The Robin Reisig Fund aims to create opportunities for young women pursuing passion projects. We believe in the power of individuals who are committed to changing the world. This grant targets social entrepreneurs, journalists, documentary filmmakers, and other creative individuals with a particular project in mind.

Applicants must have a specific, scalable use for the grant money, and demonstrate an innovative but pragmatic plan for it. Grant money can be used toward a single chosen project, act as seed money for testing an initiative, or fund travel for journalism or filmmaking research.

The Robin Reisig Fund uses a rigorous selection process: Our due diligence includes reference checks and follow-up calls. We select and support one grantee per year, offering a one-time grant of $2,000 for the project of her choice.

Robin Reisig is a journalist and teacher who has, since 1983, fostered a dedicated following among her students at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. Her past work includes covering the civil rights movement, the women's movement, and antiwar protests. She has reported for The Village Voice and freelanced for many publications. She also worked as an editor for Newsday. In 2006 she received the Journalism Alumni Award from Columbia University. 

The Robin Reisig Fund was founded in 2009.

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