Facebook fake news grants

You're referring to the Facebook grants program that aims to combat misinformation and disinformation on the platform!

In 2018, Facebook launched the "Facebook Journalism Project" (FJP) to support local news organizations and fact-checking initiatives. As part of this effort, they established the "Facebook Grants" program to provide funding to organizations working to combat misinformation and disinformation.

Here are some key details about the Facebook Grants program:

Eligibility: The program is open to non-profit organizations, academic institutions, and government agencies that focus on fact-checking, media literacy, and journalism.

Focus areas: The grants support projects that:

  1. Fact-checking: Develop and maintain fact-checking initiatives to verify the accuracy of news stories and identify misinformation.
  2. Media literacy: Create educational programs and resources to help people develop critical thinking skills and identify false information.
  3. Journalism: Support local news organizations and investigative journalism projects to promote high-quality reporting and accountability.

Grant amounts: The grants range from $50,000 to $1 million, depending on the scope and impact of the project.

Application process: Organizations can apply for grants through the Facebook Grants portal. The application process typically involves submitting a proposal outlining the project's goals, methodology, and expected outcomes.

Evaluation criteria: Facebook evaluates grant applications based on factors such as:

  1. Impact: The potential impact of the project on combating misinformation and promoting media literacy.
  2. Innovation: The project's innovative approach to addressing misinformation and promoting fact-checking.
  3. Partnerships: The project's potential to collaborate with other organizations, including local news outlets, fact-checking initiatives, and government agencies.

Notable grantees: Some notable organizations that have received Facebook Grants include:

  1. Fact-checking initiatives: Snopes, PolitiFact, and FactCheck.org.
  2. Media literacy programs: The News Literacy Project, MediaWise, and the Poynter Institute.
  3. Local news organizations: The Guardian, The Washington Post, and The New York Times.

By supporting these organizations, Facebook aims to promote a more informed and engaged online community, where people can access accurate and trustworthy information.