We face IRS restrictions in giving to the Miami Herald, the Akron Beacon Journal and the Detroit Free Press because these former Knight-Ridder newspapers once gave contributions to the foundation. But employees of those papers may still apply for individual news challenge awards. There are, however, exceptions, including officers or directors of those newspapers or their parent companies. The best way to find out whether or not you are eligible is to apply. When employees apply, they must apply as individuals, and not propose to use any company resources, time or intellectual property rights.