King/Lott Scholarship
The King/Lott Scholarship supports college photojournalism students who show technical skill, creativity, and empathy in impactful visual storytelling, honoring two influential newspaper photojournalists.
Funder: National Press Photographers Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,500 scholarship; paid to university/college bursar or by check to recipient
Summary: Supports undergraduate or graduate photojournalism students who demonstrate technical skill, creativity, and empathy in visual storytelling.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to students enrolled at four-year U.S. colleges/universities for the relevant spring term; international students residing in the U.S. are eligible.
Description
The King/Lott Scholarship, administered by the National Press Photographers Foundation (NPPF), honors the legacies of Kit King and Jimi Lott—two influential newspaper photojournalists known for their compassionate storytelling and technical excellence. This annual scholarship supports aspiring photojournalists who embody empathy, creativity, and a commitment to giving voice to overlooked communities, encouraging recipients to pursue impactful visual storytelling in the spirit of King and Lott.
