Radio Awards Directory
Updated December 29, 2009
Direct contact with the granting entity is always recommended.
American Society for Microbiology (ASM) Public Communications Award
The ASM Public Communications Award, sponsored by ASM, recognizes outstanding achievement in increasing public awareness, knowledge and understanding of microbiology. Microbiology is concerned with issues such as the environment, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases, laboratory and diagnostic medicine, and food and water safety, among others.
| Agency | : | American Society for Microbiology (ASM) |
| Deadline | : | January 31, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | 1752 N Street, NW |
| Contact | : | Garth Hogan |
| (202) 942-9207 (Office) | ||
| http://www.asm.org/ | ||
| : | ghogan@asmusa.org | |
The Transmission Project
The Transmission Project amplifies the power of public media and technology. We place Digital Arts Service Corps members in support of capacity-building projects for organizations working to bring individuals and communities out of poverty through developing opportunities and resources necessary to contribute and participate fully in our economy and democracy.
| Agency | : | AmeriCorps |
| Deadline | : | March 15, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | 100 Morrissey Blvd. |
| Contact | : | Belinda Rawlins |
| (617) 287-7371 (Home) | ||
| http://transmissionproject.org/ | ||
| : | info@transmissionproject.org | |
The James V. Risser Prize for Western Environmental Journalism
The award is given each year for work published or broadcast during the previous year. The winner receives a $5,000 prize and participates in a public symposium at Stanford with journalists, academics and others whose work focuses on Western environmental issues.
| Agency | : | Stanford University |
| Deadline | : | March 15, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $5,000 |
| Address | : | Stanford University Building 120 – Room 424 |
| Contact | : | n/a |
| (650) 723-4937 (Home) | ||
| http://risserprize.stanford.edu | ||
| : | risserprize@lists.stanford.edu | |
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Kavli Science Journalism Award
The AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards represent the pinnacle of achievement for professional journalists in the science writing field. The awards recognize outstanding reporting for a general audience and honor individuals (rather than institutions, publishers or employers) for their coverage of the sciences, engineering and mathematics.
| Agency | : | American Association for the Advancement of Science |
| Deadline | : | August (2009 closed) Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | July 1-June 30, 2010 |
| Award | : | $3,000, plaque, travel |
| Address | : | Office of Public Programs 1200 New York Ave., NW |
| Contact | : | American Association for the Advancement of Science |
| http://www.aaas.org/aboutaaas/awards/sja/index.shtml | ||
| : | media@aaas.org | |
AAJA National Awards
Honors AAJA members and non-member Asian American professional journalists for coverage of all subjects, and all professional journalists for coverage of Asian American issues.
| Agency | : | Asian American Journalists Association |
| Deadline | : | Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Previous Year |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | AAJA 118 Market Street Suite 230 |
| Contact | : | AAJA |
| http://www.aaja.org/programs/awards/ | ||
American Geophysical Union (AGU) Awards for Excellence in Science Journalism
The Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism - Features now recognizes excellence in reporting, generally produced with deadlines of longer than one week, that explains the background of scientific discoveries or principles. It is named for Walter Sullivan of The New York Times, first recipient of the award for his lifetime achievement in science writing.
The David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism - News recognizes excellence in reporting news of scientific advances, generally produced under deadline pressure of one week or less. It is named for David Perlman, Science Editor of the San Francisco Chronicle and 1997 winner of the AGU Award for Sustained Achievement in Science Journalism.
| Agency | : | American Geophysical Union |
| Deadline | : | November (check website) |
| Period of Coverage | : | November through October of next year |
| Award | : | $2, 000, plaque, and travel |
| Address | : | American Geophysical Union 2000 Florida Ave., NW |
| Contact | : | Harvey Liefert |
| http://www.agu.org/sci_soc/sci_awards.html#sullivan | ||
American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) Media Awards
For outstanding reporting on research in biology in both print andbroadcast.
| Agency | : | American Institute of Biological Sciences |
| Deadline | : | January - check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $1,000 and Travel |
| Address | : | American Institute of Biological Sciences 1444 I St., NW, #200 |
| Contact | : | Dona Royston |
| http://www.aibs.org/about-aibs/award_aibs_media.html | ||
American Society of Anesthesiologists
Given to outstanding media presentations that effectively inform and educate the public about the practice of anesthesiology.
| Agency | : | Annual Media Award |
| Deadline | : | |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Plaque + Travel |
| Address | : | 520 N. Northwest Highway |
| Contact | : | R. Lawrence Sullivan, Jr., M.D. Chair, Committee on Communications American Society of Anesthesiologists |
| http://www.asahq.org | ||
American Society on Aging (ASA) Media Awards
Presented in two categories -- national and local/ regional media-- to journalists whose work has had an exceptional impact on public awareness of aging issues.
| Agency | : | American Society on Aging |
| Deadline | : | check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Recognition Only |
| Address | : | American Society on Aging 833 Market St., #511 |
| Contact | : | Valerie Jones |
| 415-974-9602 (Office) | ||
| (415) 974-0300 (Fax) | ||
| http://www.asaging.org/asav2/awards/ | ||
| : | awards@asaging.org | |
Audie Awards
The only awards program in the United States recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken word entertainment.Includes four new categories: Biography, Science Fiction, Inspirational Fiction, and Audio Drama.
| Agency | : | Audio Publishers Association |
| Deadline | : | (Aug 21 and Oct 16) - check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Certificate |
| Address | : | Audio Publishers Association 191 Clarksville Road |
| Contact | : | Laura D. Skoff, CAE |
| http://www.audiopub.org | ||
Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Awards for Broadcast Journalism
Honoring the best in Television and Radio News and Public Affairs Programming. Eligibility: Work must have aired in U.S. Radio between July 1 and June 30 of each entry season. Radio entry fee $50. The duPont-Columbia award isconsidered to be the broadcast equivalent of the Pulitzer Prize.
