More than ever, we need humor to help us process and deal with the difficulties of the times. If you’re up for finding a path towards bringing humor and joy into the world, then The 2020 Slackjaw Humor Writing Challenge just might be for you.

This year they are offering $2,450 in cash prizes, plus “the chance to get your work in front of our judging panel of comedy writers for NBC, The Onion, and The New Yorker.”

They’re offering a $1,000 grand prize, $500 second place prize, a $250 third place prize, and $100 finalist prizes.

According to their website:

In this Challenge, we’re going to have you follow a precise idea-generating and re-writing formula to craft a hilarious humor piece. And we’re going to give you the support of our Slackjaw writing community, so you’re sure to get the help and feedback you need.

To learn more, and to join the challenge, visit this link.