Knight Foundation grants
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation funds journalism, the arts and civic life, with occasional open calls.
- Open now
- 0
- Upcoming
- 0
- Who can apply
- Nonprofits, Local governments, Small businesses
Knight Foundation grant programs
- StatusCLOSED
Open calls, including the Knight Cities Challenge
Knight Foundation · Nonprofits, Local governments, Small businesses
Knight funds journalism, the arts and civic life, mostly through partnerships. Its occasional open calls include the Knight Cities Challenge, with grants up to $200,000 in 26 cities.
Before you apply
- The 2026 Knight Cities Challenge closed April 30, 2026.
- Press Forward, a coalition Knight belongs to, runs separate open calls for local news.
Questions
When is the next Knight Foundation grant deadline?
Nothing is open right now. The list below shows when each program last closed and what is announced next.
Who can apply for Knight Foundation grants?
Nonprofits, Local governments and Small businesses can apply, depending on the program. Knight Foundation doesn't give grants to individuals through these programs.
How much do Knight Foundation grants give?
Open calls, including the Knight Cities Challenge: Up to $200,000.
Do I have to pay to apply for a grant?
No. Real grant programs never charge to apply or to receive an award. Anyone asking for a fee before you get grant money is running a scam.