The mission of the Virginia Press Association is to support our membership through services and resources. We champion the common interests of Virginia newspapers and the ideals of a free press in a democratic society. Since 1881, the Virginia Press Association has been an unwavering advocate for newspapers in the Commonwealth.
The greatest asset the Virginia Press Association has is our members. To support our members, VPA offers a wide range of benefits and resources.
The Virginia Press Association prides itself on its advocacy. We advocate and lobby on issues that deal directly with the media and the public’s right to know.
Virginia Press Services offers print and digital advertising campaigns throughout Virginia and throughout the country.
March 19, 2024
Communities don’t just happen. They are built and maintained. Falls Church’s is arguably one of the most cohesive and coherent in the country. Part of this is due to its tiny size and population. And part of it is due to its highly informed residents. There again, highly informed citizens...
March 18, 2024
The Virginia Press Association is excited to offer two scholarship options for individuals eager to participate in the 2024 VPA News & Advertising Conference on May 4 in Charlottesville. The first scholarship covers the entire cost of conference programming, while the second option includes conference programming as well as...
March 18, 2024
The Virginia Press Association partners with other press associations each year for the contest judging process. This year, we're teaming up with the Missouri Press Association. We just completed judging their advertising entries thanks to all of you who volunteered your time, but now we need to judge the editorial...