Crisis Assistance for Journalists

The Crisis Assistance for Journalists of the Press Foundation Baden-Württemberg supports freelance journalists as well as young editors in Baden-Württemberg who have fallen into economic or health-related distress through no fault of their own. In view of shrinking assignments and individual extreme situations, the foundation offers unlimited grants to secure livelihoods and build an independent existence. Monthly allowances help to restore professional stability and enable short-term bridging. Thus, the crisis assistance makes an important contribution to ensuring that media professionals can continue their work and maintain the societal flow of information.

Eligible to apply are single individuals as well as those with multiple employments residing in Baden-Württemberg who can prove their precarious situation is through no fault of their own. Eligible expenses include daily living costs as well as one-time start-up grants for reorientation in journalism. The decision is made based on the urgency of the distress and proof of lack of fault. A detailed self-disclosure and an informal inquiry by email are sufficient to initiate the process. Since continuous applications are possible, those affected can apply for assistance at any time and thus receive quick and unbureaucratic support during challenging life phases.