James Brown and Frank Folwell Scholarship
The James Brown and Frank Folwell Scholarship supports outstanding photojournalism students who demonstrate excellence in visual storytelling through still images or video.
Funder: National Press Photographers Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,500 one-time award per recipient; typically awarded annually
Summary: Supports undergraduate and graduate photojournalism students who excel in visual storytelling through still images or video.
Description
The James Brown and Frank Folwell Scholarship is an annual award presented by the National Press Photographers Foundation to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at four-year U.S. colleges or universities who are studying photojournalism. The scholarship honors the distinguished careers of James W. Brown, a leader in photojournalism education and multimedia production, and Frank Folwell, a renowned photo editor and international journalism mentor. The award recognizes students whose portfolios demonstrate strong visual storytelling skills and a commitment to journalistic excellence, whether through still images or video.
