We condemn and mourn the killing of journalists throughout the world. A free press and the safety of those who bear witness are essential to truth, accountability, and humanity.
 
2025 Grant Recipients Announced!

Photo by Maen Hammad, 2025 W. Eugene Smith Fund Grant Recipient.

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Now More Than Ever

The W. Eugene Smith Fund supports independent photographers by funding grants that help keep our world informed and engaged. We at the Smith Fund are deeply concerned by the ongoing threat to journalists and journalism. 

Over the years, with your help we have supported countless visual storytellers, helping to shine light in dark corners since 1980. Whether it is one dollar or more, we make sure your donation is used to support the visual storytelling of dedicated journalists around the world. 

At this moment in history the work of journalists is crucial.

We thank you for your support.

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Where Are They Now?

Photo by Sarah Blesener, 2018 W. Eugene Smith Fund Grant Recipient.

Working on long-form work really can feel like writing poems in a dark corner.- Sarah Blesener

WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
 
Download “Body and Mind in the Field: Safety for Visual Journalists” Information Package

If you missed “Body and Mind in the Field: Safety for Visual Journalists” with Lauren Walsh and Marcus Yam, presented by the Eddie Adams Workshop and the W. Eugene Smith Fund, they’ve compiled a free PDF of key takeaways and resource links for you below. Please note that no recording of the webinar was made.

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