Grant Opportunities

The 2025 Black Voices in Children’s Literature: Writing Contest


Deadline: July 22, 2025
Award Amount: First Place: $1,000, Second Place: $500, Third Place: $250
Match: None
Eligible Entities: Arts/Creatives
Description: This contest is open to Black authors who, at the time of entry, are at least 18 years of age and residing anywhere in the United States. The contest’s mission is to elevate authentic, culturally relevant children’s stories written by and about Black people.

Black Voices Writing Contest