Are you a woman or nonbinary journalist with a passion for powerful storytelling? The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism 2025 invites applications for grants that support deeply human, emotionally resonant stories told through the written word.

Kari Howard, a beloved storytelling editor, championed writing that captured small moments and personal depth—stories that brought people to life on the page. In her memory, this fund supports print journalists committed to crafting authentic, poetic narratives that blend fiction’s emotional nuance with journalism’s commitment to truth.

In partnership with the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF), the Kari Howard Fund offers up to $5,000 per project to support women and nonbinary journalists reporting in English. Whether published digitally or in print, your story should be meaningful, memorable, and accurate.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: July 13, 2025 (11:59 PM EST)
• Result Announcement Dates: Early September 2025
• Funding Type: Grant
• Organizer: IWMF
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Women and nonbinaries
• Target Group: Print journalists (freelancers or staff), individually or in teams
• Focus Areas: Narrative journalism, human stories
• Duration: 6 months
• Program Language: English

Grants

The winning journalist will benefit from the grant amount below:

• Grant of up to $5,000 per project
• Support for print journalism projects, with optional multimedia elements

Eligibility Criteria

Application requirements are as follows:

• Open to women and nonbinary journalists (freelance or staff)
• Must have 3+ years of professional journalism experience (internships excluded)
• Journalism must be the applicant’s primary profession
• Must apply and publish in English
• Must show editorial interest or have a track record in reputable outlets
• May apply as an individual or with a multi-format team (print must be central)
• Digital publications are allowed

How to Apply?

• Visit the IWMF application portal using the link below
• Fill out the complete application by July 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST
• For accessibility support, email [email protected]
• Only complete applications will be reviewed

Apply Now

For further details, please visit the official IWMF website.

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