All Readers Welcome: Supporting School Libraries
Our flagship literacy program sends books to underfunded school libraries.
Ann Whitford Paul and Writers Digest Most Promising Manuscript Award
The SCBWI ILF is now administering the iconic Ann Whitford Paul and Writers Digest Most Promising Manuscript Award—now open to non-members.
Russell Freedman Award
The Russell Freedman Award for Nonfiction for a Better World, given to a work of nonfiction that contributes to our understanding of how to make our world and society better.
The Charlotte and Wilbur Award for Compassion for Animals
Given to a traditionally published book that demonstrates regard and compassion for animals.
The Encouragement Fund
The Encouragement Fund offers three no-strings attached yearly grants of $2,000 each to three children’s book authors, artists or translators who have traditionally published at least one book.
Community Bookstore Grant
A pilot program offering grants to independent bookstores around the world.
Student Advocates for Speech Program
The Student Advocates for Speech Program, a collaboration between SCBWI and The National Coalition Against Censorship to train high school students in the underlying issues related to freedom of speech and expression.
2024 Children Book Changemakers Special
On Thursday, April 11th at 4pm PT / 7pm ET, you’re invited to the Children’s Book Changemakers Special, presented by the SCBWI Impact and Legacy Fund.
SCBWI Conversations
Earlier this season, we hosted a conversation between student advocates and banned authors.
Monthly Microgrants
A stipend of $1500 is awarded each month to organizations or individuals selected by the Steering Committee for their outstanding work in the children’s book field.
