The Carl Sauceda Grant from the National Court Reporters Foundation honors court reporters or captioners for exceptional mentorship and contributions to the profession.
Funder: National Court Reporters Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 grant; one award annually
Summary: Recognizes NCRA court reporters or captioners for outstanding mentorship and contributions to the profession.
The Carl Sauceda Grant, administered by the National Court Reporters Foundation (NCRF), is an annual award recognizing an NCRA member who is a court reporter or captioner and has demonstrated exceptional mentorship, leadership, and dedication to advancing the court reporting or captioning profession. The grant honors individuals who actively build mentoring networks, foster skill development, or engage in impactful learning activities that benefit the broader professional community. The award celebrates the legacy of Carl Sauceda and seeks to uplift those who exemplify commitment to the culture and spirit of the field.