Recognized entries receive visibility through our digital platforms, the annual awards edition of The Catholic Journalist and formal presentation at the Catholic Media Conference.
All Catholic Media Association awards programs operate on a single synchronized submission timeline:
The Catholic Media Awards honor outstanding achievements in Catholic journalism, communication and digital media completed during the preceding calendar year. This annual competition challenges media professionals to uphold the highest standards of reporting and narrative craft, fostering work that serves the Church and engages contemporary society with clarity and conviction.
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The CMA Book Awards recognize outstanding published works that reflect Catholic values, articulate faith and foster thoughtful cultural reflection. Categories encompass theology, spirituality, historical scholarship, children's literature and general nonfiction.
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Established in 1965 and stewarded by the Catholic Media Association, the Gabriel Awards recognize exceptional broadcast, film and digital storytelling. Open to both secular and faith-based creators across the United States and Canada, the Gabriels honor creative works that affirm human dignity, compassion, justice and community. Entries do not need to be religious in subject matter.
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The St. Juan Diego Collegiate Awards honor student journalists and staff of higher education alumni publications. The program recognizes technical craft, analytical reporting and visual design, helping universities highlight campus media talent and engage their alumni networks.
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The St. Francis de Sales Award represents the highest individual honor conferred by the Catholic Media Association. Selected by membership vote, it honors an individual who has raised the professional standards of Catholic journalism throughout their career or through exceptional recent work.
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The Cardinal John P. Foley Award recognizes an individual who demonstrated excellence and innovation in Catholic storytelling over the preceding calendar year. The award honors breakthrough execution across digital platforms, audio, video, photography and integrated multimedia.
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The Father John Catoir Social Media Evangelization Award honors campaigns and innovative digital efforts that leverage social channels to engage audiences and communicate Christian faith with impact.
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The Bishop John England Award honors publishers of CMA member publications who demonstrate leadership and courage in defending First Amendment rights, press freedom and the Church's institutional voice.
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Explore our official historical archive of Catholic Media Association award winners, dating back to 2013.
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