For writers with a humorous touch: Enter the National Press Club journalism contest

Writers with a knack for humor writing are invited to enter their best work from 2020 and compete for the Angele Gingras Humor Award.

The award is named for a longtime National Press Club member who had a talent for humor writing.

To apply please submit three examples of a humor feature or column that appeared in a general circulation newspaper or online journalism site. The winner will receive $750.

The deadline to submit entries is April 15, and the contest is open to Press Club members and non-members. Entering is free for NPC members, and $75 for non-members. The winner will be honored at an event at the Club this summer.

There are also awards for political writing, writing about foreign policy, breaking news, consumer news, problems facing senior citizens, best news photos, young journalists, best uses of online journalism techniques and issues concerning the welfare of animals.