Open
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 750
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Location
Saskatchewan
Overview
This program provides up to $750 per writers' group for the fiscal year August to June. It supports professional development activities that help Saskatchewan writers develop their craft.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750 $
Timeline
- Closing date : June 15, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Writing craft development activities for Saskatchewan writers' groups
- Workshops with authors
- Conferences, workshops, and craft development sessions
- Retreats and group meetings focused on writing
- Readings, open mics, and other group writing activities
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Direct deposit payment form
- Budget request
- Group membership list
- Previous follow-up report, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Saskatchewan writers' groups
Who is not eligible
- Groups with fewer than five active members
- Groups that do not meet the SWG membership requirement
- Groups that do not meet five times per year
- Groups that have not submitted the required follow-up report
Eligible expenses
- Author workshop fees
- Member travel, retreat, and conference costs
- Participation fees for workshops or conferences
- Venue rental and online meeting platform fees
- Costs for readings, open mics, and manuscript critique
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Self-publication
- Books for the group
- Website costs
- Promotion of the group or individual members
- Social events, food, alcohol, or party favours
- Hosting readings through the Author Readings Program in the same grant period
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after the deadline.
- Late or incomplete applications are not accepted.
- Applicants are notified in August if approved.
- Payment is issued in September 2026.
Additional information
- Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
- If mailing the application, it should be postmarked by June 15 to help ensure on-time delivery.
- All payments are made by direct deposit.
- Approved groups must acknowledge SWG sponsorship in their publicity and submit a follow-up report with receipts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the SWG Writers Group Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SWG Writers Group Grants. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the SWG Writers Group Grants?
This program provides up to $750 per writers' group for the fiscal year August to June. It supports professional development activities that help Saskatchewan writers develop their craft.
How much funding can be received?
SWG Writers Group Grants Funds up to $750 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the SWG Writers Group Grants program?
To be eligible for the SWG Writers Group Grants program, you must:
At least five active members.
Two-thirds SWG membership.
Meets five times a year.
What expenses are eligible under SWG Writers Group Grants?
Writing craft development activities for Saskatchewan writers' groups
Workshops with authors
Conferences, workshops, and craft development sessions
Retreats and group meetings focused on writing
Readings, open mics, and other group writing activities
Who can I contact for more information about the SWG Writers Group Grants?
You can contact United Way Regina by email at swgpr@skwriter.com or by phone at 306-791-7749.
Where is the SWG Writers Group Grants available?
The SWG Writers Group Grants program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the SWG Writers Group Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SWG Writers Group Grants is a Grant and Funding