Piper Friends

The Piper Center for Creative Writing is committed to supporting a vibrant and diverse literary community in the Phoenix metropolitan area through programs such as Piper Writer’s Studio workshops, the Distinguished Visiting Writer Series, and the Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference. The Center also takes pride in fostering the work of the next generation of literary leaders by providing funding to the talented students of Arizona State University’s MFA Program in Creative Writing. Through our giving program, you can ensure your financial support for our students and our community programs.

Piper Friends Membership Types

All membership types provide funding directly to the Piper Center for Creative Writing initiatives.

PIPER FRIEND | $50 per year*

Members Receive:
10% off Piper Writers Studio classes
10% off your Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference registration

PIPER SUBSCRIBER | $100 per year*

Members Receive:
20% off Piper Writers Studio classes
20% off your Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference registration

PIPER SUSTAINER | $250 per year*

Members Receive:
25% off Piper Writers Studio classes
25% off your Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference registration

INVESTOR | undefined gift amount*

We invite you to make a gift of any amount to the Piper Center for Creative Writing.
By clicking here you can give any amount, with all your funds heading directly to the Piper Center and Piper Center programs.

*All funds will be deposited with the ASU Foundation, a separate non-profit organization that exists to support ASU. Due to the fair market value of benefits provided, only payments in excess of fair market value may be considered a charitable contribution. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of charitable contributions. Fair market values for each of the giving levels are as follows: Supporting Subscriber - $50, Member - $50, Investor - $0.