PEN America

EIN: 95-3502910 · Los Angeles, CA

U.S. Free Expression

Book Bans

Campus Free Speech

Disinformation

Educational Censorship

Online Abuse & Digital Safety

Supporting Journalists

Global Free Expression

Preserving Russian Independent Media

Writers at Risk Advocacy

Our Story

PEN America was founded over a century ago to support writers and their freedom to express ideas. Today, it continues to empower authors through grants, fellowships, and public programming.

Impact

Standing at the crossroads of literature and human rights, PEN America defends free expression in the U.S. and around the world, recognizing the transformative power of the written word.

Why Donate?

Your contribution helps protect the freedom to write, read, and learn.

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Join the fight for free expression by donating to PEN America today. Your support can make a difference in the lives of writers and the future of literature.

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