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Applications are currently being accepted for the Journalism Science Alliance Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Journalism Science Alliance (JSA) Grants support collaborations between journalists and scientists to deliver investigative journalism grounded in scientific evidence. This program enables projects that address pressing societal issues, foster public understanding, and strengthen media-science partnerships across Europe.
Grants are available in three tiers depending on project scope and complexity:
Tier 1: €10,000 for small-scale projects
Tier 2: €20,000 for medium-scale projects
Tier 3: €50,000 for large-scale, complex projects
Project Duration: Up to 8 months
Total Budget for 2026 Call: €1 million
Lead Applicant: At least one media outlet based in a Creative Europe Programme country
Co-Applicant: At least one research or academic institution
Additional Team Members: Freelancers or other partners may join but cannot apply independently
Journalists: All media formats including print, broadcast, digital, multimedia, and documentary
Scientists: Any relevant research discipline
Form a partnership team including:
Media outlet (lead applicant)
Research or academic institution (co-lead)
Optional freelancers or additional partners
Identify a topic of public interest with scientific grounding
Prepare a project proposal detailing:
Objectives and relevance
Methodology and investigative approach
Project timeline (up to 8 months)
Detailed budget according to the chosen grant tier
Submit the application in English via the EJC Platform
Grants are awarded through an independent jury process based on merit
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