Academy of American Poets

The Academy of American Poets is a non-profit organization based in New York City that is dedicated to promoting contemporary poetry and supporting American poets. With a presence in all 50 states and beyond, the organization runs various initiatives to achieve its mission. This includes managing Poets.org, the largest publicly funded website for poets and poetry, organizing National Poetry Month, publishing Poem-a-Day series and American Poets magazine, providing resources for K-12 educators through Teach This Poem, and hosting annual poetry readings and events, including a gala reading in April. The Academy also awards the American Poets Prizes and Fellowships and leads the Poetry Coalition, a national effort to promote poetry's cultural value. The organization, founded in 1934, received a $40.00K grant investment from the Poetry Foundation on 11th June 2024. This support reflects a recognition of the Academy's impactful work in championing poets and poetry, and aligns with a broader trend of investing in cultural and educational initiatives. The Academy's nationwide reach and the diverse range of programs it offers demonstrate a commitment to advancing poetry's significance across different age groups and backgrounds.