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2022 Press, Announcements, and Accolades

Second San Diego Public Library Monthly Den, Coming January 24th!

The Writing Den is thrilled to announce our new and second monthly den with the San Diego Public Library/Central Library. In-Person (Last Monday, 2pm-4pm PST) and in addition to our current Virtual den. Fourth in our launch city with a total of 11  dens coast to coast! Coming January 24th, details to attend here.

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2021 Press, Announcements, and Accolades

Momentum, Shaping Causes That Matter Donation Partnership, 7/26/21

Investing In Communities, Real Estate with Purpose that Helps Fund Nonprofits Partnership, 6/16/21

Investing In Communities, Real Estate with Purpose that Helps Fund Nonprofits Partnership, 6/16/21

The Writing Den is a selected launch partner of Momentum whose mission is to help increase funds for nonprofits to reduce suffering and improve lives. Their donation ecosystem promotes more intimate, transparent, and sustainable giving for all parties. Click here to see the impact your support can generate for our den!

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Investing In Communities, Real Estate with Purpose that Helps Fund Nonprofits Partnership, 6/16/21

Investing In Communities, Real Estate with Purpose that Helps Fund Nonprofits Partnership, 6/16/21

Investing In Communities, Real Estate with Purpose that Helps Fund Nonprofits Partnership, 6/16/21

Investing In Communities (IIC) turns brokered real estate transaction referral fees into free funding for each client’s favorite nonprofit through their no cost platform to register a current or find an IIC recommended broker. Watch and learn here, then consider The Writing Den as your chosen charity! 

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New Partner San Diego Public Library, Monthly Virtual Handwriting Den Launch, 6/8/21

Investing In Communities, Real Estate with Purpose that Helps Fund Nonprofits Partnership, 6/16/21

The Writing Den Joins the Conversation as a Guest on"The Round Table Talk Show", 5/27/21

The Writing Den is thrilled to announce our new monthly den with the San Diego Public Library/Central Library. Third in the city with a total of nine coast to coast! Virtual launch on June 8th (Second Tuesday, 12-1pm PST) with in person coming early 2022 when live programs resume.

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The Writing Den Joins the Conversation as a Guest on"The Round Table Talk Show", 5/27/21

The Writing Den Joins the Conversation as a Guest on"The Round Table Talk Show", 5/27/21

The Writing Den Joins the Conversation as a Guest on"The Round Table Talk Show", 5/27/21

The Writing Den Shares "Pandemic Game Plan" on The Entrepreneur's HUB Podcast, 3/29/21

Jill Higson, Executive Director/Co-Founder, The Writing Den and Chief Curator/Founder, The Art Arsenal joined host, Sharifah Hardie and three other passionate bootstrapping entrepreneurs for a lively and inspiring conversation on"The Round Table Talk Show".

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The Writing Den Shares "Her Entrepreneur Story" on Dabi's Daughter Podcast, 5/9/21

The Writing Den Joins the Conversation as a Guest on"The Round Table Talk Show", 5/27/21

The Writing Den Shares "Her Entrepreneur Story" on Dabi's Daughter Podcast, 5/9/21

Iyman Bradwell-El, Chief Operating Officer, Dabi's Daughter invited guest Jill Higson, Executive Director/Co-Founder, The Writing Den and Founder, The Art Arsenal to share her insights and inspirations as a non-profit and small business entrepreneur on Dabi's Daughter Podcast.

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Feature for The Writing Den in Gotham Ghostwriters Weekly Newsletter, 5/3/21

The Writing Den Joins the Conversation as a Guest on"The Round Table Talk Show", 5/27/21

The Writing Den Shares "Her Entrepreneur Story" on Dabi's Daughter Podcast, 5/9/21

Grateful for the wonderful introduction and  support of The Writing Den in writing fans and connectors Gotham Ghostwriters' weekly newsletter. Sent to the agency's 2,000 editorial specialists (already contacting us!). Discover how to make your book, speech, or article a reality! 

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'Shout Out' for The Writing Den in "77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam" Book, 4/7/21

'Shout Out' for The Writing Den in "77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam" Book, 4/7/21

'Shout Out' for The Writing Den in "77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam" Book, 4/7/21

Susan P. Hunter, "77 Letters" author shares her mother's inspiring story as Operation Morale Booster Founder of Vietnam soldier pen pal program and correspondence with one special soldier. Decades of healing from handwriting Grateful for our 'shout out' on book's back cover!

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The Writing Den Releases 2020 Annual Report with Virtual Adaptions and Impact, 2/4/21

'Shout Out' for The Writing Den in "77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam" Book, 4/7/21

'Shout Out' for The Writing Den in "77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam" Book, 4/7/21

Despite the challenges of 2020, The Writing Den had a productive year! Have a look at our 2020 Annual Report to see our adaptions, impact, and achievements that furthered our mission to enable those in need with the power to 'put pen to paper' - virtually and in person when safe.

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The Writing Den Shares "Pandemic Game Plan" on The Entrepreneur's HUB Podcast, 3/29/21

'Shout Out' for The Writing Den in "77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam" Book, 4/7/21

The Writing Den Shares "Pandemic Game Plan" on The Entrepreneur's HUB Podcast, 3/29/21

Omar S. Muhammad, Director, EDAC Morgan Director invited guests Jill Higson, Executive Director/Co-Founder, The Writing Den and Dr. Tariana Little, CEO/Co-Founder, EmVision to share their organization's pandemic online adaptions and impact on The Entrepreneur's HUB.

