Empowering Stories. Creating Opportunity.
Supporting aspiring creators on their journey to publication.
FIRST-TIME AUTHOR GRANT
THE DR. P-BODY FOUNDATION
Helping First-Time Authors Take the Next Step
The Dr. P-Body Foundation supports aspiring creators working toward publishing their first full-length book. Through the First-Time Author Publication Grant, eligible writers have an opportunity to request support for expenses associated with bringing their work to publication.
FIRST-TIME AUTHOR PUBLICATION GRANT
UP TO $500 IN PUBLICATION SUPPORT • APPLICATIONS OPENS JULY 15 2026 | CLOSES MARCH 15 2027 | FUNDS MAY 15 2027
Supporting aspiring creators on their journey to publication.
Aspiring first-time authors who have never previously published a full-length book in traditional, self-published, digital, or e-book format.
WHO CAN APPLY
A completed application and the required writing sample. The writing sample must include the first two consecutive chapters of your manuscript, double-spaced in 12-point Times New Roman and submitted in PDF format.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Approved grant assistance is applied directly toward eligible publishing services provided through SHE Publishing LLC. Grant funds are not distributed directly to recipients as unrestricted cash.
Publication-related expenses such as developmental editing, proofreading, book cover illustration, typesetting, formatting software, and related publication services.
WHAT FUNDING MAY SUPPORT
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Here's what you'll need to submit your application.
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COMPLETE THE APPLICATION
Provide your applicant information, manuscript details, project narrative, publication plan, and funding request.
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PREPARE YOUR WRITING SAMPLE
Include the first two consecutive chapters of your manuscript, double-spaced in 12-point Times New Roman and submitted in PDF format.
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PREPARE YOUR BUDGET
Provide an itemized breakdown of how the requested funds will be used. Supporting quotes or price sheets are optional but preferred.
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SUBMIT YOUR MATERIALS
Email your completed application and required writing sample to drpbodyfoundation@yahoo.com. Please ensure all required materials are included before submitting.
FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP
The leadership of The Dr. P-Body Foundation
O’Mia Smith
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Founder & President
Velma Young
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Treasurer
Jeanette Nichols
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Secretary
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