Get Involved

There are many ways to support The HINAHO Initiative's mission of empowerment through creative writing and publishing.

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Correctional Facilities

Partner with us to bring programs to your institution
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Aspiring Authors

Sign up to participate in our writing workshops
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Donate Books

Contribute literature to our Books In program
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Financial Support

Make a tax-deductible donation to fund our work
For Correctional Facilities

Institutional Partnerships

Bring The HINAHO Initiative's programs to your facility and provide incarcerated individuals with pathways to published authorship and real income opportunities.

What We Offer Institutions

  • Fully developed curriculum with proven outcomes
  • Professional instructors with corrections experience
  • All materials and resources provided
  • Publishing support and royalty management
  • Measurable impact reporting
  • Flexible scheduling to meet facility needs
  • No cost to the facility or participants

Benefits for Your Facility

  • Enhanced rehabilitation and reintegration outcomes
  • Positive programming with measurable results
  • Participant skill development and achievement
  • Potential reduction in recidivism through creative engagement
  • Community partnership and positive visibility

Requirements

  • Classroom space for 2-hour weekly sessions
  • Participant group of 8-15 individuals
  • 6-week program commitment
  • Basic writing materials (pen, paper)
  • Facility liaison for coordination

Request Information

Interested in bringing our programs to your facility? Fill out this form and we'll be in touch within 48 hours.

For Aspiring Authors

Join Our Writing Programs

Currently incarcerated and interested in becoming a published author? Sign up to be notified when we begin programs at facilities in your area.

What You'll Gain

  • Professional writing instruction and feedback
  • Skills to write, revise, and polish publishable work
  • Path to publication through Amazon KDP
  • Royalties from book sales
  • Author credentials and portfolio
  • Ongoing support for your writing career

No Experience Required

You don't need to be an experienced writer to participate. Our programs are designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to those with writing experience. What matters is your commitment to learning and willingness to work.

Income Potential

Authors earn standard Amazon KDP royalties on all book sales. Depending on pricing and sales, this can range from a few dollars to hundreds or thousands per year. 100% of royalties go to you—we take nothing.

Sign Up for Updates

We'll notify you when programs become available in your area.

Books In Program

Donate Books

Great writers are great readers first. Your book donations provide incarcerated individuals with access to diverse literature that supports their writing education.

What We Need

  • Fiction and non-fiction in all genres
  • Poetry collections
  • Memoirs and biographies
  • Writing craft books
  • Classic and contemporary literature
  • Books in good, readable condition

What We Can't Accept

  • Books with excessive damage or missing pages
  • Textbooks (unless writing-related)
  • Hardcovers (most facilities only accept paperbacks)
  • Content that violates facility regulations

How to Donate Books

Option 1: Mail directly to us
Contact us for our current mailing address and shipping instructions.

Option 2: Amazon Wishlist
Purchase books from our curated wishlist and have them shipped directly to us. (Link coming soon)

Option 3: Financial donation
Donate funds earmarked for book purchases and we'll buy the titles most needed.

Book Donation Inquiry

Let us know what you'd like to donate and we'll provide shipping instructions.

Questions About Getting Involved?

We're here to help you find the right way to support our mission.

Contact Us