How's the Jump-9 Writers Grant Selection Process Going?

542.

That is how many Jump-9 Writers Grant applications we received in September. Ya'll, I was FLOORED. I was not only impressed by the shear volume of applications, but also by the amazing creativity of the applicants. It means so much to the TKG team that so many members of the Mothership Community took the time to complete the application and pitch their stories. Even though we will only be selecting 3 in the end, I think there's going to be many more awesome new Mothership adventures coming your way.

So how does this process work, anyway? As you know, applications for the grant closed on September 30th. Since then, a team of judges have been reviewing the applications, discussing the content, and giving ratings to each submission. Yes, all 542.

Now that all have been reviewed, the team is narrowing down their top picks. Those finalists will then go through an interview process before three grant recipients are finally selected and revealed on November 30th. Those recipients will receive $9,000 each to develop their game, as well as mentorship from the TKG crew.

I am so stoked to meet our finalists and see their amazing ideas become incredible adventures. Stay tuned for more information on the big reveal.