PEN Grant for the English Translation of Italian Literature
Forecasted
The PEN Grant for the English Translation of Italian Literature from PEN America supports translators working to bring Italian literary works into English.
Funder: PEN America
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 for one translator of a book-length Italian literary work; one recipient per year.
Summary: Supports outstanding translators working to bring Italian literary fiction or nonfiction into English.
Key Information: Apply via the PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants; Italian projects are automatically considered.
Description
This grant, administered by PEN America, recognizes and supports translators working on book-length translations of Italian literary fiction or nonfiction into English. Established in 2017, it is part of PEN America's commitment to promoting world literature and fostering cross-cultural dialogue through translation. Each year, a $5,000 prize is awarded to a translator for a work-in-progress, celebrating the artistry and craft required to convey the nuances of Italian literature to English-speaking audiences. The grant operates within the PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants program—applicants with eligible Italian projects are automatically considered.
