Small development grants for poets living in the uk.

Are you a poet, currently living in the UK? Have you seen opportunities to further your art or career, but could not afford to take them up?

Bravado awards are small grants (up to £500), awarded annually and intended to enable you to undertake opportunities you would not otherwise be able to access due to reasons of cost, travel or any financial burden. We will also consider one-off costs relating to equipment which facilitates your writing practice.

Eligibility: All poets aged 18+ and resident in the UK for more than one month are eligible.  We particularly welcome applications from poets who identify as disabled, from the global majority, LGBTQIA+, refugees, neurodivergent individuals, and those with other protected characteristics.

We believe in supporting powerful writing from diverse voices.  We believe that amplifying voices which may not otherwise be heard progresses equality, diversity and inclusion, and that everyone should have the opportunity to develop their talent.

The Bravado Awards are not currently open for submissions. We anticipate them opening again in November 2024.

(Brave Words are gratefully able to offer the Bravado Awards due to the very kind donations of an individual who wishes to remain anonymous.)