***Long-form entries running longer than 2 hours must be postmarked by June 15. All other entries must be postmarked by July 1. Extensions will be granted at the sole discretion of the Director.***
| Agency | : | Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University |
| Deadline | : | June -Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | July 1, 2008, and June 30, 2009. |
| Award | : | Gold or Silver Baton |
| Address | : | The Alfred I. duPont Center Columbia University |
| Contact | : | Jonnet Abeles, Dir. |
| http://www.dupont.org | ||
Education Writers Association Awards for Education Reporting
Reporters in print (including trade publications), broadcast and online media are encouraged to submit outstanding work covering education - pre-K, K-12 schools or higher education. Reporters in 18 different categories will be honored for their work in beat coverage, features, series, opinion and investigative stories.
| Agency | : | Education Writers Association |
| Deadline | : | January 22, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $250-$1, 000 and a plaque |
| Address | : | Education Writers Association 2122 P. St., NW #201 |
| Contact | : | Education Writers Association |
| http://www.ewa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=contest | ||
Bart Richards Award for Media Criticism
The award recognizes distinguished contributions to the improvement of print and broadcast journalism through responsible analysis or critical evaluation. The award is one of the few in the country to take a hard look at the media and the job being done by publishers, editors, and reporters.
| Agency | : | Pennsylvania State University |
| Deadline | : | January 31, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000 |
| Address | : | Penn State College of Communications 302 James Building |
| Contact | : | Steve Sampsell |
| http://comm.psu.edu/about/centers/bart | ||
BBC International Radio Playwriting Competition
Playwriting competition for writers living anywhere except the UnitedKingdom; plays must be in English. Runs biennially. Once again, we have two first prizes: for the best play by a writer with English as their first language, and for the best play by a writer with English as their second language.
| Agency | : | British Broadcasting Corporation World Service |
| Deadline | : | March |
| Period of Coverage | : | none |
| Award | : | First Prize, 2,500 sterling and travel to London |
| Address | : | BBC World Service Drama Playwriting Competition Room 636 Broadcasting House |
| Contact | : | Tabitha Frankel |
| http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/indepth/radioplay2008.shtml | ||
Beth Fonda, Morris Fishbein, Digital Communications Awards
Offers four awards for excellence in medical writing for healthprofessionals and lay audiences in print and digital media. Entry fee$35-$50.
| Agency | : | America Medical Writers Assoc., Greater Chicago Area Chapter |
| Deadline | : | 15/03/2005 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar Year |
| Award | : | Membership + Certificate + Travel |
| Address | : | American Medical Writers Association, Greater Chicago Area Chapter 515 N. State St. |
| Contact | : | Elisabeth Caron |
Casey Medals for Meritorious Journalism
The Casey Medals for Meritorious Journalism recognize exemplary reporting on U.S. children and families, particularly the disadvantaged. Winners in 14 categories receive $1,000 and a Casey Medal.
| Agency | : | Casey Journalism Center on Children & Families |
| Deadline | : | March 5, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | January 1 - December 31, 2008 |
| Award | : | $1, 000 |
| Address | : | Journalism Center on Children & Families University of Maryland |
| Contact | : | Shannon Machado, Program Coordinator |
| http://www.journalismcenter.org/content/history-and-guidelines | ||
Clarion Awards Association for Women in Communication
The Clarions honor excellence in 132 categories across all communications disciplines, with 10 radio categories. Highly sought after by both men and women, the Clarions, named for the medieval trumpet known for its clarity, symbolize excellence in clear, concise, communications. Clarion winners represent media companies large and small, leading corporations, small businesses, and nonprofit associations and institutions.
| Agency | : | The Association for Women in Communications |
| Deadline | : | Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | January 1 - December 31 |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | Association for Women in Communications Silver Reach Center 3337 Duke st. |
| Contact | : | Kathryn Jordan |
| http://www.womcom.org/awards/clarion.asp | ||
Courage in Journalism Awards
International award for women in media, including radio, spotlighting journalism demonstrating courage and conviction in thepractice of the craft.
| Agency | : | International Women's Media Foundation |
| Deadline | : | TBA |
| Period of Coverage | : | no specific period |
| Award | : | $2, 000 + crystal sculpture |
| Address | : | International Women's Media Foundation 1726 M St., NW, #1002 |
| Contact | : | Amy Johnson, Director of Programs |
| http://www.iwmf.org | ||
National Association of Broadcasters Radio Awards
Crystal Radio Awards (Feb 1)- Recognize radio stations for their outstanding year-round commitment to community service.
Distinguished Service Award - Given to broadcasters who have made a significant and lasting contribution to the American system of broadcasting.
NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame Awards Radio Inductees - The NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame recognizes Radio and Television personalities or programs that have earned a place in broadcasting history.
National Radio Award - Each year the National Radio Award honors an individual who is an outstanding leader in the radio industry. The NAB Radio Executive Committee selects the award recipient. Their decision is announced late spring/early summer. The award is presented annually during the Radio Luncheon at The NAB Radio Show.
Marconi Radio Awards - Given to radio stations and outstanding on-air personalities to recognize excellence in radio. An independent task force selected finalists in 21 categories.
| Agency | : | National Association of Broadcasters |
| Deadline | : | varies |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | National Association of Broadcasters 1771 N St reet NW |
| Contact | : | Chris Suever |
| http://www.nab.org | ||
Dalton Pen Awards
Established in 1993 by Warwick Publishing, The Dalton Pen Communications Awards program is a prestigious, internationalevaluation forum designed to recognize outstanding projects in thecommunications field.
| Agency | : | Warwick Publishing |
| Deadline | : | on hiatus |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Engraved trophy |
| Address | : | Warwick Publishing 2995 Woodside Road, Suite 400 |
| Contact | : | Warwick Publishing |
| http://www.daltonpen.com/ | ||
Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize
Honoring individual news work of significance and quality by a young journalist in public radio. Entrants must be 35 years old or younger.
| Agency | : | WBUR, NPR, and Boston University |
| Deadline | : | Sep 11,2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $5, 000 |
| Address | : | The WBUR Group 890 Commonwealth Ave. |
| Contact | : | Steve Elman |
| http://www.wbur.org/about/schorr-prize | ||
Distinguished Journalism Awards
Five categories, including radio, recognizes journalists who have contributed significantly to understanding of epilepsy and efforts to find causes and cures, as well as the way in which people live with the condition.
| Agency | : | Epilepsy Foundation |
| Deadline | : | June, Check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $1, 000 + travel |
| Address | : | Epilepsy Foundation 4351 Garden City Dr. |
| Contact | : | Carolyn Johnson |
| http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org | ||
Distinguished Literary Contribution Awards
Two awards to recognize outstanding journalistic (including radio) or other efforts that contribute to the enhancement and expansion ofpublic understanding of the profession of electronic engineering.
| Agency | : | Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers |
| Deadline | : | summer - check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Plaque + travel |
| Address | : | Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers 1828 L. St. |
| Contact | : | Sandra Kim |
| http://www.ieeeusa.org/volunteers/awards/award9.html | ||
National Association of Broadcasters Engineering Achievement Awards
Presented annually, the NAB Engineering Achievement Awards recognize individuals who have made a single contribution or multiple contributions that have significantly advanced the state of broadcast engineering.
| Agency | : | National Association of Broadcasters |
| Deadline | : | January 18, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Rolling |
| Award | : | Contact NAB |
| Address | : | National Association of Broadcasters 1771 N Street NW |
| Contact | : | Cheryl Coleridge |
| http://www.nab.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Awards3&Template=/TaggedPage/TaggedPageDisplay.... | ||
Excellence in Financial Journalism Award
To recognize reporters from the national and local press who contribute to a better understanding of business topics. The Society presents awards in six categories: print under 1500 words, print over 1500 words, television, radio, electronic media, and wire services.
