Barb Hofmann Jennes's Fundraiser
I'm writing 30 poems in 30 days - here's why:
Help keep indie poetry publishing alive!
Jenny Bocchino
"Great job!"
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Helene Jennes
"This is from Ann Marie and I, would you write a poem about friendship?"
$20
Andrew Levine
"We need more poetry in the world. We need Tupelo Press. We need poets like Barb Jennes who accept this daunting and possibly life changing challenge. "
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Noah Steinman
"Barb! To call you an inspiration is the understatement of the century. "
$50
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Mallory & Chuck Jennes
"From Mal & Chuck. We are savoring 30 poems in 30 days. Just brilliant. Would you kindly write one for us on family? "
$50
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Tom Madden
I donated in support of this campaign.
$50
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Cinda Sparling
"You go girl!"
$50
Susie Buckley
"Yay for poetry ! "
$25
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Mary Newbery
"Because the arts are important and the world needs more of it and you."
$50
Michelle Manning
"You always do such amazing work ❤️"
$20
A supporter of Barb Hofmann Jennes
"A haiku on the topic of your choice would be terrific."
$50
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Harriet Goff
"Keep up the good work, Barb!"
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Deborah Goff
"My Auntie Barb's poetry AND I good cause? How can I not? "
$50
A supporter of Barb Hofmann Jennes
I donated in support of this campaign.
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Demetria Mudar
"Thrilled to support Barb Jennes, a wonderful poet & person. Everything you write is great--we're picking March 5 for our day."
$100
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Ellen Burns
I donated in support of this campaign.
$100
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Mary Wyton
"You are a wonderful poet, Barb and I’m delighted to have the opportunity to support you."
Lots of you have run marathons or participated in walks aimed at raising funds to feed the hungry, alleviate suffering, or support medical research. Good work!
Well, in March, I'm participating in a slightly different type of fundraiser for a different type of worthy cause: I'm writing and posting a new poem every day (gulp!) to encourage donations to Tupelo Press, a not-for-profit, independent literary press devoted to discovering and publishing works by emerging writers. Learn about Tupelo here.
As a poet attempting to emerge (think butterfly! not the moth who chewed holes in your favorite sweater!), indie publishers like Tupelo offer the greatest likelihood of getting an old foot in a very hard-to-open door. And, let's face it, nobody makes a killing in the world of poetry.
My goal is to reach $500. So please consider making a tax-deductible donation to an organization that plays a vital role in helping to ensure the ongoing diversity and vibrancy of the literary world. Every dollar will help!
If you like, request a specific day to be dedicated to you. Choose a topic. Choose a poetic form. I'll do my best to write a poem worthy of your donation.
So challenge me! Inspire me! Light a fire under my bardish Bunsen burner, and help me glow bright!