Funding Amount

$500

Deadline

April 24, 2026

16 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Howard County Youth Poet Laureate

Funder: Howard County Arts Council in partnership with Howard County Poetry & Literature Society (HoCoPoLitSo)

Geographic Scope: Howard County, Maryland

Overview: Established by Howard County Executive Calvin Ball in October 2023, the position of Howard County Youth Poet Laureate amplifies the power of youth expression, celebrates community, and promotes literary arts in Howard County.

Award: $500 honorarium paid in two equal installments of $250 (at beginning and end of term)

Term: August 2025 through June 2026 (one year)

Responsibilities:

  • Act as an ambassador for literacy, arts, and youth expression

  • Demonstrate passion for poetry and its power to connect communities

  • Participate in local public readings

  • Participate in civic events
  • Contact:

  • Dana Whipkey

  • grantsandprojects@hocoarts.org

  • (410) 313-2787
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Visit hocoarts.org/grants for full guidelines and application
    2. Complete the online application
    3. Submit by the deadline

    Deadline: April 24, 2026

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    creative-writingyouth-programs

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