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Literary Cleveland

Cleveland, OH

GIG Fund

FY2025

About

Literary Cleveland will bring four authors to Cleveland, Ohio, to participate in free public readings as well as writing masterclasses designed to amplify the stories of underrepresented communities, increase access to high quality literary opportunities, and address cultural redlining and segregation.

Award Details

  • GIG Fund
    Grant or Award Received
  • Ohio
    Location
  • $4,000
    Grant Amount
  • 2025
    Fiscal Year of Award

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