| Agency | : | New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants |
| Deadline | : | February 1, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Jan 1- Dec 31 |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | Public Relations Manager New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants 530 Fifth Avenue |
| Contact | : | Lois Whitehead |
| http://www.nysscpa.org | ||
Excellence in Ocean Science Journalism
To recognize an outstanding record of achievement in communicating ocean science to the public. The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Ocean Science Journalism Award is given for a body of work that enhances public awareness of, interest in, and understanding of the ocean sciences and was published or broadcast within the last five years.
| Agency | : | Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution |
| Deadline | : | spring 2007 - see website |
| Period of Coverage | : | previous 5 years |
| Award | : | $5, 000 |
| Address | : | Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Fenno House MS #40 |
| Contact | : | Shelley Dawicki |
| http://www.whoi.edu/home/news/media_journalism_award.html | ||
Excellence in Urban Journalism Award
The annual award, offered in partnership with The Freedom Forum, encourages and recognizes quality reporting on major issues facing the nation\'s urban areas, particularly inner cities. The award is open to professional journalists who work in a variety of formats and submissions may be made by individuals or teams.
| Agency | : | Freedom Forum/Enterprise Foundation |
| Deadline | : | February 1, 2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $2,500 |
| Address | : | Enterprise Foundation, Communications Department 10227 Wincopin Circle #500 |
| Contact | : | Serena Cardenas |
| http://www.enterprisecommunity.org/programs/awards/excellence_in_urban_journalism_award/de... | ||
Exceptional Merit Media Awards
Makes a broad range of "EMMA" awards in most media, including radio, that explore and further their mission: increasing the number ofpro-choice women in elected and appointed office regardless of partyaffiliation.
| Agency | : | National Women's Political Caucus |
| Deadline | : | TBA |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Statuette (no cash awards) |
| Address | : | 1634 I Street NW, Suite 310 |
| Contact | : | National Women's Political Caucus |
| http://www.nwpc.org | ||
Fire Fighters Media Awards Contest
Honors news media that best portray the professional and hazardouswork of fire fighters in the U.S. and Canada. Categories include large-and small-circulation newspapers and magazines, television, radio, and photography.
| Agency | : | International Association of Fire Fighters |
| Deadline | : | May 1, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | January 1 - December 31 |
| Award | : | $200-$400 |
| Address | : | Pete Janhunen International Association of Firefighters 1750 New York Ave., NW |
| Contact | : | International Association of Fire Fighters |
| http://www.iaff.org/build/public/07rules.html | ||
Fourth Estate Award American Legion
Presented annually to an individual, publication or broadcast organization for outstanding achievement in the field of journalism.
| Agency | : | The American Legion |
| Deadline | : | January 31, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $2, 000 |
| Address | : | The American Legion Public Relations Division 700 N. Pennsylvania St. |
| Contact | : | The American Legion |
| http://www.legion.org/?section=pub_relations&subsection=pr_fourthest&content=pr_fourthest | ||
Gabriel Awards
The Gabriel Awards are designed to honor works of excellence in broadcast programs, features, spots, and stations which serve viewers and listeners through the positive, creative treatment of concerns to humankind. The single most important criterion of a Gabriel winning program is its ability to uplift and nourish the human spirit.
| Agency | : | Catholic Academy for Professional Communication Arts |
| Deadline | : | March 11, 2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | January 1 - December 31 |
| Award | : | Statue |
| Address | : | Catholic Academy 901 Irving Ave. |
| Contact | : | Gabriel Awards Office |
| http://home.catholicweb.com/GabrielAwards/ | ||
George Foster Peabody Awards
The awards recognize distinguished achievement and meritorious service by radio and television networks, stations, producing organizations, cable television organizations and individuals. Its cited as the most prestigious awards in electronic media.
| Agency | : | University of Georgia |
| Deadline | : | January 15, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | January 1 - December 31 |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | College of Journalism & Mass Communications, University of Georgia Sanford Dr. at Baldwin St. |
| Contact | : | Thomas A. Hoover |
| (706) 542-3787 (Office) | ||
| (706) 542-8983 (Office) | ||
| http://www.peabody.uga.edu | ||
George Polk Award
The George Polk Awards in Journalism, administered by Long Island University, honors excellence in print and broadcast journalism.
| Agency | : | George Polk Awards Foundation |
| Deadline | : | January 8, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | Long Island University Brooklyn Center1 University Plaza |
| Contact | : | Robert Spector |
| http://www.brooklyn.liu.edu/polk/apply.html | ||
Global Media Awards for Excellence in Population Reporting
The Population Institute promotes recognition of population issues by honoring media and legislators that have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to bringing these issues to public attention and presenting reliable solutions to population problem. To this end the Institute annually selects journalists and other media through its annual Global Media Awards
| Agency | : | The Population Institute |
| Deadline | : | September 1, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | September 1, 2006 - September 1, 2007 |
| Award | : | expense paid study tour of the hosting country |
| Address | : | Population Institute 107 Second St. NE |
| Contact | : | Sujata Chakraborty |
| http://www.populationinstitute.org/awards-grants/global-media-awards/index.php | ||
Golden Mike Awards
Awards for news operations in southern California.
| Agency | : | Radio and Television News Association of Southern California |
| Deadline | : | Fall 2007 - check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | check website |
| Award | : | Statuette |
| Address | : | Radio Television News Association of Southern California 5710 E 7h Street, #281 |
| Contact | : | Carolyn Fox |
| http://www.rtna.org/ | ||
Goldsmith Prize for Investigative Reporting
Honors "journalism that promotes more effective or ethicalgovernment conduct, the creation of public policy, or the practice ofpolitics by disclosing excessive secrecy, impropriety, andmismanagement, or instances of particularly commendable governmentperf
| Agency | : | The Joan Shorenstein Center on the Press, Politics, and Public Policy, Kennedy School of Government |
| Deadline | : | 31/12/2004 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $25, 000 |
| Address | : | John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University Harvard University, 79 JFK Street |
| Contact | : | Alison Kommer, Goldsmith Awards Program, The Joan Shorenstein Center on the Press, Politics and Public Policy |
| http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/presspol/goldsmith/index.htm | ||
Gracie Allen Awards
Entry fees $40-165. Honors programming by women, for women or aboutwomen, as well as individuals who have made exemplary contributions tothe industry. Both national and local categories.
