Reporters Without Borders

Are you a freelancer, independent journalist, or small newsroom journalist covering protests, civil unrest, immigration enforcement, natural disasters, or other high-risk stories? 

Amid escalating attacks against journalists, Reporters Without Borders (RSF USA) launched the Providing Reporters with Emergency Safety Supplies (PRESS) Fund. This national grant program reimburses at-risk journalists for essential safety equipment and connects them with advanced safety training through our partners.

RSF USA invites journalists who lack institutional support and report from high-risk environments to apply. The PRESS Fund covers the cost of eligible safety equipment, with reimbursements of up to $1,221 for items including:

  • Eye protection (up to $17)
  • Full-face respirator masks (up to $340)*
  • Replacement filters (up to $44)
  • Individual first aid kits (up to $150)
  • Helmets (up to $70)
  • Ballistic vests (up to $600)*

*Additional vetting required. 

Apply for funding here! Please note that all gear is strictly intended for journalistic purposes within the United States.

Beyond equipment grants, RSF USA provides a comprehensive resources guide covering digital and physical safety, mental health, legal advice, and more. You can also explore our partners’ resources for safety training and legal support for freelancers.

Questions? Contact RSF securely at rsf-usa@rsfsecure.org.

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