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Factchequeado is launching a call for applications to select 12 media outlets and partner organizations serving Latino communities in the United States and Puerto Rico that are interested in strengthening their production capabilities and access to funding with artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
Factchequeado's experience working over more than three years with Spanish-language media outlets in the United States shows that many newsrooms serving Latino communities are underfunded, overworked, and have very small teams, while also play a key role in providing information. Artificial intelligence, used responsibly, can help free up time from repetitive tasks, better organize workflows, and facilitate the development of grant applications. This program seeks precisely that: for AI to be a lever for these organizations to better serve Latino communities in the U.S. and have more time to listen to their audiences and respond to their specific information needs.
This initiative is part of the “Embracing AI for Good in Latino Communities” project, supported by the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, which seeks to reduce the digital and information divide affecting Latino communities through the responsible use of AI.
What does the program offer?
The 12 selected organizations will receive 6 months of training in adopting AI into their internal culture, along with tools that address some of their key challenges. Each media outlet will be matched with a tool or set of tools and support, including the following options:
Direct technology transfer from Chequeado and Maldita, founding organizations of Factchequeado and leaders in innovation and verification
Chequeado will share its Desgrabador Pro to streamline transcription and its AI Assistant to streamline editorial workflows, with features such as creating carousels, X threads, and video scripts, among others.
Maldita will make available the SocialScript AI and Search your Archive tools to leverage archives and optimize content production for social networks and channels such as WhatsApp.
Access to a new Factchequeado assistant to improve grant applications and increase their chances of securing funding
A Grant Acquisition Assistant built using AI developed by Factchequeado specifically for Spanish-language media, which will support the identification, drafting, and preparation of applications for funding.
$3,000 in funding per organization
To support the adoption of AI tools and the implementation of improvements in internal processes.
The funding also covers mandatory participation in the program's virtual workshops.
Support for 6 months in 2026
Training sessions with experts and mentoring to develop or update internal policies on the ethical use of AI and to integrate these tools into everyday workflows.
Who is this call for applications aimed at?
The program is designed for:
Media outlets and organizations serving Latino communities in the United States with small or medium-sized teams that want to make a leap in quality and sustainability.
Newsrooms with a genuine interest in adopting AI responsibly, improving their efficiency, and professionalizing their funding strategy.
Organizations that are part of Factchequeado's network of partners in the United States and Puerto Rico.
The program will last six months, beginning in February 2026.
What will the media outlets/organizations selected for the program commit to?
To participate in all workshop sessions.
To deliver a specific product that demonstrates the adoption of AI in their team, which could include:
To draft a written internal AI policy and ethical guidelines for using AI in editorial work (mandatory).
An updated editorial workflow that integrates AI tools.
AI-assisted content (articles, videos, social media posts) produced with the tools provided during the program
A set of content pieces that transparently inform audiences about the organization’s AI use policies.
To track and measure the project's impact within their organization and share the results and lessons learned with Factchequeado and its partners.
Key dates and how to apply
Call for applications opens: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Call for applications closes: Monday, January 12, 2026
The application form and complete rules are available on Factchequeado.com as of December 23, 2025.
