Read Page Lambert's Essay on her 2008 CAL Grant Experience. 

CAL Writer’s Grant

APPLY NOW!!  Deadline May 1, 2010

Want to attend a writers’ workshop, conference, seminar or retreat in 2010-2011? Would a little extra money give you a much-needed kick in the pants to get away from your desk and expand your horizons? Then apply for the Colorado Authors League Grant!

CAL has $1,000 in grants available. We divide the money between a minimum of two and a maximum of five members. CAL Grants must be used as a reimbursement to help offset expenses of writer enrichment opportunities as described above.  They are not intended for degree programs.

Only current CAL members may apply. Applications are judged by the Denver Public Library Friends Foundation.  The judge enjoys humor and human interest, so approach the application with flair!

Here’s how to apply:

Answer the following questions on a single page. Do not put your name or address on the page, but do attach a 3x5 card with your name, address, email address and phone number. Here are the questions:

1. Tell us about the program you will attend.  Include facts like its name, format, location and length, but also explain how this specific program matches your personality, writing style and professional development needs.
2. Tell us how much the program costs (tuition, room and board, transportation, etc.) and how much grant money you hope to receive.
3. Pretend this program took your career to a whole new level, making you a huge success and a media darling.  A reporter asks how the program changed your life, improved your writing or inspired you.  How would you answer?
4. If you receive a grant, how will you share your experience with CAL members: through a luncheon presentation?  A newsletter article?  Other?

Send your application to CAL Grant, c/o Pam Novotny, 933 Pine Street, Boulder, CO 80302.  Deadline is May 1!