lamon Fellowship. Grants from Native Forward Scholars Fund are awarded based on financial need and Tribal eligibility for full-time study at accredited institutions.

Journalism-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in Nevada and across North America can seek funding for Adventist-related reporting projects, training, and media initiatives. Versacare provides US $5,000 - US $15,000 for investigative stories, workshops, technology, travel, and other efforts that promote ethical, creative journalism on vital issues affecting the Seventh-day Adventist church.

With a mission to highlight health care affordability and quality, the National Institute for Health Care Management provides Nevada journalism outlets and freelance reporters with a US $20,000 Television and Audio Journalism Award. Eligible work includes 2025-broadcast TV, audio, or streaming stories on U.S. health care costs, access, and related policy issues.

Local journalism outlets producing U.S. health care affordability reporting in Nevada can compete for a US $15,000 Local Media Award, recognizing excellence in local coverage. The National Institute for Health Care Management honors stories or series from newspapers, magazines, their websites, and nonprofit news organizations that generate new insights for health plans, policymakers, and health care stakeholders.

Journalism outlets and nonprofit news organizations in Nevada covering U.S. health care affordability and access can apply for the NIHCM Foundation Investigative and General Reporting Award. Grants from the National Institute for Health Care Management help support high-quality, original reporting, with a US $20,000 prize recognizing impactful work on health care costs, access, and quality.

Journalists and specialty publications in Nevada covering U.S. health care affordability can apply for the National Institute for Health Care Management’s Trade Journalism Award, which offers US $15,000 for outstanding work. Eligible entries are 2025 articles or series for specialty audiences that inform health plans, policymakers, providers, and related stakeholders.

Journalists and media outlets in Nevada covering forestry and natural resources can receive more than US $500 for outstanding reporting through the Outstanding Forestry Journalism Award. Society of American Foresters offers an honorarium, convention registration, and travel support for impactful print, television, or radio work that advances public understanding of forestry issues.

Students in Nevada with a demonstrated interest in journalism who can provide samples of journalistic work may be eligible for this scholarship supporting journalism studies. The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region offers the Gene Robb Journalism Scholarship through its universal application, which lets applicants be considered for multiple academic scholarship programs, including those focused on journalism.

High school seniors interested in journalism with financial need can receive scholarship support for higher education through the Michael Hurewitz Scholarship, serving the Greater Capital Region. With a mission to empower meaningful giving, the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region provides academic scholarships that may benefit students pursuing journalism-related studies, including those from Nevada who meet geographic and other criteria.

Journalists producing investigative or social-justice reporting, including those covering Nevada, can apply for the Sidney Awards to recognize outstanding work in any medium. Focused on journalism in service of the common good, the Sidney Hillman Foundation offers US $1,000 and a certificate each month for a winning piece published in the prior month.

Nevada journalists covering technology and society can access funding through Omidyar Network Fund’s Tech Journalism Fund for US $5,000 - US $25,000 in reporting support. US-based freelancers, staff reporters, editors, and teams across any medium may apply for singular, intensive projects, including investigative work on AI, tech policy, workplace impacts, or effects on children and families.

Nevada K-12 institutions and organizations serving at least 500 students and/or educators can access funding through the Pulitzer Center’s K-12 Education Grant Program on Global Health. Grants up to US $1,500 support projects that use Pulitzer Center-supported journalism to deepen understanding of global health and the role of news media, including large-scale, school, district, or community initiatives.

Nevada journalism students can access funding through Maine Community Foundation if they graduated from a Maine high school or were home-schooled in a Maine community. The Guy P. Gannett Journalism Scholarship offers US $1,000 - US $60,000 in renewable support for students majoring in journalism or closely related media fields pursuing post-secondary or graduate education.

High school and postsecondary students from Chelan or Douglas County pursuing creative writing, including journalism, can apply for scholarships supporting their education. Grants from Community Foundation of North Central Washington help aspiring writers who meet a 3.0 GPA minimum and submit a short original writing sample, which may benefit those interested in journalism-focused studies beyond Nevada.

Students pursuing journalism or communications degrees in the U.S. can receive tuition and education expense support through the Express-News Charitable Foundation Scholarship Fund. With a mission to support education, San Antonio Area Foundation provides renewable scholarships for full-time associate, bachelor’s, or graduate students who are residents and high school graduates of designated South Texas counties.

Muslim undergraduate and graduate students in Nevada pursuing journalism, media studies, or related writing majors can receive US $3,000 - US $5,000 in tuition support through the ISF Media Scholarship Program. Islamic Scholarship Fund provides U.S.-based scholars with funding, mentorship, and career development to strengthen American Muslim representation in media and journalism.

