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The Writers' Trust of Canada
The Woodcock Fund

This fund provides confidential and compassionate assistance to established and mid-career Canadian writers who are facing unexpected

Established in 1989 by George and Inge Woodcock, the purpose of this fund is to provide emergency funding for established or mid-career writers who are facing a severe or unseen financial crisis while attempting to finish their book. To date the fund has distributed over $400,000 in financial support to more than 110 Canadian writers, many prominent in their respective fields of writing. This fund is administered in such a way as to ensure the applicant strict confidentiality and discretion during the assessment process.

Eligibility
  • Mid- or late- career Canadian writers

Please see detailed eligibility criteria on the Writers' Trust website.

Amount
Varies according to financial need
Submissions Date
Anytime
Website
The Writers' Trust of Canada, The Woodcock Fund
Phone
The Writers' Trust of Canada (Toronto) (416) 504-8222
Woodcock Fund Program Manager: (416) 504-8222 ext. 243