| Agency | : | Foundation of American Women in Radio and Television |
| Deadline | : | 23/12/2005 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Dec. 1 - Nov. 30 |
| Award | : | Statute |
| Address | : | American Women in Radio and Television 8405 Greensboro Dr., Ste. 800 |
| Contact | : | Melissa Lowe |
| http://www.awrt.org/awards/gracie_allen.html | ||
Harry Chapin Media Awards
The awards honor print and electronic media for outstandingcoverage of hunger and poverty issues, thereby offering distinction and prestige to independent and mainstream journalists alike.
| Agency | : | World Hunger Year, Inc. |
| Deadline | : | June 16, 2008 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000-$2, 500 |
| Address | : | World Hunger Year, Inc. 505 Eighth Ave, . 21st Floor |
| Contact | : | Lisa Batitto |
| http://www.worldhungeryear.org | ||
Harry E. Schlenz Public Education Medal
Presented to an individual who takes up the banner of water environment public education and presents it to the public in a productive process. The contribution should be in the area of journalism, film or video production, or any other communication form.
| Agency | : | Water Environment Federation |
| Deadline | : | check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Plaque |
| Address | : | Water Environment Federation 601 Wythe St. |
| Contact | : | Lori Burkhammer |
| http://www.weftec.org/PressRoom/Media/wefawardpressreleases.htm | ||
Hearst Journalism Awards
To recognize, reward and inspire exceptional journalism education in the United States. The program has awards scholarships to students demonstrating outstanding performance in college level journalism with matching grants to the universities whose faculty and programs contributed to the students' success.
Open to undergraduate college students only.
| Agency | : | The William Randolph Hearst Foundations |
| Deadline | : | February 6 and November 14, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | undergraduate academic career |
| Award | : | $500- $2,000 for top 10 winners |
| Address | : | Hearst Journalism Awards Programs, The William Randolph Hearst Foundations 90 New Montgomery Street Suite 121 2 |
| Contact | : | Jan Watten |
| http://www.hearstawards.org | ||
Helen Thomas Award for Excellence in Journalism or Outstanding Public Service
| Agency | : | American News Women's Club |
| Deadline | : | Year Round |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Certificate |
| Address | : | American News Women's Club 1607 22nd Street NW |
| Contact | : | |
| http//www.anwc.org | ||
Herbert Block Award
Funded by a bequest from the famed Washington Post politicalcartoonist, known professionally as Herblock, who died in October 2001at the age of 91. Awarded to the person or organization who bestdemonstrates the values Block cherished: compassion for the w
| Agency | : | The Newspaper Guild-Communication Workers of America |
| Deadline | : | TBA |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $5, 000 |
| Address | : | The Newspaper Guild-CWA 501 Third Street, N.W., 2nd Floor |
| Contact | : | |
| http://www.newsguild.org | ||
Heywood Broun Award
This annual competition is intended to encourage and recognizeindividual journalistic achievement by members of the working media, particularly if it helps right a wrong or correct an injustice.
| Agency | : | The Newspaper Guild-Communication Workers of America |
| Deadline | : | January 26, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $5, 000, plus two awards of $1, 000 for entries of substantialdistinction. One of the awards o f substantial distinction is for abroadcast (television or radio) entry. |
| Address | : | The Newspaper Guild-CWA 501 Third Street, N.W., 2nd Floor |
| Contact | : | Broun Award Committee |
| http//www.newsguild.org/awards/display.php?storyID=909 | ||
High School Journalism Awards
Recognizes outstanding news coverage of the issue of tobacco; open to 9th-12th-grade students only.
| Agency | : | Journalism Education Association |
| Deadline | : | 15/02/2006 |
| Period of Coverage | : | varies |
| Award | : | $250-$750 |
| Address | : | American Chemical Society, Journalism Education Association 1400 Eye St. #1200 |
| Contact | : | Alicia Harris |
| http://tobaccofreekids.org/campaign/journalism/ | ||
Howard L. Lewis Award
To recognize and honor the career achievements of journalists who have documented the considerable progress made in the fight against heart disease and stroke.
| Agency | : | American Heart Association |
| Deadline | : | Fall 2007 - check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Career |
| Award | : | $2,000 and Citation |
| Address | : | American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Ave. 7272 Greenville Avenue |
| Contact | : | Brigid Sanner |
| http://www.americanheart.org | ||
http://nasw.org/users/casw/cohn.htm
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International Broadcasting Excellence Award National Association of Broadcasters
To recognize international broadcast organizations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing the broadcast industry and the services they provide to their community and audiences. Two Awards are presented.
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | February 13, 2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Previous 2 years |
| Award | : | Crystal Trophy |
| Address | : | 1771 N Street NW |
| Contact | : | Emily Dorey |
| http://www.nab.org/Content/NavigationMenu/IndustryAreas/International/InternationalBroadca... | ||
New York Festivals International Radio Programming & Promotions Awards
New York Festivals International Radio Programming & Promotions Awards is an annual competition celebrating The World\'s Best Work in radio programming. Broad categories include: news programs, news inserts, documentary/information, entertainment, talk, on air talent, craft and technique, programming format, morning drive time programming, promotion spots and IDs, and audio podcasts.
| Agency | : | New York Festivals |
| Deadline | : | March, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | plaque |
| Address | : | 7 West 36th Street, 14th Floor |
| Contact | : | New York Festivals |
| http://www.newyorkfestivals.com | ||
Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) Awards
To recognize outstanding investigative work in print, broadcast, and online media.
| Agency | : | Investigative Reporters and Editors Association |
| Deadline | : | January 8, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | medal or certificate |
| Address | : | Investigative Reporters and Editors Association 138 Neff Annex School of Journalism University of Missouri |
| Contact | : | Beth Kopine |
| http://www.ire.org/resourcecenter/contest/ | ||
Knight Batten Awards for Innovations in Journalism
To spotlight news and information that rewards novel efforts to involve citizens actively in public issues, to invite their participation and create entry points that stir their imagination and engagement.
| Agency | : | J-Lab: Institute for Interactive Journalism |
| Deadline | : | June |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $1,000 |
| Address | : | Pew Center for Innovative Journalism 7100 Baltimore Ave., Suite 101 |
| Contact | : | Julie Strobel |
| http://www.j-lab.org/batten.shtml | ||
James T. Grady-James H. Stack Award for Interpreting Chemistry for the Public
To recognize, encourage, and stimulate outstanding reportingdirectly to the public, which materially increases the public'sknowledge and understanding of chemistry, chemical engineering, andrelated fields.
| Agency | : | American Chemical Society |
| Deadline | : | check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $3, 000, medal, travel |
| Address | : | Office of Awards Program 1155 16th St., NW |
| Contact | : | Alicia Harris American Chemical Society |
| http://www.chemistry.org/awards/ | ||
Livingston Awards for Young Journalists
Three $10, 000 awards presented for the best examples of print, online or broadcast journalism in three categories: local, national, and international affairs. Entries must be directly related to current events or include new information about old events.
