In-Community Programs and Fellowships
Through partnerships, grants, and our Essential Conversations Series, the Highlights Foundation offers several in-community program options for children’s authors and illustrators.
Fellowships and Programs
Muslim Storyteller’s Fellowship
The Muslim Storytellers Fellowship is an initiative made possible through a grant from the Doris Duke Foundation for Islamic Art’s (DDFIA) Building Bridges Program . The mission of the Building Bridges Program is to support national efforts, working with U.S. Muslims, to increase mutual understanding and well-being among diverse populations for the benefit of building stronger, inclusive communities.
Amplify Black Stories
In partnership with the Highlights Foundation, The Brown Bookshelf presented a year-long program in 2021 set to amplify Black stories, with a focus on supporting Black storytellers while confronting industry challenges and fostering change.
Diversity Fellowship
The Highlights Foundation Diversity Fellowship in Children’s Literature was a 24-month professional development and mentorship program for authors or illustrators actively pursuing publication within the children’s publishing industry.
Programs for Jewish Creatives
In partnership with the Highlights Foundation, The PJ Library offers scholarships and programs for Jewish writers and illustrators.
In-Community Workshops and Retreats
We also host in community retreats and workshops through our Essential Conversations series. Learn more about upcoming options.
Latinx Voices: An In-Community Retreat
Native Creatives: An In-Community Retreat
