FCP, Inc. HAS SERVED poets, teachers, and students of California for 84 years in its role of promoting the appreciation and understanding of poetry. Established in the Los Angeles area in 1939, it quickly spread to other areas throughout the state.

Today, after undergoing a series of revisions, CFCP, Inc. is moving toward on-line activities and workshops while continuing to recognize as members both chapters and individuals from San Diego to the northern parts of the state, with members at large in many other states, as well as internationally.

Among its more public activities are two annual Poetry Contests in which outstanding works by both students and adults are recognized with prizes and awards; the organization also offers occasional seminars and workshops at locations throughout the state.

For more information regarding poetry contests for 2024, please click on the highlighted words above, or you can click on the word 'contests' in the bar below.