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We have carefully curated some of the most exciting contests, fellowships and fundings for creatives (writers, artists, photographers or filmmakers)
Unlock Your Creative Potential: Top Writing, Art, and Media Opportunities to Apply for Now
We have carefully curated some of the most exciting contests, fellowships and fundings for creatives (writers, artists, photographers or filmmakers) looking for the perfect opportunity to showcase their talents. With cash prizes, career-boosting mentorships, and publication opportunities on the line, these programs can help take your creative journey to the next level.
Take a leap of faith and apply today.
1. Eleanor Taylor Bland Crime Fiction Writers of Color Award
This award, hosted by Sisters in Crime, supports emerging crime fiction writers of color. It provides financial support and mentorship to help recipients advance their writing careers. The purpose of the grant is to support crime fiction writers in their career development. The winner of the grant may choose to use the grant for activities that include workshops, seminars, conferences, retreats, online courses, and research activities required for completion of the work.
Deadline: Submissions run from February 1st to March 31st.
Category: Crime fiction writing.
Eligibility: Open to unpublished writers of color. If you've published two novels or ten or more short stories, you are not eligible for this contest.
Prizes: $2,000 grant for career development.
See more details here: https://www.sistersincrime.org/page/EleanorTaylorBland
2. Terrain.org Contests
Terrain.org hosts multiple writing contests across poetry, nonfiction, and fiction, aiming to explore themes of place, climate, and justice. Submit your finest poetry, article, essay, fiction, article and video work that talks about the earth and our humanity. Submissions are accepted from around the world- they are particularly looking for Native, Brown, Black and other under-represented voices.
Deadline: General submissions of poetry, nonfiction, and fiction open on January 1, 2025 and close on March 31, 2025 for poetry and April 30, 2025 for nonfiction and fiction. ARTerrain and Letter to America submissions are open and are accepted year-round.
Categories: Poetry, nonfiction, and fiction.
Eligibility: Open to all writers.
Prizes: Varies by contest.
Apply here: $50 per contribution
See more details here: https://terrainorg.submittable.com/submit
3. Foley Poetry Contest
Hosted by America Magazine, this contest celebrates outstanding poetry submissions from writers worldwide, with winning entries published in the magazine. Each entrant is asked to submit one poem of 45 lines or fewer. Poems should not be under consideration elsewhere. Poems may address any topic.
Deadline: Submissions must be received between January 1st - March 31st 2025
Category: Poetry.
Eligibility: Open to all poets.
Prizes: The winning poet will be published in the print edition of America and will receive a $1000 cash prize. The winner will be announced in early June.
See more details here:
https://americamedia.submittable.com/submit
4. Deborah Rogers Foundation Writers Award
One of the most prestigious awards for unpublished writers, this prize recognizes promising fiction and nonfiction authors. Submissions should take the form of 10,000 - 15,000 words of a work in progress, fiction or nonfiction.
Deadline: The 2025 Writers Award will open up for entries from 1st January - 31st March 2025.
Category: Fiction and nonfiction.
Eligibility: Open to unpublished writers residing in the British Commonwealth and Eire.
Prizes: £10,000 for the winner; £1,000 for shortlisted authors.
See more details here:
https://www.deborahrogersfoundation.org/writers-award
5. Wergle Flomp Humor Poetry Contest
This free contest, hosted by Winning Writers, rewards humor in poetry. Submissions can be published or unpublished.
Deadline: April 1, 2025.
Category: Humorous poetry.
Eligibility: Open to all poets.
Prizes: $2,000 for first place; $500 for second place; ten honorable mentions of $100 each.
See more details here:
https://winningwriters.com/our-contests/wergle-flomp-humor-poetry-contest-free
6. The Alpine Fellowship Prizes
The Alpine Fellowship supports emerging artists and writers in multiple categories, including theatre, poetry, and visual art.
Deadline: Varies by category; check the official website.
Categories: Theatre, music, poetry, writing, and visual art.
Eligibility: Open to all artists and writers.
Prizes: Monetary awards ranging from £1,000 to £3,000, depending on the category.
See more details here: https://alpinefellowship.com/prizes
7. Waterston Desert Writing Prize
This award supports creative nonfiction writers who explore themes related to desert landscapes, offering a grant and a writing residency.
Deadline: May 1, 2025.
Category: Creative nonfiction.
Eligibility: Open to all nonfiction writers.
Prizes: $3,000 cash award, a residency at the PLAYA retreat, and a reading at the High Desert Museum.
See more details here:
https://highdesertmuseum.org/waterston-prize/
8. AFMAC Media Workshop
A specialized training program designed for media professionals and journalists looking to enhance their storytelling and digital media skills. The African Film and Media Arts Collective invites mid-career African filmmakers and media artists to apply for a groundbreaking workshop facilitated by renowned interdisciplinary artist and writer, Coco Fusco. The workshop will bring together 10 selected participants who will work together with Coco Fusco on several hands-on projects and collaborative storytelling. This in-depth one week in person session will be followed by five virtual sessions. During the program, participants will be mentored by leading African and diaspora filmmakers. At the end of the program there will be an exhibition of completed projects at Zeitz MOCAA in 2026. Any African artist with a career in cinema, filmmaking and media arts who wants to experiment with form and storytelling in a collaborative style should apply.
How To Apply:
- Interested candidates should submit:
- A statement of intent outlining your interest in the workshop
- A portfolio showcasing past works
- A current CV
Deadline: The program is scheduled to kick off from April 15-19 2025. Applications should be sent by March 31st 2025 via email - info@angelsandmmuses.org
Category: Media and journalism workshop.
See more details here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uYiSgB7yDolXZCOZTbl5JhfRN3MSZwdU/view?fbclid=PAY2xjawJMqyBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpugD9FgUoqBXjCtHIBBYmBFKwYPgOlCGC5BsmZ3NEoVOL8PdbItvZbgBcQ_aem_E5Mh5rzhZw1LRv5heExeqA
9. Creativity Pioneers Fund Open Call
This fund provides grants to organizations using creativity to drive social change, with a focus on youth development and impact.
Deadline: April 7, 2025.
Category: Funding for creative social transformation projects.
Eligibility: Non-profit organizations focused on creativity and youth impact (ages 16-27).
Prizes: Unrestricted grants of €5,000.
See more details here:
https://creativitypioneersfund.org/opencall?fbclid=PAY2xjawJMrBNleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABpsTK4iS1c3otutTmA1W_pLyW_Cjtydw0BI_wMyq5gGFBac_VkP7Oaq5JRA_aem_F_QUJyJSf8Zv_ukcpcBGmw
10. Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant
The Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant funds independent films that are unique and make a meaningful contribution to society.
Finalists will be announced in August and the winner in September.
Deadline: April 29th 2025
Category: Short film production.
Eligibility: Open to filmmakers around the world. Submissions must be narrative short films- under 40 minutes.
Prizes: The winner receives a check for $3000 as well as several services and discounts.
See more details here:
https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-short-film-grant/
11. Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant Fund
This grant is aimed at supporting Black women photographers, helping them fund creative projects.
Deadline: March 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.
Category: Photography.
Eligibility: Open to Black women photographers worldwide.
Prizes: Funding for photography projects.
See more details here:
https://blackwomenphotographers.com/grant-fund
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