Hugo House

GiveBIG 2026 · Give Now through May 5!

Hugo House is a home for all writers — and we need your help to keep it that way.

For 29 years, Hugo House has been at the heart of Seattle's literary community — one of just a few remaining independent writing centers in the country, in one of only two UNESCO-designated Cities of Literature in the United States.

This year, we're raising $50,000 during GiveBIG to strengthen our programs, grow our free community events, and build a more sustainable future for Hugo House.

YOUR GIFT GOES TWICE AS FAR

Thanks to a generous $25,000 matching grant from our incredible board, every dollar you give will be doubled during GiveBIG.

That means:

$25 becomes $50

$100 becomes $200

$500 becomes $1,000

...and so on.

Your support fuels Seattle's vibrant writing community — from the emerging poet taking their first class to the lifelong writer honing their craft. Every matched dollar helps grow our operations and keeps our programs accessible, creative, and community centered.

Everyone has a story to tell. Help make sure they're heard.

About Hugo House

Hugo House is a home for all writers and storytellers. We open the literary world to anyone who loves books or has a drive to write, offering a space to read words, hear words, and make their own words better.

Since 1997, Hugo House has been Seattle's hub for writers and readers. We offer 200+ classes annually, serving more than 2,400+ students. We host dozens of free public events each year — readings, open mics, book launches, and community gatherings — and provide scholarships and payment plans to make our classes accessible.

Our work is grounded in three core goals: creating a transformative space where writers grow together through their art, expanding access to quality literary education, and advancing equity so Hugo House is a welcoming home for all kinds of storytellers.

Everyone has a story to tell, and Hugo House is here to help bring it to life.