The Readers’ Circle is a bold and visionary group of individuals who believe that women’s voices should shape the stories we read – and the world we live in.

By joining with a gift of £10,000 or more, you will help ignite the careers of the next generation of women writers – those whose talent is waiting to be uncovered, whose stories can inspire change, and whose voices might otherwise go unheard.

Your support powers our most transformative work: mentoring emerging writers, running inclusive workshops, and breaking down barriers to access in publishing and the literary world.

As a valued Readers’ Circle Patron, you’ll enjoy:

• Invitations to exclusive Patron events, including the highly anticipated Women’s Prize Trust Summer Party
• Free passes to the Women’s Prize LIVE Festival, plus priority invitations to the celebrated shortlist readings for both Fiction and Non-Fiction
• Two complimentary sets of shortlisted books from each of our Prizes (Fiction and Non-Fiction)
• A specially curated annual gathering for Readers’ Circle Patrons, offering intimate conversations with selected writers, judges, and celebrity ambassadors
• A regular Patron newsletter, keeping you first in the know with exclusive updates and behind-the-scenes insights
• Public recognition of your generosity on our website

We understand that every supporter is different, and we’d love to speak with you about how you’d like to be involved. For more information or to request a joining form, please contact our Senior Philanthropy Manager, Ilka Kemp-Hall, at ilka@womensprize.com.

* Each level of support within our Patrons’ Programme includes a benefits portion and a voluntary donation. At the Readers’ Circle level, benefits are valued at £875, and the suggested donation of £9,125 is eligible for Gift Aid. The benefits package can be purchased without making the suggested donation. Please contact us if you wish to discuss this option.