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The Ridenhour Prizes
The annual Ridenhour Prizes recognize those who persevere in acts of truth-telling that protect the public interest, promote social justice or illuminate a more just vision of society. These prizes memorialize the spirit of fearless truth-telling that whistleblower and investigative journalist Ron Ridenhour reflected throughout his extraordinary life and career. Each Prize carries a $10,000 stipend.

Courage Prize
The Ridenhour Courage Prize is presented to an individual in recognition of his or her courageous and life-long defense of the public interest and passionate commitment to social justice.
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Book Prize
The Ridenhour Book Prize honors an outstanding work of social significance from the prior publishing year. The prize also recognizes investigative and reportorial distinction.
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Download Book Prize Nomination Form.

Truth-Telling Prize
The Ridenhour Truth-Telling Prize is presented to a citizen, corporate or government whistleblower, investigative journalist, or organization for bringing a specific issue of social importance to the public’s attention.
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Download Truth-Telling Prize Nomination Form.

Ridenhour Prizes Information


Read the transcript of the speech by the 2008 Courage Prize recipient, Bill Moyers

Read the transcript of the speech by the 2008 Prize for Truth-Telling recipient, Matthew Diaz

The 2009 Ridenhour Prizes nomination forms will be available shortly

For more information, call Suzanne Ceresko at 212-822-0255.