The mission of the funder, presumably the Children's Literature Association (ChLA), is to support student participation and contribute to the field of children's literature through encouraging original scholarship and research.
The Diversity Research Grant aims to support research on children’s and young adult cultural artifacts, specifically focusing on populations that have traditionally been underrepresented or marginalized. Established in 2013, this grant encourages annual applications for projects poised to make a significant contribution to the field of children's literature scholarship or criticism. Proposals are accepted during a set submission period each year, and funds can be utilized for a variety of research-related expenses. Recipients are expected to eventually submit a paper proposal for presentation at a ChLA annual conference, demonstrating the project's impact on promoting diversity within children's and young adult literature.