Supporting Us

The Writers' Summer School is a Registered Charity (No.1168531) and run on a not-for-profit basis. As a charity, we are always exploring ways to raise money for the school so that we can continue to provide an affordable, inclusive and accessible experience for everyone. To support this endeavor, we have a variety of ways that you can support us.

VOLUNTEER

There are many opportunities to help out during the week.

You can sign up to be one of our Evening Entertainment hosts or help out in the Book Shop.

We also need people to sell raffle tickets (first prize is a FREE week at the School!) and we often need tech savvy people who can be on hand to help out when the sound or power-point isn't working the way it should!

We also have a number of AMBASSADORS, who are around all week and are 'go to' for information about the school, especially if it's your first year.

If you would like to volunteer - please get in touch!

DONATIONS & LEGACIES

You can leave us a gift in your Will or make a donation in memory of a loved Summer School friend.

We are currently exploring other ways to raise funds for the school.

EASY FUNDRAISING

This is one of the easiest ways to support us!

Shop online with your favourite stores and they donate to us - without charging you a penny more!

Click below to sign up!

CLICK HERE

FRIENDS of SWANWICK

You can also become a Friend of Swanwick, with a regular donation (minimum £5 per month) which supports the funding for both our Assisted Places & TopWrite Schemes.

The ‘Friends of Swanwick’ fund relies on donations and other grant money to provide subsidised opportunites for applicants who would otherwise not be able to attend the Summer School, due to financial challenges.

To find out more about becoming a 'Friend' click the button below.

MISSION STATEMENT

We strive to uphold the original ethos of the School which means that we gather together to share knowledge, passion and enthusiasm for the craft of writing, giving support to others on their writing journeys and forming lasting friendships with other writers.

Our School encourages development of the craft through learning with peers at all stages of a writer’s journey; even experienced authors gain newfound knowledge.

We are proud of our inclusive approach and are committed to a culture which promotes equality, values diversity and provides a learning and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all are respected.

SOCIAL MEDIA

Help us PROMOTE the School on Social Media with our promotional images and printable leaflets!

PRINTABLE PDF's for the 2026 Summer School

school will be available soon!

WORD OF MOUTH

Remember to tell other writers how good the Writers’ Summer School is!

A recommendation from a happy customer is the best form of advertising there is.

GIVE AS YOU LIVE

Another easy way to support us with no extra cost to you!

GIVE AS YOU LIVE donates to UK Charities. All you have to do is sign up and then shop online with your favourite stores.

Click below to sign up!

CLICK HERE

OTHER WAYS

We are currently exploring other ways to raise funds for the school. If you have any ideas - get in touch!