You Write. We Build the Space.
Shut Up & Write! is more than a habit—it's a lifeline for writers around the world. Your donation keeps our events free, inclusive, and thriving.
Shut Up & Write! is an initiative of Writing Partners, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible in the U.S.
Why Your Gift Matters
Shut Up & Write! reaches over 1,500 communities every week. Your donation helps us:
Host free online and in-person writing events around the globe
Train and support hundreds of volunteer organizers
Partner with universities and underserved communities
Build new tools to make writing more accessible for everyone
“This community made me fall in love with writing again.”
“I finally finished my thesis because of SUAW.”
“I came for the accountability, but I stayed for the people. Shut Up & Write! gave me a writing practice—and a place to belong.”
FAQs
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While our organizers generously give their time, running a global network takes real infrastructure. Your donation helps us:
Maintain the free platform organizers and writers use
Offer training and support for our volunteers
Host daily online events in multiple time zones
Expand to underserved communities and universities
Ensure quality, accessibility, and consistency across events
Without donations, none of this is sustainable—even with volunteers.
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Your donation directly supports the tools, systems, and people that make Shut Up & Write! possible—from our digital platform and online event infrastructure to training, outreach, and support for volunteer organizers.
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Yes. Shut Up & Write! is an initiative of Writing Partners, a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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Yes! Monthly donations help us plan ahead and grow sustainably. Just check the “Monthly Donation” option above.