The Spark Award honors outstanding independently published children's books, celebrating excellence in writing, illustration, and design within self- and indie-publishing.
Work-in-Progress Awards support children’s book writers and illustrators through manuscript recognition and exposure to acquiring editors, helping them move projects toward completion and publication.
Grant supports SCBWI members with funds to cover essential pre-publication costs for self-publishing children's books, based on project quality and business plan strength.
Emerging Voices Award supports marginalized writers and writer-illustrators through conference participation, publicity, and career guidance to foster diverse voices in American children’s books.
The Crystal Kite Member Choice Awards honor outstanding children’s books in SCBWI regions, chosen by member vote and recognized with a crystal award and presentation opportunity.
Kate Dopirak Craft & Community Award supports authors facing financial barriers with conference attendance and an agent and/or editor consultation to strengthen writing craft and build community.