About the Gabriel Awards

Since 1965, the Gabriel Awards have honored excellence in media that offers a faithful portrayal of the human experience. Created by the Catholic Academy of Communication Professionals and now stewarded by the Catholic Media Association, the Gabriel Awards celebrate storytelling that reflects dignity, compassion, justice, community and tolerance.

The award itself, a silver angel raising a globe skyward, symbolizes communication of God’s word to humanity. For six decades, the Gabriel has stood as a respected honor in values-centered media.

Submissions Open: November 3, 2025
Open Submission Period Ends: January 30, 2026 – 11:59 p.m. CT
Extension Period Ends (late fee applies): February 6, 2026 – 11:59 p.m. CT
Finalists Announced: April 22, 2026 – 10 a.m. CT
Awards Presentation: June 19, 2026 – Catholic Media Awards, Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City

Questions?

Email the Awards Team: awards@catholicmediaassociation.org

The Catholic Media Association is located at 10 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 875, Chicago, IL 60606.