Is the Kundiman Retreat real?

The announcement is public: Published by Kundiman at kundiman.org · applications typically open in December. Listed Jul 28. NextShark listed it here with a link to the original program page — always apply through the official page.

When is the Kundiman Retreat deadline?

End of day January 15, 2026 (New York time).

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A fellowship retreat for Asian American writers

Kundiman Retreat

Fellowship · Brooklyn, NY · Annual — typically opens in December · Closes January 15, 2026

Heads upKundiman charges a $25 application fee — stated on the official page.

This program has closed (deadline was Jan 15). Browse open opportunities →

The program

Fellows get free room and board at the storied poetry-and-fiction retreat.

Good fit if

Anyone who self-identifies as AAPI and is at least 18 years old can apply to the Retreat.

Condensed from the institution's official announcement.

You might also qualify for

$30,000 fellowships for AAPI artistsAAPI Civic Engagement FundCloses Oct 15
Six-month New York fellowship for artists based in AsiaAsian Cultural CouncilCloses Nov 10

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