About Shō Poetry Journal
Shō Poetry Journal is a publication of Beggar Poet Press (EIN 33-1626394), a 501(c)(3) public charity with tax-exempt status recognized by the IRS. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Shō Poetry Journal is 100% volunteer-run and focuses on championing historically marginalized or underrepresented voices. We appreciate donations of all sizes.
How will my donation to Shō Poetry Journal be used?
Donations to Shō Poetry Journal via Beggar Poet Press allow us to:
- Award editors’ prizes of $150 each to the two best poems in each issue (the Shō Poetry Prize and the Sita Martin Prize for emerging poets);
- Pay a small honorarium to emerging artists who create cover art tailored specifically to each issue;
- Produce a twice-yearly print journal that features the work of 40 – 50 poets in each issue, many of whom are emerging or early-career poets;
- Mail out a free print copy of Shō to every contributor (including international contributors) and provide US-based contributors with extra discounted copies;
- Provide complimentary copies to venues that make the work available and accessible to the public.
How do I donate to Shō Poetry Journal?
Shō Poetry Journal (a publication of Beggar Poet Press) currently accepts donations via the following methods:
1. Credit card (at GiveLively)
2. Zelle (see instructions below)
3. Check: Checks sent by individuals must be made out to our nonprofit publisher “Beggar Poet Press” and mailed to:
Shō Poetry Journal
P.O. Box 4410
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
How to donate to Shō Poetry Journal using Zelle
To send a donation to Shō Poetry Journal/Beggar Poet Press, scan the QR code below or follow the instructions listed:
- Log into your bank account where you have Zelle available (online banking or your mobile app).
- Select “Pay by Zelle”: Locate the option to pay/transfer money in your account using Zelle, then select “Send Money.”
- Enter our email address:
[email protected] - Specify the donation amount
- Include a Note if you’d like your donation to be used for a specific purpose (e.g. Sita Martin Prize)
- Confirm and Send: Double-check the details. When you’re ready, confirm the transaction.
What happens after I send a donation?
Once we have received your donation, we will send you a personal message of thanks, which will serve as proof of your tax deduction.