Become an NPF Awards Dinner Sponsor

Help Support The National Press Foundation

The National Press Foundation’s 2026 Awards Dinner will honor top journalists Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the Ritz-Carlton Washington, D.C., (1150 22nd Street NW).

Every year, NPF’s Annual Awards Dinner brings together nearly 700 journalists, communications professionals, philanthropists, policymakers and other influencers to celebrate the best in journalism and the First Amendment.

Dinner proceeds support this mission, specifically NPF’s flagship journalism training programs, the Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship and the Widening the Pipeline fellowship for journalists of color.

To purchase a table, place an ad in the dinner brochure, or explore other opportunities to participate in this event, please contact Jason Zaragoza at jason@nationalpress.org.

3 Reasons to Support NPF’s Annual Journalism Awards Dinner: 

  1. The dinner is a truly enjoyable evening of networking with memorable speeches, great food, fun and a chance to meet the best in the business.
  2. Brand positioning matters in Washington. This dinner is a high-value opportunity to present your brand to an audience of influencers.
  3. The dinner provides NPF’s largest source of unrestricted revenue. Your sponsorship shows support for quality journalism and the First Amendment. And it keeps NPF training free for journalists.

Sponsorship Options

Bronze Sponsor ($7,500+)
  • One table of 10
  • Complimentary wine for all guests
  • Logo on event page on NPF website
Silver Sponsor ($15,000+)
  • One table of 10 with priority seating
  • VIP cocktail reception tickets for all guests
  • Complimentary wine for all guests
  • Half-page ad in dinner program
  • Logo displayed on event signage, dinner program and event page of NPF website

Exclusive Sponsorship of (your choice): 

  • Photo booth (with sponsor logo on photos)
  • Dinner menu SOLD
  • Seating chart SOLD
  • Coat check
  • Charging station
Gold Sponsor ($25,000+)
  • Two tables of 10 with priority seating
  • VIP cocktail reception tickets for all guests
  • Complimentary wine for all guests
  • Full-page ad in dinner program
  • Recognition in NPF email newsletter
  • Logo displayed on ballroom jumbotron, event signage, dinner program and event page of NPF website

Exclusive Sponsorship of (one of your choice): 

  • VIP Cocktail Reception SOLD
  • General Cocktail Reception SOLD
  • Paul Miller Cocktail Reception SOLD
  • After Party SOLD
  • Sparkling wine bar SOLD
  • After Party Signature Cocktail SOLD
  • Newsboy Cocktail SOLD
  • Reception Live Music
  • Floral sponsor (arrangements at each table)
  • National anthem
  • Guest gift at each seat
Platinum Partner ($50,000+)
  • One seat at head table on stage
  • Two tables of 10 with front-of-ballroom seating
  • One hotel suite at Ritz-Carlton for night of March 12
  • Entrance wall display
  • Recognition from the podium from NPF President or Board Chair
  • Recognition in NPF email newsletter and social media
  • VIP cocktail reception tickets for all guests
  • Full-page ad in the dinner program
  • Logo displayed on ballroom jumbotron, event signage, dinner program and event page of NPF website
  • Complimentary wine for all guests
Diamond Partner (Custom)
  • Custom sponsorship of an NPF fellowship or fellows
  • Product or tool showcase
  • Entrance wall display and other bespoke branding opportunities

Prior Dinner Highlights:

Sponsor Add-Ons

High-Impact Signs
  • Custom Signage ($5,000)
  • Double-sided sign placed by registration, coat check or on escalators.

 

Ad in Dinner Program

Table Buyers 

Half Page ($1,000)

Full Page ($2,000)

Non-Table Buyers 

Half Page ($2,000)

Full Page ($4,000)