Michael Jacobs Travel Writing Grant Program
The Michael Jacobs Travel Writing Grant Program is a prestigious award that supports excellence in travel journalism, particularly in Latin America and Spain. Here’s a summary of the key points:
Grant Details:
- Award Amount: $10,000 USD to support research and writing
- Payment Structure: $5,000 upon announcement of the winner and $5,000 upon completion of the project and submission for publication
- Additional Benefit: The winner will be invited to serve as a jury member for the next edition of the grant
Eligibility:
- Journalists and writers of any nationality can apply
- Applicants must have published at least one article or book
- The submitted work must focus on travel journalism in Latin America or Spain
Application Requirements:
- A detailed presentation of the proposed article or book (at least 1,500 words)
- An autobiography of no more than 400 words describing the applicant’s experience as a travel journalist and motivation for applying
- One piece of published writing (in print or digital media)
Important Dates:
- Deadline: December 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (Colombian time / GMT-5)
- Winner Announcement: The official announcement of the winner will take place at the Hay Festival Cartagena de Indias 2026, from January 29 to February 1, 2026
Visit HERE for more opportunities.
