Deadline Extended: Enter the National Press Club Journalism Awards by May 16

The deadline to enter the National Press Club Journalism Awards has been extended to Friday, May 16, 2025. Click here to enter. 

This prestigious competition recognizes excellence in journalism across a wide range of categories — from breaking news and political reporting to specialty writing on topics like aging, culture, press coverage, and foreign policy. We also honor outstanding news photography.  

Club members may enter for free. Non-members entries are $135. 

Some categories include cash prizes of up to $1,000 and a complimentary one-year membership to the National Press Club. 

Winners will be announced in June and celebrated at the 52nd Annual Journalism Awards Dinner on Wednesday, August 27 at the National Press Club. Purchase your tickets online and join us for this signature celebration of excellence in journalism. 

Enter today and put your best work forward!