| Agency | : | Mollie Parnis Livingston Foundation |
| Deadline | : | February 1 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $10, 000 |
| Address | : | The Livingston Awards, Wallace House University of Michigan 620 Oxford Rd. |
| Contact | : | Charles R. Eisendrath, Director or Birgit Rieck |
| http://www.livawards.org | ||
Louis E. Burnham Award
Granted each year to commemorate the legacy of Louis E. Burnham.Burnham, born in Harlem on Sept. 29, 1915 to Barbadian immigrantparents, went on to become a student leader at City College of NewYork, organizational leader of the Southern Negro Youth Congr
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | |
| Period of Coverage | : | Contact organization for more information |
| Award | : | $5, 000 |
| Address | : | 328 Flatbush Ave. #252 Brooklyn, NY 11238 dottyburn@aol.com |
| Contact | : | Dorothy Burnham |
Maggie Awards
Recognizes exceptional achievement by the media and arts and entertainment industries in support of reproductive rights and health care issues, including contraception, sexuality education, teen pregnancy, abortion, and international family planning.
| Agency | : | Planned Parenthood Federation of America |
| Deadline | : | January 31, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Plaque |
| Address | : | Planned Parenthood Federation of America 434 West 33rd Street |
| Contact | : | Joy Callender |
| http://www.plannedparenthood.org/news-articles-press/politics-policy-issues/ppfa-maggie-aw... | ||
Marconi Radio Awards
The NAB Marconi Radio Awards, presented at The NAB Radio Show each Fall, honor radio stations and outstanding on-air personalities for excellence in radio. An independent task force selected finalists in 21 categories.
| Agency | : | National Association of Broadcasters |
| Deadline | : | check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Trophy |
| Address | : | National Association of Broadcasters 1771 N Street NW |
| Contact | : | Dennis Wharton |
| http://www.nab.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Awards&Template=/TaggedPage/TaggedPageDisplay.c... | ||
Maria Moors Cabot Prize
Awarded each fall to three or four journalists in the Western Hemisphere who, through their sustained and distinguished body of work, have contributed to inter-American understanding. Occasionally the award goes to an organization that has made a similar contribution.
| Agency | : | Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism |
| Deadline | : | February 15th |
| Period of Coverage | : | Career |
| Award | : | Cabot Medal + $5, 000 + Travel + plaque for winner\\\'s news organization |
| Address | : | Graduate School of Journalism Columbia University 2950 Broadway MC 3809 |
| Contact | : | CUGSJ |
| (212) 854-5974 (Office) | ||
| http://www.jrn.columbia.edu/events/cabot/ | ||
| : | cabotprizes@columbia.edu | |
Mark Time/Ogle Awards for Audio Theatre
The Mark Time Award is given each year to honor the Best Science Fiction Audio Production on the Planet. The Ogle Award for Best Fantasy Audio Production of the Year is given to audio production that doesn\'t quite fall under the criteria of Science Fiction - includes magical \"high\" fantasy, sword and sorcery, horror, modern urban fantasy.
| Agency | : | American Society for Science Fiction |
| Deadline | : | Tentative: March 1 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Gold and Silver Mark Time; Gold and Silver Ogle |
| Address | : | 3421 44th Ave. |
| Contact | : | Jerry Stearns |
| http://www.greatnorthernaudio.com/MarkTime/MarkTime.html | ||
| : | jerry@greatnorthernaudio.com | |
Max Karant Awards for Excellence in Aviation coverage
Presented for fair, accurate and insightful reporting of general aviation for radio, print, and television.
| Agency | : | Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association |
| Deadline | : | April 16, 2007 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000 + plaque + travel |
| Address | : | Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association |
| Contact | : | Patricia L. Rishel |
| http://www.aopa.org/special/karant/ | ||
Michael E. DeBakey Journalism Award
Recognizes outstanding investigative or interpretive reporting about scientific discovery involving animal models. Work that contributes to public understanding, respect and appreciation for the humane and responsible use of animals in medical and scientific advancement will be carefully considered.
| Agency | : | Foundation for Biomedical Research |
| Deadline | : | Check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Check website |
| Award | : | $1,000-$2,000 |
| Address | : | Foundation for Biomedical Research 818 Connecticut Ave. NW #200 |
| Contact | : | VP of Public Affairs |
| (202) 457-0654 (Office) | ||
| http://www.fbresearch.org/Journalists/DeBakeyAwards.htm | ||
| : | dmartuso@fbresearch.org | |
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Awards
Recognizes exemplary coverage of people or issues in the African Diaspora and is open to all professional print, photo, television, radio and online journalists.
| Agency | : | National Association of Black Journalists |
| Deadline | : | Check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Check website |
| Award | : | Check website |
| Address | : | University of Maryland 8701-A Adelphi Road |
| Contact | : | Ryan Williams |
| http://nabj.org/awards/excellence/index.php | ||
Native American Journalists Association (NAJA) Media Awards
Celebrates the outstanding achievements of NAJA\'s diverse membership. Various categories, including radio.
| Agency | : | Native American Journalists Association. |
| Deadline | : | February, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | calendar year |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | 555 Dakota St. Al Neuharth Media Center |
| Contact | : | Native American Journalists Association University of South Dakota |
| http://www.naja.com | ||
Nancy Dickerson Whitehead Awards for Excellence in Reporting on Drug & Alcohol Problems
These awards honor journalist Nancy Dickerson Whitehead\'s efforts to improve media coverage of drug issues. Given annually to two journalists, one from print media and one from broadcast (radio or television), who have demonstrated the highest standards of reporting on drug issues.
| Agency | : | Drug Strategies |
| Deadline | : | Check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | 6/2/06-6/1/07. |
| Award | : | $10, 000 |
| Address | : | Nancy Dickerson Whitehead Awards 1250 Eye St. N.W., Suite 800 |
| Contact | : | Gretchen Wright |
| http://www.drugstrategies.org/awards.html | ||
National Audio Theatre Competition (NATF) Script Competition
The National Audio Theatre Festivals\' mission is to advocate the further development and practice of audio theatre. Audio theatre is a unique and collaborative medium. Like any good theatre, audio (or radio) theatre always begins with a well-written, perceptive, entertaining script. Use of sound and appropriateness to the medium is considered. Maximum length for this contest - 30 minutes.
| Agency | : | National Audio Theatre Festivals |
| Deadline | : | Tentative: November 2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Check website |
| Award | : | $800 split between winners |
| Address | : | National Audio Theatre Festivals 115 Dikeman St. |
| Contact | : | Sue Zizza |
| http://www.natf.org/ | ||
National Awards for Education Reporting
Recognizes the best education reporting in the print and broadcast media.
