IWF 2023 The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

Kari Howard loved stories that left readers feeling as though they had just met a new friend. Writers fortunate enough to work with her as their editor found themselves challenged to weave the music of everyday life and the passion of extraordinary love into the fabric of stories illuminating the most important issues of the day. Kari’s family and friends, together with the International Women’s Media Foundation, are honored to offer grants to support the narrative journalism she championed. 

• Table of Content
• About International Women’s Forum (IWF)
• The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism
• Aim and Benefits of The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism
• Requirements for The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About International Women’s Forum (IWF)

The story of the International Women’s Forum began when Elinor “Elly” Guggenheimer – chair of the New York City Planning Commission – went to a meeting in Philadelphia. When she arrived, she was told that the only women allowed in the building were waitresses and maids. Determined to participate, Elly found a maid’s uniform, put it on and took her rightful place at the table. At that moment, she knew something had to change. In 1974, Elly established the organization that grew to become IWF. She had three partners in this endeavor: Muriel Siebert, the fir... continue reading

The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

Aim and Benefits of The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

Grants will be for a maximum of $5,000

Requirements for The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism Qualification

• This opportunity is open to women and nonbinary journalists.
• Applicants may be freelance or staff print journalists and may apply individually or as part of a multi-format team.
• Professional journalism must be the applicant’s primary profession.
• Applicants must have three (3) or more years of professional journalism experience. Internships do not count as professional experience.
• Applicants must be able to show proof of interest from an editor or have a proven track record of publication in prominent media outlets.
• Applicants must apply and publish in English. 
• Any multi-format reporting must supplement a printed project.
• Please note that stories can be published digitally and not necessarily in a newspaper or magazine. 

Interview date, Process and Venue for The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

Applicants will receive a decision on their applications by mid-October.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit IWF website.