Whiting Nonfiction Grant for Works-in-Progress
Forecasted
The Whiting Nonfiction Grant for Works-in-Progress supports writers in completing deeply researched nonfiction books for general adult readers, funded by the Whiting Foundation.
Funder: Whiting Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $40,000 per award | 10 awards per cycle | One or two installments
Summary: Supports writers completing deeply researched nonfiction books for general adult audiences, providing substantial resources at a critical mid-stage of the writing process.
Key Information: Book must be under contract with a US, UK, or Canadian publisher by the application deadline.
Description
The Whiting Nonfiction Grant for Works-in-Progress provides $40,000 to each of ten writers annually, supporting the completion of deeply researched and artfully crafted nonfiction books intended for a general adult readership. The grant is designed to help authors at a crucial mid-stage—after significant progress but before completion—by providing resources for research, writing, and living expenses. The aim is to foster original and ambitious literary projects that might otherwise be delayed or compromised due to financial constraints.
