Journalism
Supporting high-quality journalism projects focused on public policy issues affecting the Great Lakes region

Seeking to deepen the impact of Foundation investments in policy, by supporting journalism that shines a light on conditions we hope to change, policies we endorse, and success stories that present solutions to problems.
The information on this page has been updated to reflect our 2021-2025 grant making approach.
Journalism
The Joyce Foundation’s Journalism Program seeks to deepen the impact of Foundation investments in policy, by supporting journalism that shines a light on conditions we hope to change, policies we endorse, and success stories that present solutions to problems.
Goal
Supporting high-quality journalism projects focused on public policy issues affecting the Great Lakes region
Objectives
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Strengthening investigative, public affairs journalism in the Great Lakes region
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Supporting local, state and national media – primarily nonprofit – covering issues related to Joyce program areas
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Boosting public affairs journalism training for early career journalists, particularly journalists of color