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2026 POETRY SLAM SCHOLARSHIP 

Share Inform Enlighten is proud to announce that the Write Rhyme Recite Collective Poetry Slam Scholarship is officially open for submissions!

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We invite high school seniors who have a passion for poetry, spoken word, or creative expression to apply for this unique scholarship opportunity. Each year, we celebrate young voices who use their words to inspire, uplift, challenge, and tell powerful stories.

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Who Can Apply?

Long Island High school seniors graduating in 2026 who are interested in sharing an original poem or spoken word performance.

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What You’ll Need:

  • An original written or spoken word piece

  • A video performance of your poem

  • A completed application form

 

Selected finalists will perform at the Write Rhyme Recite Collective on April 25, 2026 at the Art League of Long Island in Dix Hills, NY, where scholarship recipients will be announced.

 

How to Apply:

Click below for full instructions, details, and the application link.

👉 Poetry Slam Scholarship Application

PAST POETRY SLAM SCHOLAR RECIPIENTS

2025 Poetry Slam Scholar Winner
Art League of Long Island - Dix Hills, NY 

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2024 Poetry Slam Scholar Winners
Art League of Long Island - Dix Hills, NY 

Poetry Slam Scholar 2024 - 1
Poetry Slam Scholar 2024 - 2
Poetry Slam Scholar 2024 - 3

2023 Poetry Slam Scholar Winners
Bisou - Lindenhurst, NY 

Poetry Slam Scholar 2023 - 1
Poetry Slam Scholar 2023 - 2
Poetry Slam Scholar 2023 - 3
Poetry Slam Scholar 2023 - 4
Poetry Slam Scholar 2023 - 5

2019 Poetry Slam Scholar Winners
Nassau County African American Museum - Hempstead, NY

2018 Poetry Slam Scholar Winners
Touro Law Center - Central Islip, NY 

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