What is The Poetry Vessel?

The Poetry Vessel is a company founded by Malibu Poet Laureate, Nathan Hassall, and his wife, Rachael Hassall, with a mission to inspire, educate, and empower poets and creative minds of all abilities.

Whether it’s through live events and workshops, The Poetry Vessel Podcast, Poetry Craft & Theory Lessons, writing courses, and more, we’re here to help you find your voice, refine your practice, and become part of a community that values truth, beauty, and the transformative power of language.

Support the Arts

Your support makes it possible for us to entertain, inspire, and educate through the art of poetry.

Your support helps us cover the real, behind-the-scenes costs: equipment, editing, travel, books, supplies, and all the quiet, unseen hours it takes to build something meaningful.

If you’ve found value from one of our live events, podcasts, or educational poetry resources, and you want to continue championing poetry and free expression in these challenging times, support The Poetry Vessel by following instructions in the yellow donation box* and sign up to our mailing list below.

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* The Poetry Vessel, LLC is a for-profit company, and not a 501(c)(3). Therefore, all donations are not tax-deductible. However, your support directly funds our mission to create meaningful poetry content, podcasts, community events, and educational resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Your support helps us cover the real, behind-the-scenes costs: equipment, editing, travel, books, supplies, and all the quiet, unseen hours it takes to build something meaningful. But more than that, your donation sends a signal that poetry still matters—and that art, language, and shared expression are worth investing in.

    The majority of our work has been self-funded, so every contribution helps us amplify the voices of poets and bring meaningful art to more people.

    From crafting poetry films to hosting workshops and conversations that matter, we rely on our community to help carry the vision forward. With your help, we make space for poetry to thrive—online and off.

  • You’re welcome to make a one-time gift or become a monthly patron. Monthly support helps us chart a steady course—creating, teaching, and sharing poetry with intention. One-time donations are equally appreciated and help us respond to immediate needs or creative sparks.

  • Of course. Life ebbs and flows. You can pause, change, or cancel your donation at any time. We’re grateful for every moment you choose to journey with us.

  • All donors will receive a confirmation email or receipt after their donation is processed. While it can’t be used for tax purposes, it serves as a record of your generous support.

  • At this time, donations to The Poetry Vessel are not tax-deductible, as we are a for-profit organization and not a 501(c)(3).

    However, your support directly funds our mission to create meaningful poetry content, community events, and educational resources.

  • Absolutely. Share our videos. Invite a friend to listen to the podcast. Join us at an event. Or simply pass along a favorite poem. Every gesture—large or small—helps this work reach further.

    Alternatively, you are invited to join our community of poets and poetry enthusiasts here.