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Deadline: February 1, 2023
NASW invites proposals from individuals or groups for grants of up to $15,000 to support projects and programs that will help science writers professionally and benefit the field of science writing. Projects must be aligned with NASW’s mission and accessible to U.S.-based science writers.
The Grants Committee encourages creative thinking, and so, as, in past years, the guidelines for Idea Grant proposals are consciously broad. However, the committee prioritizes applications that propose novel projects, events, or resources that the NASW grants program has not previously supported.
Successful past applications have demonstrated how funded work will be sustained beyond the award period. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about the program, review past awards, and read selected proposals from past projects. Before submitting a proposal, please also review our list of Dos and Don’ts.
Project funds should not support individual works, such as underwriting a single investigative piece or book, but could, for instance, underwrite a study of the state of science writing in the United States or a resource for science writers. All Idea Grant projects are organized independently of NASW, meaning NASW does not provide recipients with web services, event support, or other organizational resources.
NASW is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are especially interested in projects led by and/or that serve underrepresented audiences and groups. In addition, any funded projects that solicit multiple voices, whether in the form of panels, events, writing compilations, etc., will be expected to showcase a broad diversity of voices from varied perspectives and backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, physical ability, nationality, age, socioeconomic status, and belief. The best proposals will outline diversity, equity, and inclusion plans in project development, execution, and outreach.
SEE ALSO: Livingston Awards for Young Journalists 2023
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants need not be NASW members, and the committee welcomes proposals from all PIOs, journalists, freelance writers, and other interested parties. Applicants outside the United States may apply, but all proposals must demonstrate a clear benefit to U.S.-based science writers.
Application Registration Deadline: 1st February 2023
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