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2019-2020 Press, Announcements, and Accolades

Downtown San Diego Partnership Sits Down With Our Den, 1/28/21

Downtown San Diego Partnership Sits Down With Our Den, 1/28/21

Downtown San Diego Partnership Sits Down With Our Den, 1/28/21

 Downtown San Diego Partnership's President Betsy Brennan sat down with The Writing Den for their "Convos and Coffee" local business series. Co-Founders Jill Higson and Christian Michaels shared the organization's pandemic pivots and impact and what's next for "America's Finest City".

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Just Us Partners Foundation Awards The Writing Den, 9/26/20

Downtown San Diego Partnership Sits Down With Our Den, 1/28/21

Downtown San Diego Partnership Sits Down With Our Den, 1/28/21

JustUs Partners Foundation honored The Writing Den as 1 of 11 San Diego County 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations inspiring healing and helping underserved youth, families, and communities at their virtual Sawubona Gala. We are so grateful for their $1,000 grant as well. Click here to see the gala presentation.

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The Writing Den Releases 2019 Annual Report, 3/17/20

Downtown San Diego Partnership Sits Down With Our Den, 1/28/21

"University of Washington" Den Alumna Feature, 12/2020

We are proud to share The Writing Den’s continued growth, impact, and achievements in our second year, 2019 Annual Report. We continued  our mission to help the homeless create, communicate and (re)connect through the power of handwriting. Get to know, support, and make a difference!

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"University of Washington" Den Alumna Feature, 12/2020

Holiday Visit from New York City Official at Den, 12/11/20

"University of Washington" Den Alumna Feature, 12/2020

The Winter edition of University of Washington Magazine features alumni and Writing Den leaders Kay Stelter and Executive Director Jill Higson for the positive impact our dens have in Seattle, New York, and San Diego. Click here to read the article.

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Holiday Visit from New York City Official at Den, 12/11/20

Holiday Visit from New York City Official at Den, 12/11/20

Holiday Visit from New York City Official at Den, 12/11/20

We were grateful for a holiday visit from Wendy Garcia, Chief Diversity from  New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer’s office. She joined guests and staff for festive writing and greetings at our Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen monthly den.

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Writing Den Co-Founder Named "Soho House Pioneer", 11/3/19

Holiday Visit from New York City Official at Den, 12/11/20

Holiday Visit from New York City Official at Den, 12/11/20

Co-Founder Jill Higson is honored and grateful to one of thirteen chosen innovating and inspiring "Soho House Pioneers" by the Soho House and RIMOWA. Get to know Jill's and other game changers' work in Soho House Notes issue. 

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Second Writing Den Opens in Downtown Seattle, 10/28/19

New York City Officials Stop by Muhlenberg Library Den, 10/15/19

New York City Officials Stop by Muhlenberg Library Den, 10/15/19

The Writing Den opened our second Seattle den at Seattle's Union Gospel Mission Men's Shelter and is overseen by Den Leader, Kay Stelter. UGM is the city’s oldest organization with the mission to end hunger and homelessness. 1,000+ meals are served daily and accompanied by social services.

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New York City Officials Stop by Muhlenberg Library Den, 10/15/19

New York City Officials Stop by Muhlenberg Library Den, 10/15/19

New York City Officials Stop by Muhlenberg Library Den, 10/15/19

In our effort to create continued awareness of NYC's homeless issue, we were thrilled Erick Bottcher, Chief of Staff and Wyatt Frank, Council Aide to New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson  stopped by our Muhlenberg Library monthly den.

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Optimist Club of Coronado Hosts The Writing Den, 4/25/19

New York City Officials Stop by Muhlenberg Library Den, 10/15/19

Feature Article in the "San Diego Union-Tribune", 4/21/19

The Writing Den thanks for Optimist Club of Coronado for hosting us at their monthly meeting. It was a great opportunity to introduce our work to their benevolent organization's members. Photo of Coronado Optimists President, Carla Fargo and The Writing Den Co-Founder, Christian Michaels.

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Feature Article in the "San Diego Union-Tribune", 4/21/19

Front Page Story in New York City's "Chelsea News", 1/24-30/19

Feature Article in the "San Diego Union-Tribune", 4/21/19

The San Diego Union-Tribune featured an article about The Writing Den and the work we do. Reporter Gary Warth had the opportunity to interview some of those in need who have benefited from the writing services we offer. Click button or link to view article.

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Downtown San Diego Partnership Welcomes New Members, 4/17/19

Front Page Story in New York City's "Chelsea News", 1/24-30/19

Front Page Story in New York City's "Chelsea News", 1/24-30/19

The  Downtown San Diego Partnership held a luncheon for its new members. The Writing Den is proud to be one of them! We hope to align our mission to connect those in need with their homeless outreach programs. Visit downtownsandiego.org for more information.

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Front Page Story in New York City's "Chelsea News", 1/24-30/19

Front Page Story in New York City's "Chelsea News", 1/24-30/19

Front Page Story in New York City's "Chelsea News", 1/24-30/19

We are thrilled to share The Writing Den’s first press! New York City's Chelsea News front page feature in their weekly issue about our mission, impact, and four dens in the Big Apple. Fantastic start to the new year! Click button or link to view article.

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