The Media Justice Immediate Response Fund makes grants in response to quickly developing political situations in the media advocacy field. Media Justice Immediate Response Fund grants may be used to support travel, rallies, mailings, printing, materials and other costs associated with unexpected political crises or organizing opportunities. Grants are intended for use in mobilizing and educating communities in situations where a small grant of up to $3,000 can have a significant impact.

The Media Justice Immediate Response Fund is not a small grants program.  It does not make contributions toward on-going program work, salaries or matching grant campaigns, or to cover debts or pay regular expenses. Organizations may apply to this Fund only once each calendar year. However, an organization may apply for a Media Justice Immediate Response grant and to other Media Justice Fund and Funding Exchange programs in the same year.

To apply for a Media Justice Immediate Response grant mail, fax or email to the FEX Grants Department the following information:

1. A two-page (maximum) description of the situation the organization is trying to address. Explain:

   Why the situation constitutes an emergency.
   What role the grant will play in making a difference.

2. A detailed budget for the emergency activities being planned including sources of other needed funds.
3. The total annual budget of the sponsoring organization. A line item breakdown is not necessary.
4. Clarification of your organization's or fiscal sponsor's tax- exempt status
5. Contact information, including the address, phone and fax numbers, E-mail, and contact person.

Emergency Fund requests may be submitted at any time. The FEX Grants Department will make a determination as quickly as possible, usually within ten business days.

Applications for Media Justice Immediate Response Fund grants may be faxed to: 212-982-9272; ATTENTION: Media Justice Immediate Response Fund
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emailed to: hyejung.park-AT-fex.org