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.
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!
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!
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.
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".
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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".
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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