Become a Fellow

1. Proposed project title. One to two sentences on the proposed topic and title of your project.

2. Summary of proposed project. A short paragraph describing the issue you would like to report on, why you have selected that issue and what you hope to achieve with your reporting. (1,000-character limit)

3. Previous awards or fellowships related to journalism. (1,000-character limit)

4. Resume that includes media organizations for which you have worked or produced work, professional memberships, and other achievements.

5. Informal essay (1,000-word maximum)
-Describe your reasons for applying for the fellowship.
-Clearly outline your proposed project and a plan for completion, including your expected project timeline and potential obstacles, if any.
-Discuss the significance and timeliness of your topic.
-Describe the potential impact of the project.

6. Work samples
-Submit three samples of your best work, at least one of which should be in the medium proposed for your project. Please do not submit hard copies that cannot be replaced; mailed materials cannot be returned.
-Work samples do not have to be mental health related.

7. Letters of recommendation
Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation.
-Submit two letters of recommendation from people familiar with your work.
-Recommenders should be able to speak to the quality of your work and commitment to your project and/or mental health reporting.
-Recommenders will be asked to submit their letters online after the applicant has completed the application.

8. Letter of support from media outlet.
Applicants must provide one letter of support from a media outlet.
-If you have a full-time employer, one letter from your publisher, editor, manager or newsroom leader in support of your application and/or project is required.
-If you’re a freelancer or self-employed, the letter of support must come from an individual familiar with your work. Preference will be given to applicants with letters from editors or publishers that indicate a clear interest and strong likelihood of running the fellowship project.
-The letter of support should be submitted online once the applicant has completed the application process.