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Each year, the SPJ Board of Directors and the SPJ Freedom of Information Committee recognizes individuals and groups for making important contributions in the area of open government.

Eligibility
Nominations are open and not limited to journalists. Work may be, but does not have to be, related to Project Sunshine.

Nominations
Nomination form should be accompanied by letter(s) of recommendation which addresses the nominee’s contributions and/or service to the Society of Professional Journalists and why the nominee is deserving of this national recognition. Additional supporting materials are welcomed.

Winner Announcement and Presentation
Winners will be honored at the President's Installation Banquet at the SPJ Convention & National Journalism Conference. No specific number of awards is awarded each year.

Deadlines
Nominations must be postmarked on or before March 15. Nominations should be mailed, faxed or e-mailed to:

FOI Committee Chair
Sunshine Award
Society of Professional Journalists
3909 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Fax: 317/920-4789
awards@spj.org

For More Information
Contact SPJ Headquarters at 317/927-8000 or e-mail: awards@spj.org

 

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Awards and Honors Committee
This committee oversees most of the Society's awards, which are dedicated to recognizing outstanding achievement in journalism. Any changes in guidelines, judging criteria, categories or eligibility are reviewed by this committee.

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