The 2023 residency season has wrapped up. The cabins are now dreaming of the writers who will create in them next year.
But the office of Storyknife is not closed. Oh no, we are already planning for 2024. Applicants who received invitations are responding. End of the season maintenance is being planned. And end of the year fundraising is shifting into high gear.
It takes a considerable amount of work to raise the money so that the women writers of Storyknife have to pay nothing for their stay. In 2024, we have eleven travel scholarships, and seven fellowships (with three more in the works).
The true heroes of Storyknife are not Dana, our founder, and the staff. The true heroes are the donors who help put food on the table, keep the lights on, pay for maintenance of the buildings. We are in the midst of a $50,000 challenge match. That means if you support Storyknife in your end of year giving, your donation will go twice as far.
You also have the opportunity to give just a bit each month. Recurring donations are so helpful, and spreading your support out over the year helps both Storyknife and the donor.
So, please consider donating to support the women writers of Storyknife. We know that you believe that women need the time and space to devote to their work. You wouldn’t be here if you didn’t.
Take care,
Erin
Executive Director of Storyknife
Storyknife Writers Retreat 