The A-Mark Prize for Investigative Journalism is open to all journalists and all news organizations in Wisconsin. The A-Mark Foundation is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in 1997.
A-Mark is dedicated to supporting and encouraging journalism and investigative reporting through grants to organizations that offer awards recognizing journalistic excellence. One of A-Mark’s flagship initiatives is the A-Mark Prizes program, which recognizes and rewards the best investigative journalism in each state.
- Who Can Apply: Open to all news media organizations based in Wisconsin, including newspapers, radio and TV broadcast outlets, and digital-only platforms.
- Publication Dates: Entries must have been published or aired between Sept. 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026.
- Eligible Work: Both standalone pieces and series are eligible for submission.
- Who Can Submit: Individual reporters, editors, and freelance journalists based in Wisconsin are welcome to apply, provided their work has been published or aired by Wisconsin-based news media organizations.
- What to Submit: a .pdf of the print or url for online only entries, video or audio files.Up to five supporting pieces may be submitted
- Deadline: October 30, 2026 by 11:59 p.m.
