Ink & Impact Fellowship

The Ink & Impact Fellowship is a nine-month program designed to support emerging writers who explore gender, sexuality, and marginalized identities through their work. Hosted by Page & Parlor and led by writer and historian Kimm Topping, the fellowship uplifts voices from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, BIPOC, and disabled writers across genres.

Fellows receive mentorship, resources, and funding to deepen their craft and develop stories that spark change. The program culminates in public readings and workshops at Page & Parlor, a community space for storytelling and social impact.

Fellowship Benefits

  • $1,500 Stipend: Unrestricted support for your creative practice

  • Monthly Professional Development: Sessions with guest writers, scholars, and activists

  • Coaching: Three one-on-one sessions with Fellowship Director Kimm Topping

  • Public Readings: Showcase your work at Page & Parlor in May 2026

  • Workshop Opportunity: Lead a community workshop based on your genre or advocacy focus

  • Workspace & Resources: Access to a curated resource library and future workspace at Page & Parlor

Timeline

  • Applications Open: June 12 – August 1, 2025

  • Decisions Sent: August 22, 2025

  • Fellowship Begins: September 2025

  • Final Reading & Session: May 2026

Who Should Apply

We welcome writers across all genres and backgrounds, especially those early in their careers. If your work explores identity, community, or social justice, we want to hear from you. Our goal is to foster a diverse cohort representing a range of perspectives and genres.

Support the Fellowship

You can make a direct impact by funding a fellow's stipend.

Fund a Fellow – $1,500
Your contribution provides a full stipend for one writer, enabling them to dedicate time and energy to their craft. This support removes financial barriers and ensures their voice is heard in the literary landscape. You're not just supporting a writer—you're investing in stories that educate, advocate, and inspire change.

Sip, Savor, and Support the Art of Storytelling

Presented by Page & Parlor & Lavender Education

Date: June 12
Time: 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: Bow Market Upstairs

Join us for a night where stories come alive, voices are uplifted, and imagination blossoms. Stories in Bloom is a vibrant fundraiser celebrating the art of storytelling in all its expressive forms—with every ticket supporting the Ink & Impact Fellowship, a transformative program for emerging writers exploring gender, sexuality, and marginalized identities.

Whether you're a lover of literature, a supporter of queer creativity, or simply seeking a magical night out, this evening promises joy, connection, and inspiration. Featured performers in poetry and performance will be announced soon.

Ticket Options

Community: $40

Event entry (sliding scale for those who need it)

General Admission: $100

Entry + one complimentary drink

Patron: $400

VIP entry, cocktail flight, early access to the venue, exclusive meet & greet, and name recognition on event promotion

All proceeds go toward our $30,000 fundraising goal to support the Ink & Impact Fellowship.

About the Ink & Impact Fellowship

The Ink & Impact Fellowship is a nine-month program supporting emerging writers committed to exploring gender, sexuality, and marginalized identities through their craft.

Whether working in fiction, poetry, nonfiction, or hybrid genres, fellows develop narratives that promote education, advocacy, and social change. The fellowship offers opportunities to deepen creative practice, collaborate with peers, and connect with mentors and guest speakers.

Program highlights include:

  • Monthly professional development with writers, scholars, and activists
  • Individual coaching and workshops with Kimm Topping, author of Generation Queer
  • Public readings and community feedback opportunities
  • A stipend, resources, and access to a supportive cohort

Learn more here! By attending Stories in Bloom, you help ensure these powerful voices have the tools and support to share the stories only they can tell.