$5,000 For Ezra Jack Keats Award for Writer
How much is the grant worth?
$5,000
Who is the grant for?
Writer
Who is awarding the grant?
Ezra Jack Keats Foundation
What is the deadline for entry?
31/12/2021
Summary from their website:
The EJK Award is given to a new writer for a picture book written in the tradition of EJK that:
● Highlights the universal qualities of childhood and the strength of the family.
● Reflects the multicultural nature of our world.
● Has an original text and original story (no folktales or retelling of folktales).
● Unifies illustrations and text.
● Avoids stereotypes.
● Is respectful of the child’s intelligence, sensitivity, curiosity, and love of learning.
● Displays freshness and originality of language and literary expression.