Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2027 (up to $5,000 Grants for Journalists)
Brief Description
The International Women’s Media Foundation (
IWMF) welcomes applications for the
Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2027, providing
$5,000 grants to individual reporters worldwide. If you are a woman or nonbinary journalist whose work explores subculture and what Kim Wall termed “the undercurrents of rebellion,” this program offers vital support to get you out into the world. Designed for media professionals with a passion for deep, independent storytelling, this
journalism grant helps fund your field expenses, travel, and research logistics. Whether you are investigating overlooked communities or pushing creative boundaries in your
reporting, you can apply now to secure financial backing for your next major project through these prestigious international reporting grants for women and diverse storytellers.
Name of Host Institution
International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF)
Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Open to women or nonbinary journalists with one (1) or more years of professional experience working in news media from anywhere in the world.
- Staff and freelance journalists are both eligible to apply.
- Applicants must have excellent written and verbal English skills, though final reporting may be published in any language.
- Applicants must show proof of interest from an editor or possess a proven track record of publication in prominent media outlets.
- Applications are accepted from individual journalists only, though you can allocate part of your submitted budget to a reporting partner like a producer or photographer.
- Internships do not count toward your required professional experience.
Funding and Eligible Costs
Grants of up to
$5,000 are awarded to cover essential reporting-related costs. You can use these funds for travel, logistics, insurance, visa fees, professional stipends, and payments for translators or producers. Note that the IWMF does
not cover equipment purchases or rentals, nor does it support academic research or research intended for academic publication.
Selection and Timeline
Applications close on
December 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST via Submittable. The IWMF reviews submissions throughout January and February 2027, and you will receive a response no later than mid-March 2027. Successful grantees are publicly announced on Kim’s birthday, March 23.
Deadline
December 6, 2026
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💡 Quick FAQ & IntelligenceTap to Expand
Q: What expenses are covered by the Kim Wall Memorial Fund grant?
The grant covers reporting-related costs such as travel, logistics, insurance, visa fees, professional stipends, and payments for producers or translators. Equipment purchases and rentals are not covered.
Q: Can freelance journalists apply for this grant?
Yes, both staff and freelance journalists are eligible to apply, provided they meet the professional experience requirements.
Q: How do you submit an application for the fund?
Applications must be submitted online via Submittable before the closing date.
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