Partners

Partner With Us

The Overseas Press Club Foundation partners play a vital role in shaping  the future of global journalism. Together, we help launch and support the next generation of international correspondents—young journalists committed to telling the world’s most important stories.

Our partners share our belief that a free and informed press is essential to democracy and that journalists must be equipped to report fearlessly across borders.

Our Shared Impact

• 18 new journalists each year gain international experience through the OPC Foundation Scholar Awards.

• Nearly 400 alumni have launched their careers through our programs, many now leading reporters and editors at Reuters, The Associated Press, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The New York Times and other top media outlets.

• 40+ international bureaus have hosted OPCF Fellows, providing hands-on experience in global reporting.

Catherine Cartier ‘24
Catherine reported on finance, energy, and the Gulf region during her OPC Foundation Reuters fellowship in Dubai. The experience strengthened her confidence to pursue ambitious stories. She is working now as a journalist for Reuters in Beirut.

“The OPC Fellowship prepared me to report anywhere in the world. It was a transformative opportunity.”

Youcef Bounab ’23
Youcef reported for the Associated Press in Paris during his OPC Foundation fellowship, covering everything from government officials to the Paris Olympic committee. The experience launched his international reporting career. He is now Agence France-Presse’s Maghreb correspondent, based in Tunisia.

“The OPC Foundation opened the door to my career in international journalism. I’ll always be grateful for that opportunity.”

Brett Simpson ‘21
Brett’s OPC Foundation funded reporting in the Norwegian Arctic led to a National Geographic feature and launched her career as a freelance international journalist. She now lives in the Arctic, reporting on climate, energy, and human rights.

“The OPC Foundation changed my life.”

Stephen Kalin ‘13
Stephen’s OPC award funded his first summer at Reuters, opening the door to a decade-long career reporting from Lebanon, Egypt, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia.

“A boost from the OPC Foundation early on set the course of my career.”

Expanding Our Reach

Beyond the annual Scholar Awards, the Foundation’s Rukeyser Reporting Grants fund freelance international reporting projects throughout the year—supporting emerging journalists who bring global stories to light.

Why Partner With Us

As an OPC Foundation partner, you:

• Join a trusted network committed to global press freedom.

• Support hands-on international training for outstanding young journalists.

• Receive recognition at our Annual Scholar Awards, in the OPC Bulletin, and year-round on our website and social media.

• Are invited to the annual Scholar Awards and other exclusive events celebrating our scholars’ achievements. Scholar Awards 2026 will be held on Wednesday, March 25th, at Bloomberg in New York.

Partnership Levels

• Benefactor – $9,000

• Patron – $6,000

• Friend – $3,000

Every partnership fuels real-world trustworthy reporting and helps sustain a free press for generations to come.

We welcome and encourage all inquiries. Email foundation@opcofamerica.org.

OPC Foundation Partners 2025

Benefactors
Bloomberg
Mercedes-Benz

Patrons
The Associated Press
Marcy McGinnis
Reuters
The Wall Street Journal
Ward Creek Foundation

Friends
Pamela Howard Family Foundation
NBCUniversal News Group
Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York

Thank you for supporting the OPC Foundation and the future of international journalism!

The Overseas Press Club Foundation is a 501 (C)(3) charitable organization.