The National Press Foundation and the National Press Club Journalism Institute jointly award up to $75,000 in grants to U.S.-based journalists who plan to cover environmental justice.

Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 are awarded to support journalism in any medium that centers on environmental justice and environmental racism in the United States. This could include coverage of the disproportionate harms to disadvantaged communities from pollution, the effects of climate change, or other relevant topics.

“We anticipate these thoughtful projects will lead to greater understanding of and accountability for environmental injustices taking place in communities across the country,” said Beth Francesco, executive director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute. “These journalists and their reporting will give voice to those most impacted by these historic inequities while lighting a way forward.”

The Kozik Grants are funded by a 1991 gift from the late Dr. Franklin Kozik in honor of his deceased son Robert. Two rounds of grants have been awarded, most recently announced January 5, 2023.

See more about the 2022 Kozik grant recipients’ projects and the 2021 Kozik grant recipients’ projects.

About The National Press Foundation

The National Press Foundation is a nonprofit whose mission is to “make good journalists better.” We educate journalists on the complex issues of the day and train them to use the latest reporting tools and techniques. The foundation recognizes and encourages excellence in journalism through its awards and fellowships.

About the National Press Club Journalism Institute

The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press, and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire civic engagement. The Institute is the nonprofit affiliate of the National Press Club.