2024 Writing in the Pines Scholarship Application

Scholarship Application:
Writing in the Pines

Deadline: April 7, 2024, 11:59pm EST

Judges will review submissions and make their selections.

We can only consider one application per writer and recommend submitting your strongest work. It's fine to submit work in a different genre than you would like to write at the program.

This attendance-based scholarship is made possible by the Stockton Center on Successful Aging (SCOSA). The requirements for this scholarship are based on the requirements of SCOSA's grant. They include the following:

Must be 60 years of age or older as of April 13, 2024.
Must reside in Atlantic County, NJ.
Complete the form below and upload your writing sample as follows: Format a single Word or PDF document with up to 3 poems (single spaced, one poem per page, 12 pt font) or up to 3 pages of prose (double spaced, 12 pt font). Excerpts of longer pieces are okay. If your submission exceeds these lengths and/or does not meet the formatting guidelines, we will not be able to consider it.

We are unable to accept snail mail applications.

You are not required to officially register for Writing in the Pines to apply for this scholarship; however, you are welcome to register to secure your spot and we will give you a refund if you receive a scholarship.

1. Tell us about yourself

Date of Birth

Age should be between 60 and 105 as of April 13th, 2024

Which workshop(s) are you interested in taking? (See details at murphywriting.com/pines)

Bitter and Sweet: A Memoir Workshop
Led by Peter E. Murphy
Crafting Vulnerability in Creative Nonfiction
Led by Nancy Reddy
The Intuitive Muse: A Poetry Workshop
Led by Luray Gross
Lines in Motion: A Poetry Workshop
Led by Shawn R. Jones
Anatomy of a Scene: A Fiction Workshop
Led by Hugo dos Santos
Fictional Ambassadors: Crafting Empathetic Characters
Led by Jade Jones

Please provide your contact information.

Name

Phone Number

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Address

County

Your gender pronoun(s)

She/her
He/him
They/them
Other

Brief bio (Limit: 150 words)

Tell us why you would like to attend Writing in the Pines. (Limit: 150 words)

Please see the 2024 HHS poverty guidelines.

Does your income fall above or below the 2024 poverty guidelines?

Please describe your financial need. (Limit: 150 words)

Do you identify as a person with a disability?

Please select the choice that best pertains to you.

Which of these best describe you?

2. Upload your work

Upload your work. Acceptable files include .doc and .pdf. (See all requirements at the top of this page.)

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Genre of your uploaded work

Poetry
Prose
(Fiction, nonfiction, memoir)

3. Optional Contribution

Applying for this scholarship is free; however, we welcome all contributions. Every dollar helps us keep these scholarships available, develop more writing opportunities for you to enjoy, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Murphy Writing.

Contribution Amount (optional)

Optional: Add 3% to help cover credit card fees.

Total

$0.00

4. Last Question

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