Supporting the pursuit of truth one story at a time.
Apply below and get up to €500 in funding.
We want to uncover the untold stories that need to be heard
At Good Tape, we believe journalism isn’t just a profession.
It’s an act of courage. A commitment. A calling to uncover the stories that shape our world, and to give a voice to the voiceless.
It’s why we created the Good Tape Grant where we provide support up to €500 to journalists working on good stories, but who need the funds to make it happen. The grant is intended for journalists and storytellers in developing countries, but can we welcome anyone who is working on a meaningful story to apply. Your story matters, and the world deserves to hear it.
Journalists dedicate themselves to the pursuit of truth and bringing stories to light.
Lasse Finderup, CEO Good Tape
What does the Good Tape Grant include?
Up to €500 to support your story
Use the money on whatever you need: transportation, equipment, childcare, food, tools, or to simply pay yourself for the hours you put into your story.
Full freedom and trust
We don’t tell you how to spend the money, and we don’t require documentation. All we ask is that you send us the finished story when you’re ready.
Good Tape Pro for free
We want you to work faster, transcribe interviews instantly, and focus on building the story. You’ll get 1 year of Good Tape Pro for free.
Global distribution
Selected stories will be featured on our front page where it will be seen by millions of people.
Newsrooms across the globe use Good Tape to tell more stories, so it feels genuinely meaningful to give something back.
Lasse Finderup, CEO Good Tape
Who can apply for the Good Tape Grant?
While the grant is intended for journalists in developing countries, we welcome applications from anyone who needs support to work on a story that matters. You don’t need a full-time job in journalism. In fact, this grant is meant for people who don’t have stable newsroom resources behind them. If you’re working on something you feel is important to you or your community then you’re eligible. Just click apply now, fill out the form, and we’ll contact you if you are selected. We treat all applications we receive with extreme confidentiality and that nothing will be shared externally without your written approval.
Interested to volunteer?
We’re looking for experienced journalists and editors who want to give back to the community. Do you have 1–2 hours per year? Join our grant panel and help choose which stories get supported. Your perspective matters. Your experience matters. And your voice helps ensure that the selection process stays fair, independent, and rooted in journalistic integrity.
We intentionally outsource the decision-making to respected professionals so that Good Tape never influences the content of the stories. The grant exists to support journalism, not shape it, and keeping that distance is important to us.
Help center (FAQ)
Who can apply for the Good Tape Grant?
The grant was intended for journalists in developing countries who needs support. However we invite everyone to apply if you need additional funds. Journalists, freelancers, bloggers, vloggers, photographers, videographers, students, and independent storytellers are all welcome.
Do I need to be a full-time journalist?
No. In fact, this grant is not intended for people with stable, full-time newsroom jobs. It’s designed for freelancers, independent reporters, and people documenting their communities without institutional support.
What kinds of stories qualify?
Any story you believe is important: local, national, or international. Investigations, community reporting, personal narratives, photo essays, video pieces, human rights stories, environmental reporting, or anything that contributes meaningfully to public understanding.
What can the grant be used for?
Whatever helps you complete your story. We don’t require receipts or documentation.
Do I need to publish the story with Good Tape?
No. You keep all rights to your work. You’re free to publish it anywhere you choose. We simply ask that you send us the finished story, and if you wish, we may feature it on our homepage to help it reach millions of people.
What languages are accepted?
All languages. English is not required. If we need to translate the article or export SRT files in other languages we always have Good Tape to help us.
Who selects the recipients?
We’re currently recruiting apanel of respected editors and journalists from different newsrooms around the world reviews all applications and chooses the grant recipients. Until then We have a small group internal group together with Professor Yumi Wilson.
What else do recipients receive?
Besides a grant of up to €500. Recipients also receive Good Tape Pro for one year and visibility on the Good Tape front page (optional).
When do you choose the recipients?
We select the recipients on an ongoing basis. Expect 4-6 weeks for a reply.
When I apply, is the process confidential?
Yes. we treat everything we receive with extreme confidentiality and nothing will be ever be shared externally without written approval from you. You remain in control at all times.