Press Releases

Foundation aligns organizational values with new investment strategy

Commits More than $3 Million in Grants to 12 Organizations Across the United States

Trustees celebrated the 20th anniversary of Poetry Out Loud at the National Finals

Mendoza Receives a $20,000 Prize as Champion

Celebration of Illinois Arts also marks the creation of the Illinois Creative Caucus and 60th Anniversary of Illinois Arts Council 

Poets encouraged to carry forward the incredible work of Chicago’s inaugural Poet Laureate, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, Chicago Public Library, and the Poetry Foundation to bring poetry to the people—apply from April 17 to May 29, 2025.

Students to Compete for $20,000 Grand Prize May 6-7, 2025, as Program Celebrates 20th Anniversary 

Presenting free poetry events, writing workshops, a new exhibition on the poetics of home, and more.