The Pulitzer Prize for Poetry is an annual award recognizing outstanding poetry published in the United States. Established in 1922, it is part of the larger Pulitzer Prizes, which honor excellence in journalism, literature, and musical composition. The award is given by the Pulitzer Prize Board and aims to celebrate the art of poetry and its impact on culture. To be eligible, a collection of poems must be published in the previous calendar year. The winner receives a monetary prize and recognition for their contribution to the literary world. Notable past winners include Robert Frost and Gwendolyn Brooks, who have significantly influenced American poetry.