2026 Sigma Delta Chi Award Submissions Now Being Accepted
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The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) has opened the window for submissions for its 2026 Sigma Delta Chi Awards to recognize the best in professional journalism. The awards contain an Editorial Cartooning category for cartoons that were published in a newspaper, magazine, newsletter or online news site during 2026 are eligible. There is also an Illustration category.
Details are at the SPJ awards page.
The Entry Deadline: February 18, 2027.
The contest is open to any work published or broadcast by a U.S. or international media outlet in 2026. Freelance work is eligible.
All entries in all categories must be uploaded to the online awards site.
Entry Fee for SPJ members
- Early bird rate: $65 per entry until 11:59 p.m. ET Jan. 6, 2027
- Regular rate: $85 per entry until 11:59 p.m. ET Feb. 18, 2027
Entry Fee for Non-members
- Early bird rate: $100 per entry until 11:59 p.m. ET Jan. 6, 2027
- Regular rate: $115 per entry until 11:59 p.m. ET Feb. 18, 2027
Winners are scheduled to be announced in July 2027.
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