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Since its start in 2005, The Muse has grown into one of the nation’s largest community-based literary centers, serving tens of thousands of adults and young persons in coastal Virginia and beyond, thanks to the support of donors like you.

The Muse is unique among premier writing centers in that nobody who wants to experience our lively, diverse menu of offerings is turned away, regardless of ability to pay.

In addition to classes in every genre of writing that reach writers and non-writers across the region (and now, with expanded virtual programming, across the world), the Muse’s community outreach programs serve young writers, the military and veteran community, and elderly populations as well as those living with challenges such as domestic trauma, loneliness, disability, homelessness, severe illness, bereavement, and loss.

While The Muse experience is felt and lived, it is also an organization that requires practical and tangible resources to enable it.

Many donors chose to make a fully tax-deductible gift to support The Muse and cement it as a center of creativity.

To invest in The Muse’s work in helping to realize dreams, strengthen relationships, and improve self-understanding, select an option below. You can sponsor a specific program or make a donation that we can use where it's needed most.

Your support will enable The Muse to deepen and widen its impact in coastal Virginia and elsewhere, as well as propel you into a dynamic community of cultural supporters.

Please contact us if you have any questions or wish to discuss your options further.

Donate to the Muse

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Thank you for your support. We’re a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and your General Fund donation helps us with our day-to-day expenses (rent, utilities, supplies, and other operating expenses) as well as building for our future. We definitely appreciate—and use wisely—all general fund donations.

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Donation Fund

Area of greatest need, Tuition Assistance, Community Wellness Programming, Youth Programming, Military/Veteran Programming, Senior Programming, Other Scholarships: College, Other Scholarships: Conference

More Ways to Give

Give and Become a Member

Donor Members benefit from a wide variety of benefits, including discounts on Muse classes, as well as discounts to local businesses. Make a one-time donation or split your donation into monthly payments. Learn more.

Give the Gift of Stocks, Bonds or Mutual Funds

One of the most financially sound ways to give is through the transfer of stock. Donors have the capacity to allow stock, bonds or other securities to be transferred to The Muse. Giving a gift of appreciated stock has significant tax benefits for the contributor. Please consult a tax advisor for information related to your personal circumstances.

Qualified Charitable Distributions from IRAs

Individuals who are age 70 ½ or older can contribute up to $100,000 from their IRA directly to a charity and avoid paying income taxes on the distribution. This is known as a qualified charitable distribution. It is limited to IRAs, and there are other exclusions and considerations. Please consult a tax advisor for guidance.

Planned Giving

Planned giving can be an important part of your estate planning and is one way to ensure your on-going support of The Muse. By including The Muse in your estate plan, you make a strong statement of confidence in our work and ensure our continued ability to serve our important mission.

Thank you for your support of The Muse Writers Center!

Please contact us if you have any questions or wish to discuss your options further.

Financial statements are available upon written request from the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

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