| Agency | : | Education Writers Association |
| Deadline | : | Tentative: January |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $250-$1, 000 |
| Address | : | Education Writers Association 2122 P. St. NW #201 |
| Contact | : | Lisa Walker |
| http://www.ewa.org | ||
National Headliner Awards
This award recognizes outstanding print and broadcast work. Radio categories include: best newscast, public service, coverage of a spot news event, continuing coverage of a single news event, documentary or series of reports, and feature or human interest.
| Agency | : | Press Club of Atlantic City |
| Deadline | : | January, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1,500 |
| Address | : | Press Club of Atlantic City 226 Mt. Vernon Ave., PO Box 239 |
| Contact | : | Michael R. Schurman |
| http://www.nationalheadlinerawards.com/ | ||
National Journalism Awards
The awards recognize excellence in 17 categories, including editorial writing; human interest writing; environmental and public service reporting; investigative reporting; business/economics reporting; commentary; photojournalism; radio and television journalism; college cartooning; Web reporting; and editorial cartooning. The awards also honor distinguished service to journalism education and the First Amendment.
| Agency | : | Scrips Howard Foundation |
| Deadline | : | January, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $10,000 |
| Address | : | Scripps Howard Foundation 312 Walnut St. 28th Fl. |
| Contact | : | National Journalism Awards |
| http://foundation.scripps.com/foundation/programs/nja/nja.html | ||
National Lesbian & Gay Journalism Award
These awards recognize excellence in journalism on issues related to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities. Open to all journalists in the United States, regardless of sexual orientation, the awards honor journalistic merit in a range of
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | No awards in 2009, check website |
| Period of Coverage | : | June 1 to May 31 |
| Award | : | 500 |
| Address | : | NLGJA 1420 K Street NW, Suite #910 |
| Contact | : | Pamela Strother, Exec. Dir. |
| http://www.nlgja.org/awards/index.html | ||
National Press Club Awards
Numerous applicable awards, including Consumer Journalism Award, Arthur Rowse Award for Press Criticism, Edwin M. Hood Award for Diplomatic Correspondence, Robert L. Kozik Award for Environmental reporting, and Online Journalism Award.
| Agency | : | National Press Club |
| Deadline | : | May, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Check website |
| Award | : | Check website |
| Address | : | 529 14th Street NW |
| Contact | : | NPC |
| http://press.org/activities/awards.cfm | ||
NBNA Radio/TV Awards
The NBNA awards recognize the best professional and student broadcast journalists in Nebraska, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
| Agency | : | Northwest Broadcast News Association |
| Deadline | : | TBA |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Various |
| Address | : | P.O. Box 838 |
| Contact | : | Christine Paige Diers |
| www.nbna.info/awardsinfo.html | ||
New Journalism Awards/Premio Nuevo Periodismo
Awards for outstanding professional and ethical achievement in journalism for professionals working in Latin America and the Caribbean. The $100, 000 total prize money will be divided into 2categories: Lifetime Achievement and Open Competition. The awards
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | |
| Period of Coverage | : | varies by award |
| Award | : | $5, 000-$30, 000 |
| Address | : | Fundacion Nuevo Periodismo Iberoamericano Centro, calle San Juan de Dios No. 3-121 |
| Contact | : | |
| http://fnpi.org/ premio@fnpi.org | ||
Online Journalism Awards
Honoring excellence in English-language web journalism worldwide.
| Agency | : | Online News Association |
| Deadline | : | June, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Contact ONA |
| Award | : | Certificate |
| Address | : | P.O.Box 2022 Radio City Station |
| Contact | : | ONA |
| (646) 290-7900 (Office) | ||
| http://journalists.org/?page=aboutoja | ||
| : | info@onlinejournalismawards.org | |
Outstanding International Investigative Reporting
Awards for investigative journalism in two or more countries.
| Agency | : | International Consortium of Investigative Journalists |
| Deadline | : | TBD |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $1,000-$10,000 |
| Address | : | Center for Public Integrity 910 17th St., NW, 7th Floor |
| Contact | : | International Center for Investigative Journalism |
| http//www.icij.org | ||
Overseas Press Club Awards
Several named awards recognizing excellence in international reporting. All awards include a certificate and $1, 000 cash prize.Entry fee $125.
| Agency | : | Overseas Press Club |
| Deadline | : | Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000 + certificate |
| Address | : | Overseas Press Club 40 West 45 Street |
| Contact | : | Sonya Fry, Exec. Dir. |
| http://www.opcofamerica.org/content/view/44/43/ | ||
PASS Awards
Recognize and honor media efforts that further public understanding of crime control and prevention issues, especially those involving young people.
| Agency | : | National Council on Crime and Delinquency |
| Deadline | : | December 31, 2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | |
| Address | : | National Council on Crime and Delinquency 1970 Broadway, Suite 500 |
| Contact | : | Renee Plog |
| http://www.nccd-crc.org/nccd/n_more_pass.html | ||
Payne Award for Ethics in Journalism
These awards honor journalists of integrity and character who report with insight and clarity in the face of political or economic pressures. Self-nominations and third-party nominations for the award are welcome.
| Agency | : | University of Oregon |
| Deadline | : | February, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000 |
| Address | : | School of Journalism & Communication 1275 University of Oregon |
| Contact | : | University of Oregon |
| http://payneawards.uoregon.edu/ | ||
Prix Italia
\\\\\\\"Prix Italia is the oldest and most prestigious international radio, television and web competition. Prizes are awarded for quality productions in the fields of drama (single plays and serials), documentaries (culture and current affairs), performing arts (TV) and music (radio). The aims of Prix Italia are:
-to promote and award quality, innovation and creativity in radio television programmes and web contents;
-to encourage member organisations to broadcast the programmes submitted to the competition;
-to encourage communication and cooperation between all those who work creatively in the field of radio, TV and the web;
-to stimulate and disseminate the study and discussion of creative and cultural issues.
Prix Italia is to be considered a \\\\\\\"market of ideas\\\\\\\" for anyone aiming at raising quality in radio, TV and the web.
