Westchester County Poet Laureate
Funding Amount
$10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Westchester County Poet Laureate
Funder: ArtsWestchester in partnership with Westchester County Executive
Status: Current cycle (2024-2026) closed. Next application period: Late 2026
Geographic Scope: Westchester County, NY
Focus Areas: Poetry; recognition of poetic excellence
Award Details:
Current Laureate: Phylisha Villanueva of Yonkers (2024-2026), announced by County Executive George Latimer in partnership with ArtsWestchester. Villanueva was selected from 14 applicants and succeeded poet B.K. Fischer.
Funding Source: Honorarium made possible with funds from Westchester County
Contact Information: Reference ArtsWestchester at (914) 428-4220 or 31 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY
How to Apply
Application Process
- Application cycle next opens: Late 2026
- Sample guidelines available to review
- Submit application during designated application period
- Specific application procedures and requirements available in official guidelines
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