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WHY THIS WORK MATTERS

The world can feel like a lot right now, especially for our youth.

The constant noise. The pressure. The expectations.

But then they walk into one of our spaces, sit down, and begin to write.

As the pen moves across the page, their shoulders drop.

They exhale. Their imagination wakes up.

And when they begin sharing their words, something even more magical happens.

They hear snaps and claps—sounds of affirmation.

They feel more connected. They feel less alone.

They feel more like themselves.

Here’s what they tell us afterward:

“I feel happy after writing.”

“I feel calm.”

“After writing, I start to feel better about myself and more confident.”

“I feel like I accomplished something … like I did something that matters.”

This is the heart of our work.

This is the power of expressive writing.

And this is what your generosity makes possible.

WHAT YOUR GIFT DOES

Your support creates spaces where:

You’re not just funding a program.

You're creating spaces of calm and connection, which are needed now more than ever.

$55 → Equip One Storyteller
Provides journals and creative materials for one youth participant to share their story and find their voice.
$110 → Spark a Workshop
Supports a portion of a guided writing workshop — where participants process, create, and connect in a supportive space.
$220 → Fuel Creative Healing
Funds materials, journals, and a portion of instructor time for one storytelling session that helps participants build confidence and connection.
$550 → Open the Door for Others
Provides scholarship seats for youth or adults who would otherwise be unable to attend — keeping our programs accessible to all.
$1,100 → Empower a Community Session
Helps cover materials, journals, and instructor time for several sessions of programming, creating continuity and deeper connection for participants.
$2,200 → Sustain a Season of Storytelling
Supports multi-week programs that help youth, adults, and educators write, heal, and build community together.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT! LOVE, THE PWN TEAM