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | TBD, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Contact PI |
| Award | : | Contact PI |
| Address | : | n/a |
| Contact | : | Tiziani Politi |
| http://www.prixitalia.rai.it/2009/en/Default.aspx | ||
PRNDI Awards
This is the only national competition devoted solely to rewarding local public radio news. Entries must have aired on a local or regional public radio station or network.
| Agency | : | Public Radio News Directors, Inc. |
| Deadline | : | Tentative: March |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Plaque |
| Address | : | P.O. Box 838 |
| Contact | : | Christine Paige Diers |
| http://www.prndi.org | ||
Public Communications Award
Recognizes outstanding achievement by journalists in the communication of the microbiological sciences to the general public through the print and broadcast media.
| Agency | : | American Society for Microbiology |
| Deadline | : | January 31, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $2, 500 + plaque |
| Address | : | American Society for Microbiology 1752 N. St., NW |
| Contact | : | Garth Hogan |
| http://www.asm.org/asm/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2676&Itemid=323 | ||
Public Radio Programming Awards
CPB gives several named awards for excellence in broadcast journalism. The Edward R. Murrow Award recognizes outstanding contributions to public radio.
| Agency | : | Corporation for Public Broadcasting |
| Deadline | : | Contact CPB |
| Period of Coverage | : | Contact CPB |
| Award | : | Contact CPB |
| Address | : | 401 Ninth St. NW |
| Contact | : | Chuck Roberts Corporation for Public Broadcasting |
| www.cpb.org/aboutpb/awards/ | ||
Religion Newswriters Association Radio & TV Awards
\"The RNA each year hosts several contests for religion reporters in the news media, with nearly $10000 awarded in prizes.\"
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | Tentative: February |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Citation |
| Address | : | Religion Newswriters Association P.O. Box 2037 |
| Contact | : | RNA |
| http://www.religionwriters.com | ||
Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Awards
The RFK Journalism Awards are presented for outstanding coverage of the disadvantaged. Wide range of awards; professional and student divisions, domestic and international reporting.
| Agency | : | Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Foundation |
| Deadline | : | Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000-$2, 000 |
| Address | : | 1367 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 200 |
| Contact | : | Eddie Santiago |
| http://www.rfkcenter.org/ourwork/journalismawards | ||
RTNDA Edward R. Murrow Awards Radio
These awards recognize outstanding achievement in electronic journalism. Categories include overall excellence, newscast, spot news coverage, continuing coverage, investigative reporting, feature reporting, sports reporting, news series, news documentary.
| Agency | : | Television News Directors Association & Foundation |
| Deadline | : | February 13, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Plaque |
| Address | : | Radio Television News Directors Association & Foundation 4121 Plank Rd. #512 |
| Contact | : | Jane Nassiri |
| http://www.rtnda.org/pages/awards.php?.g=67 | ||
Ruben Salazar Journalism Awards
Awards reports published or broadcast in California that demonstrate journalism excellence while contributing to a better understanding of California\\\\\\\'s Latino communities.
| Agency | : | California Chicano News Media Association |
| Deadline | : | TBD Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $250 |
| Address | : | California Chicano News Media Association USC Annenberg School of Journalism 3800 S. Figueroa St. |
| Contact | : | Julio Moran |
| http://www.ccnma.org/GenInfoSalazar.htm | ||
SAJA Awards
Honoring excellence in coverage of South Asia & outstanding reporting by South Asian journalists and students in the United States and Canada. Awards: 12 categories including print, broadcast, new media, photography, commentary and student work.
| Agency | : | South Asian Journalists Association |
| Deadline | : | March, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | See website |
| Address | : | n/a |
| Contact | : | Monika Mathur |
| http://www.saja.org/programs/awards | ||
Science Writing Award in Physics & Astronomy
The purpose of the award is to promote effective science communication in print and broadcast media in order to improve the general public\\\\\\\'s appreciation of physics, astronomy, and allied science fields.
| Agency | : | American Institute of Physics |
| Deadline | : | March, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $3000 + certificate + travel |
| Address | : | Media & Government Relations American Institute of Physics, One Physics Ellipse |
| Contact | : | Tatiana Bonilla |
| http://www.aip.org/aip/writing/ | ||
Science Writing Awards
Two annual awards for outstanding science writing on acoustical science and engineering. One award is for a journalist (any field) and the other is for a professional in acoustics.
| Agency | : | Acoustical Society of America |
| Deadline | : | TBA |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $1, 000 |
| Address | : | Acoustical Society of America 2 Huntington Quadrangle, #1N01 |
| Contact | : | Elaine Moran |
| http://www.acoustics.org/press/index.html#t02 | ||
Science-In-Society Journalism Awards
NASW established the Science in Society awards to provide recognition -- without subsidy from any professional or commercial interest -- for investigative or interpretive reporting about the sciences and their impact for good and bad.
| Agency | : | National Association of Science Writers |
| Deadline | : | February, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $2500 + Certificate |
| Address | : | National Association of Science Writers P.O. Box 890 |
| Contact | : | Diane McGurgan |
| http://www.nasw.org/awards/index.htm | ||
SEJ Awards for Reporting on the Environment
Awards in nine categories, recognizing the year\\\\\\\'s best environmental journalism in print and broadcast media, as well as the Internet.
| Agency | : | Society of Environmental Journalists |
| Deadline | : | April 1, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Check website |
| Award | : | $1, 000 |
| Address | : | Society of Environmental Journalists P.O. Box 2492 |
| Contact | : | SEJ |
| http://www.sej.org/initiatives/awards-fellowships/sej-annual-awards-reporting-environment | ||
Sidney Hillman Awards
Given annually to journalists, writers and public figures who \\\\\\\"pursue social justice and public policy for the common good.\\\\\\\"
| Agency | : | Sidney Hillman Foundation |
| Deadline | : | Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | $2, 000 + plaque |
| Address | : | Sidney Hillman Foundation 275 Seventh Ave. |
| Contact | : | Amanda Cooper |
| http://www.hillmanfoundation.org/thesidney | ||
Sigma Delta Chi Awards
Radio categories include: breaking news reporting, investigative reporting, feature reporting, documentaries, and public service in radio journalism (awarded to broadcast organization). Winners are honored at the annual SPJ conference.
| Agency | : | Society of Professional Journalists |
| Deadline | : | February, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Certificate |
| Address | : | Eugene S. Pulliam National Journalism Ctr. 3909 N. Meridian St. |
| Contact | : | SPJ |
| http://www.spj.org/a-sdx.asp | ||
Silver Gavel Awards
Recognize annually eligible entries from communications media that have been exemplary in helping to foster the American public\'s understanding of the law and the legal system.
| Agency | : | American Bar Association |
| Deadline | : | January 7, 2010 |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Silver Gavel |
| Address | : | American Bar Association, Division for Public Education 321 N. Clark St. 20.2 |
| Contact | : | ABA |
| http://www.abanet.org/publiced/gavel/home.html | ||
| : | kaplanh@staff.abanet.org | |
Society of Environmental Journalists
Recognizes excellence in environmental reporting.
| Agency | : | |
| Deadline | : | April, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | April 1- Mar 31 |
| Award | : | $1, 000 |
| Address | : | Society of Environmental Journalists PO Box 2492 |
| Contact | : | Beth Parke |
| http://www.sej.org/initiatives/awards-fellowships/overview | ||
Southern California Journalism Awards
Awards for editorial excellence and distinction, first published or broadcast in Southern California (Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties).
| Agency | : | Los Angeles Press Club |
| Deadline | : | Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Plaques, certificates |
| Address | : | Los Angeles Press Club 4773 Hollywood Blvd. |
| Contact | : | LA Press Club |
| http//www.lapressclub.org/index.cfm/0/Finalists-2008.cfm | ||
Statehouse Beat Reporting Award
Recognizes outstanding work in print, broadcast and online for a state capitol news beat, for a body of work rather than a single story. Also includes the John Aubuchon Freedom of Information Award that recognizes extraordinary examples of persistence by
| Agency | : | Capitol Beat -- The Association of Capitol Reporters and Editors |
| Deadline | : | May, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | Engraved dome trophy |
| Address | : | The Tallahassee Democrat 336 East College Avenue |
| Contact | : | Nancy Cook Lauer |
| http://capitolbeat.org | ||
Student Award: An IRE Certificate of Recognition and a $250 cash scholarship for Outstanding Investigative Reporting.
