How much funding does Mark Twain Award for Journalism Excellence in California provide?

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When is the deadline for Mark Twain Award for Journalism Excellence in California?

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Mark Twain Award for Journalism Excellence in California

Q: How often is Mark Twain Award for Journalism Excellence in California offered?

Mark Twain Award for Journalism Excellence in California runs on an annual cycle.

California Press Foundation

Foundation Annual Grants for Journalism

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

Outstanding journalists (journalists honored posthumously)
Must have demonstrated superior journalism
Work published in California newspapers or news sites
Award Type: Posthumous public recognition award presented at Cal Press annual winter symposium

Overview

Purpose: Awarded posthumously to honor superior journalism among newspapers and news sites across California.

Geographic Scope: California

Eligibility:

Outstanding journalists (journalists honored posthumously)
Must have demonstrated superior journalism
Work published in California newspapers or news sites

Award Type: Posthumous public recognition award presented at Cal Press annual winter symposium

Background: One of six most coveted awards in California journalism. Named after Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) who had an adventurous newspaper career before becoming the famed author.