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Pollen Initiative

Alameda, California, United States

The Pollen Initiative is dedicated to cultivating media centers inside prisons and jails across the United States. Through hands-on journalism and audiovisual training, as well as leadership programs that facilitate personal growth and transferable skills, the projects led by incarcerated writers and media producers contribute to more balanced, grounded narratives both inside and outside. They support existing prison newsrooms, like the historic San Quentin News, as well as emerging newsrooms and media projects across the country.

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Grant history

Year awarded: 2023
Period: 1 year
Amount awarded: $334,800
Purpose: General Operating Support
Notes: Fiscal Sponsor: Social Good Fund

Year awarded: 2020
Period: 1 year
Amount awarded: $38,093
Purpose: Matching Grant for Annual Gala
Notes: Fiscal Sponsor: Social Good Fund

Year awarded: 2018
Period: 3 years
Amount awarded: $486,858
Purpose: General Operating Support and Expansion Support
Notes: Fiscal Sponsor: Social Good Fund