Investigative Reporters and Editors Association recognizes the best in investigative reporting, by print, broadcast and online media. Entry fee $25-$100.
| Agency | : | Investigative Reporters and Editors Association |
| Deadline | : | January, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Newspaper, TV, Online and Other Media: An IRE Medal for Outstanding Investigative Reporting OR an IRE Certificate of Recognition. |
| Address | : | Investigative Reporters and Editors Association 138 Neff Annex School of Journalism University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65213 |
| Contact | : | Beth Kopine |
| http://www.ire.org/resourcecenter/contest/index.html | ||
Third Coast International Audio Festival
Created to celebrate extraordinary documentary and feature workaround the world today. It is part of the festival\\\\\\\'s mission to expand the definition of audio documentary work. Awards include Best Documentary, Directors\\\\\\\' Choice. Best New Artist, Radio Impact, and Audio Luminary Award.
| Agency | : | WBEZ Chicago Public Radio |
| Deadline | : | June, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | August-July |
| Award | : | $1500-$6000 |
| Address | : | Chicago Public Radio Navy Pier 848 East Grand Avenue |
| Contact | : | Third Coast International Audio Festival |
| http://www.thirdcoastfestival.org | ||
Tom Renner Award: An IRE Medal for Outstanding Crime Reporting and $500.
Investigative Reporters and Editors Association recognizes the best in investigative reporting, by print, broadcast and online media. Entry fee $25-$100.
| Agency | : | Investigative Reporters and Editors Association |
| Deadline | : | January, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | Calendar year |
| Award | : | Newspaper, TV, Online and Other Media: An IRE Medal for Outstanding Investigative Reporting OR an IRE Certificate of Recognition. |
| Address | : | Investigative Reporters and Editors Association 138 Neff Annex School of Journalism University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65212 |
| Contact | : | Beth Kopine |
| http://www.ire.org/resourcecenter/contest/ | ||
Victor Cohn Prize for Excellence in Medical Science Reporting
Honors a writer for a body of work published or broadcast within the last 5 years which, for reasons of uncommon clarity, accuracy, breadth of coverage, enterprise, originality, insight and narrative power, has made a lasting contribution to public awareness and understanding of critical advances in medical science and their impact on human health and well-being.
| Agency | : | Council for the Advancement of Science Writing |
| Deadline | : | July, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $3, 000 + Certificate |
| Address | : | CASW PO Box 910 |
| Contact | : | Diani McGurgan |
| http://www.casw.org/casw/victor-cohn-prize-excellence-medical-science-reporting-0 | ||
New Voices
J-Lab: The institute for Interactive Journalism invites you to apply for funding to launch a participatory news venture in your community. J-Lab will select eight projects in 2009. Each project may receive up to $25,000.
WHO: Eligible to receive New Voices funding are 501(c)3 organizations and education institutions, including community groups, public broadcasters, independent media, colleges and universities, and individuals working under the sponsorship of a nonprofit fiscal agent.
WHAT: Only start-up news initiatives can receive funding. Ongoing efforts are not eligible unless they are proposing a new project or product.
WHERE: Projects can produce news and information for a geographic area such as a small town, city, county, state or region. Or they can serve a community of interest. Of the eight projects to be funded in 2009, at least three grants are targeted for news initiatives in the 26 communities where the Knight brothers once owned newspapers. See that list:
knightfoundation.org/programs/communities/
| Agency | : | J-Lab: The institute for Interactive Journalism |
| Deadline | : | February, Check Website |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | up to $25,000. They will receive $17,000 the first year and are eligible for $8,000 in matching funds in the second year. |
| Address | : | 3201 New Mexico Ave. NW, Ste. 330 |
| Contact | : | Craig Stone |
| http://www.J-NewVoices.org | ||
Kiplinger Program in Public Affairs Journalism Fellowships
The Kiplinger Program is designed to help working journalists who seek to increase their digital media skills, knowledge and leadership abilities and plan to return to the journalism profession.
| Agency | : | John Glenn School of Public Affairs |
| Deadline | : | July 31, 2009 |
| Period of Coverage | : | |
| Award | : | $20,000 stipend |
| Address | : | 350 Page Hall, 1810 College Road |
| Contact | : | Debra Jasper, Director |
| 614-247-8798 (Home) | ||
| http://www.kiplingerprogram.org | ||
| : | confar.4@osu.edu | |
- By far the most important thing to note about this list is that it refers ONLY to radio related AWARDS. It does not include fellowships, grants, residencies, orscholarships for further study.
- By its very nature, it is often hard to determine where to draw the line as to what to include in the list and what to exclude. For example, if an agency gives an annual award for increasing the visibility of ferrets as pets, is the award really a radio award or a ferret award? If the ferret group in question specifically states that they give an award either generally to 'broadcast media' or specifically to radio projects, we have included them. If the connection to radio is either tenuous, or the agency had no record ofever giving an award to a radio producer, the entry was not included in this list. Also, because the territory we cover is so vast, there are many local or regional competitions we haven't included. If you know of others, please tell us.
- For the most part, these are domestic U.S. awards, although we have included some key foreign awards as well.
- The dates for both "Deadline" and "Period of Coverage" should be used in a general sense. To confirm the official deadlines and complete rules for any of the awards listed, you MUST contact the agency itself. Because there are so many agencies with different submission and award calendars, these dates sometimes refer to the current official deadline, but they might refer to last year'sdeadline. This list should be used for general planning purposes only! OFFICIAL DATES MUST BE CONFIRMED WITH THE AGENCY ITSELF!
- This is a work-in-progress. We have tried to be as inclusive and accurate as possible, but with this much data, changes occur all the time. Please use our Awards Directory Update Form to send errors, corrections, omissions and suggestions. Also, the vast majority of these awards are honorable and respectable, but if any of the agencies seem to be a bit shady or disreputable, letus know your experiences with that award.
- If you win an award -- from this list or elsewhere -- please let us know: airspace@airmedia.org.
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