You make storytelling at The Moth possible.

Because of you, we’ve seen stories build bridges, open meaningful conversations, and encourage people to share and to listen more deeply. Thousands gather each year at Moth workshops and events ready to connect: Beyond entertainment, these spaces are antidotes to loneliness and powerful reminders of what a global community can be.

The Moth is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record; we'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

With your support, our mission will thrive.

More stories. More healing. More understanding. More communities strengthened by the simple and profound act of listening.

The Moth's Live Shows give people a platform to share their story, forge bonds, and create a channel of empathy between storytellers and listeners. Your gift can help us continue crafting stories on The Moth Mainstage and keep tickets for our open-mic StorySLAMs affordable.

The Moth's Audio Programs deliver our Peabody Award-winning Moth Radio Hour to 530 public radio stations and our free weekly podcast to over 1 million listeners a month, reducing barriers to access. Your gift can help us continue to share stories with the public on free platforms.

The Moth's Workshop Programs provide free and low-cost storytelling workshops for students, teachers, nonprofits, and community organizations. Your gift can help us continue amplify more voices.

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Frequently asked questions

Why should I donate directly to The Moth?

While most folks know The Moth through our live events, podcast, and Radio Hour, there is so much work that happens behind the scenes to bring the transformative power of storytelling all over the world. As an independent nonprofit, we rely on donations to help ensure we have the critical funds necessary to close the funding gap not covered by our ticket sales and partnerships with public radio and podcast advertisers.

Is my donation secure?

Is my donation tax deductible?

Storyville Center for the Spoken Word (d/b/a The Moth) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our EIN is 13-3880953. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record; we’ll send a receipt to the email address you provide when donating. The receipt will include your donation details, such as the date, amount, and any beneficiary information.