2024 Alan Hagman Grant

This annual grant helps to facilitate projects ranging from human rights to environmental issues. A creative approach to important stories that might otherwise go untold is highly valued.

Overview

The $6,000 Alan Hagman Photojournalism grant is named for the late Los Angeles Times photo editor who served as a mentor and championed the work of photojournalists throughout his career. The grant is supported by donations from the Hagman family and Alan's friends and colleagues.

Practical Info

Candidates applying for the Alan Hagman Grant should ensure their application contains practical personal information, such as name, address, etc. A concise bio highlighting your experience, your commitment to completing a project of consequence. A CV including 2-3 professional references with names, email address and phone number. The project title along with a description/summary of less than 2500 characters. A project proposal of less than 4000 characters including spaces explaining what project you plan to undertake including a brief timeline including how you expect to use the grant. And body of work of up to 24 images for still-only applications or 2-3 videos of less than 10 minutes each for video applications.

About National Press Photographers Foundation

The National Press Photographers Foundation Inc. (NPPF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is charged with advancing photojournalism through education and awarding scholarships and fellowships to deserving individuals who have demonstrated ability or promise in the field of visual journalism. NPPF supports the work of photojournalists who play a critical role in the free flow of visual information in a healthy democracy.