Provided by Herb Block Foundation / Scholastic Art & Writing Awards (Alliance for Young Artists & Writers)
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The Herblock Award for Editorial Cartoon (supported by the Herb Block Foundation) awards three $2,000 scholarships to teen visual artists whose work offers commentary or criticism on current events, social events, or political topics. Applicants must enter their work in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards under the Editorial Cartoon category.
Award amount
$2,000
Number of awards
3 awards available
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
December 1, 2025
Time to apply
30–60 min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Account required:This application may require creating an account on the provider's site.
Must be a teen
Enter work into the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Select the Editorial Cartoon category when submitting
Work must offer commentary or criticism on current events, social events, or political topics
Eligible formats include single-panel drawings with captions, sequential comic art, illustrations, animations, or digitally created drawings with a political theme
Create an account on portal.artandwriting.org to apply
Confirm eligibility
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Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
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