Journalism students seeking scholarship support for higher education may be eligible for this award, which supports juniors, seniors, graduate, or PhD candidates committed to a journalism career. Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee funds students with at least a 3.0 GPA who demonstrate financial need, submit an essay and work samples, and may reapply for a second year.

Journalism and communications students connected to Nevada may be eligible for scholarships supporting tuition and fees. The San Antonio Area Foundation’s San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists Scholarship Fund assists full-time students pursuing bachelor’s degrees in journalism or communications-related fields, with specific residency or school-location requirements and demonstrated financial need across the U.S.

Students pursuing journalism, STEM, education, or accounting degrees at 4-year accredited U.S. institutions may receive up to US $4,400 in need-based support, with a focus on Native American and refugee students in Nevada and nearby states. United Negro College Fund prioritizes Montana residents but also considers eligible applicants across the region.

The Rhoden Fellowship, supported by ESPN and administered by the United Negro College Fund, is a year-long program designed to empower students from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Participants will serve as correspondents, creating multimedia content for Andscape, covering major sports events, and producing a bi-weekly podcast. This opportunity not only fosters journalistic skills but also promotes engagement with the HBCU community, paving the way for future leaders in journalism.

The Jerry and Martha Taylor Memorial Scholarship, offered by the Quad Cities Community Foundation, supports students from Rock Island County pursuing post-secondary education. With awards of up to $1,000, this scholarship is not renewable and is open to applicants with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Preference is given to students majoring in journalism, theater arts, or special education, or those attending accredited trade schools.

Journalism and communication students pursuing higher education can use this scholarship to support full-time undergraduate or graduate study, with preference for juniors, seniors, or graduate students. Grants from Marshfield Area Community Foundation help Nevada journalism students who meet these criteria; one renewable scholarship is awarded each year for up to four years.

About Us

Making a Difference, Together

The Community Foundation of Monroe County (CFMC) builds a thriving, inclusive community through the power of philanthropy. By connecting generous donors with local causes, we help ensure Monroe County remains a place where everyone can thrive. Since our founding, we’ve been a trusted steward of community resources, fostering impactful collaborations and sustainable solutions to address challenges in education, health, poverty, and community development.

Scholarship Opportunities

Whether you’re heading to college, pursuing a technical career, or furthering your education as an adult, there’s a scholarship for you.

Grattan and Stephen T. Gray Scholarship

Awarded to Monroe County high school graduates entering the field of journalism.

The Scripps Howard Fund, a public charity established by The E.W. Scripps Company is dedicated to creating informed and engaged communities through journalism education, childhood literacy and local causes. At the crossroads of the classroom and the newsroom, the Fund is a leader in supporting journalism through scholarships, internships, minority recruitment and development and First Amendment causes. The Scripps Howard Awards stand as one of the industry’s top honors for outstanding journalism.

Students with internship experiences are more likely to find employment upon graduation than those without, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers. During the past decade, more than 500 students have honed their skills in newsrooms across the country, thanks to Scripps Howard internships. The Scripps Howard Fund created the internship program in 2023, in partnership with the Institute for Nonprofit News (INN), aimed at giving students an equal opportunity for high-quality, hands-on experience. INN leads a network of more than 500 independent newsrooms across North America. 

U.S. Civil Society Microgrants

We seek to support projects that engage Pulitzer Center journalism to amplify the voices of affected communities, foster public debate, and drive meaningful audience engagement with our focus areas.

Audience engagement has been at the core of the Pulitzer Center’s work since its founding in 2006. In addition to grants and fellowships that facilitate breakthrough journalism, we support initiatives that connect the reporting to the audiences that need it the most. Our goal is pursuing real-world impact: engaging and mobilizing communities, increasing understanding and connection, and influencing decisions locally and globally. 

This microgrant aims to support civil society organizations and groups in the United States to utilize Pulitzer Center-supported reporting as part of projects that contribute to a more informed and empowered community.

 For this grant cycle, we are seeking grant proposals for civic engagement projects to be completed by early December 2026 that focus on one of the following issues:

• Climate and the environment, with a focus on U.S fisheries and fishing communities or climate and labor
• Information and Artificial Intelligence
• Global health, with specific focus on mental well-being or connections to the Global South

The objective is to use Pulitzer Center-supported journalism as the inspiration for the projects supported by this civil society microgrant. By leveraging this reporting, we expect to build projects that amplify the voices of affected communities, foster public debate, and drive meaningful audience engagement that will lead to impactful conversations in communities in the U.S. and beyond.

Grants range from US$2,000 to US$4,000. Project proposals can support existing activities or support the launch of new activities.