Eugene C. Pulliam Fellowship for Public Services Journalism
Deadline April 20 (must be received by this date), formerly June 19. Highly recommended free contest from the Society of Professional Journalists awards one fellowship of up to $100,000 to an outstanding editorial writer, columnist, or reporter to have time away from daily responsibilities for study and research by taking courses, pursuing independent study, traveling, and participating in other endeavors that enrich their knowledge of a public interest issue. Candidate must currently be an editorial writer, columnist, or reporter at a US news publication and have worked in this capacity for three years minimum. Freelancers are also eligible. The recipient must provide a post-fellowship written report on how funds were used, and work resulting from the fellowship must be published within 6-12 months of receiving the award. The fellow must agree to become a mentor to the following year's recipient. Complete nomination form online and upload your application materials (cover letter, editor's endorsement, one-page professional biography, and five samples of opinion or analytical writing).
Source: https://www.spj.org/eugene-c-pulliam-fellowship-for-public-service-journalism/
Published: March 3, 2026
