Furthermore Grants in Publishing

Furthermore Grants in Publishing

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Jm Kaplan Fund Inc
Amount: US $1,500 - US $12,000
Last Updated: January 15, 2026

Summary

Furthermore Grants in Publishing support nonfiction books focused on art, architecture, design, cultural history, and conservation, aiming to engage an informed audience. Grants cover essential publication components like writing, editing, and design. Eligible recipients include 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. and abroad. Preference is given to projects with established publisher commitments and distribution plans. Note that individual applications are not accepted. More details can be found on their FAQ page.

Overview

NOTE: The ideal time to apply is when you can supply every item requested in the application. You must apply at least three months before your publication will be printed. Background Furthermore grants assist nonfiction books having to do with art, architecture, and design; cultural history, the city, and related public issues; and conservation and preservation. We look for work that appeals to an informed general audience, gives evidence of high standards in editing, design, and production, and promises a reasonable shelf life. Funds apply to such specific publication components as: writing, research, editing, indexing, design, illustration, photography, and printing and binding. Please refer to FAQ for additional informations.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Recipients of Furthermore grants are located throughout the U.S. and occasionally abroad.Grant applicants must be 501(c)3 organizations;They have included civic and academic institutions, museums, independent and university presses, and professional societies.While grant recipients must have 501(c)3 status, the book projects assisted by Furthermore sometimes result in trade publication.Furthermore will also consider grant requests from organizations based outside the United States if they have documented equivalent 501(c)(3) status.Grants have been awarded internationally.However, almost two-thirds of all Furthermore grants have gone to New York State applicants.A large number of the projects concern New York State, New York City, and Hudson Valley subjects.

Ineligibility

Applications from individuals cannot be accepted.