Who Can Apply: Beginning and advanced writers in Dutch, Frisian, Papiamentu or Papiamento, and visual artists/illustrators; beginners need an unpublished debut plus one qualifying activity, advanced applicants need a project grant for a book in the past two years.
The Focus: Contribution to costs of education, coaching, guidance, editing, and travel/accommodation for education or research at home or abroad.
The Funding: Grant of €500–€2,500 per application.
Key Requirements: Online application form, development plan based on the provided model, budget, and a reflection on any previously received development grant.
Application notesApplications are accepted continuously via the online form. The form cannot be saved partway, so prepare the development plan, budget, and any required supporting documents beforehand. Required attachments depend on the qualifying condition, such as a publisher contract or letter of intent, diploma, performance proof, publication proof, or talent-development participation.