The Pen Addict for St. Jude, Week Two!

Week One featured a blowout of epic proportions, and I’m adding even more awesomeness to the giveaway list this week. If you missed what I am doing, check out last week’s post here, check out this week’s goods below, and read the details at the end of this post to see how you can participate!

Esterbrook Estie Gratitude Fountain Pen, Medium Steel Nib:

Additional information from Esterbrook on this great addition:

As Esterbrook celebrates reaching 50,000 followers on Instagram, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Golden Gratitude Estie—a heartfelt token of appreciation to the vibrant community of creative enthusiasts who have supported us along the way.

The Golden Gratitude Estie is crafted from U.S.-made DiamondCast, renowned for its durability and distinctive sparkle due to its use of diamond dust within the acrylic body. More than just an Estie, this limited-edition model symbolizes how deeply we value our community. Every milestone we reach is a reflection of the passion and creativity that you bring to the Esterbrook family. The trust and loyalty of our community have allowed us to grow, innovate, and stay true to our heritage. As we continue this journey, we owe much of our success to you—the writers, artists, and enthusiasts who have shared in this adventure, supported our vision, and helped us build something truly special. This is our way of saying, "Thank you!" for making it all possible!

5 each of the PLOTTER A4 Mesh Zipper Case in Green and Red (10 individual winners):

From PLOTTER:

A simple and minimalist mesh case that fits today’s modern working style and creative endeavors. The A4 Mesh Zipper Case is designed to allow PLOTTERs to use digital tools alongside analog tools. The front cover is made with nylon mesh materials, printed with PLOTTER’s iconic world map with silk printing, to allow for limited but still clear visibility into the contents. An interior pocket is designed to hold its content more securely against the case. The semi-transparent Mesh Zipper Case can hold a 13-to-14-inch laptop or any A4-size documents. The slim and stylish mesh case can be used as a bag-in-bag or on its own.

3 All in the Nib Steel Nib Grinds of your choice (3 individual winners):

Galen Leather x Leonardo Magico SE Fountain Pen - Bohemian Twilight, Broad Steel Nib:

Pelikan M205 Green Demonstrator, Extra Fine Steel Nib:

Sailor x Usagiya Pro Gear Slim Flare Series Marigold Hill, 14K Medium nib:

Sailor x Takizawa Stationery Pro Gear Slim Sasadango, 14K Medium nib:

Pilot 2024 Shareholder Custom 74, Fine Steel nib:

YSTUDIO Brassing Ballpoint, engraved by Anabelle Hiller:

This was a used YSTUDIO Brassing Ballpoint turned into a glorious work of art by Anabelle.

And there is still more to come!

So, how can you help out the kids at St. Jude, and have a chance at winning some great prizes? Here you go:

1. For every $10 you donate via the Relay FM for St. Jude 2024 page, you will receive one giveaway entry. You are not limited to how much you donate, or how many entries you have. For example, $20 donated = 2 entries. $100 donated = 10 entries. We are trying to raise as much money as possible for the kids, so go wild! Donations made through Relay FM affiliated Community Campaigns are also eligible.
2. After you donate, forward a copy of your donation receipt, or a screenshot including the amount and date of donation to stjude@penaddict.com with 2024 St. Jude in the Subject line. Only donations timestamped on or after September 4th at 3 p.m. Eastern, and before 11:59 p.m. on September 29th, are eligible.
3. If you are unable to donate, you are allowed one free entry simply by filling out this form.
4. All entries will be added to a spreadsheet after September 29th, and Random.org will be used to select the winners.
5. All winners will be contacted directly via email, if selected.

Helping to raise funds for St. Jude is one of the highlights of my year. Their work is important and impactful, and I appreciate your support of this great cause. That you to everyone who participates!

The Pen Addict for St. Jude is Underway!

(Click here for the Week Two update.)

(Click here for the Week Three update.)

Each September, the Relay FM community of podcasters and listeners join together to raise funds for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This is an amazing organization that does important work and means a lot to so many families from all around the world.

Over the last five years, the Relay FM community has raised OVER $3 MILLION DOLLARS to support St. Jude, and our goal for 2024 is to add $500,000 to that total.

For my part, I collect donated goods from friends in the pen community, and share them with you to help raise awareness, and donations to St. Jude. Here are the launch week goods, and I will publish updates at least once a week through September, especially when new items are added. Take a look, and then scroll to the bottom to see how to donate and participate.

Hello Tello Studio Venice Piccolo Made from Turntpenco Material, Fine Steel Bock Nib.

Details from Jon Tello, Hello Tello Studios: “Our Piccolo Model was designed to give you a full size experience in a compact size, fitted with a number 6 Bock nib. The Piccolo can either be eyedropper (1.4 ML capacity) or can use an international small cartridge. It comes with a kit for the different filling options (Silicone grease, Blunt syringe, mini cartridges both empty and filled.) It was made to be postable when you thread the cap on the back of the pen. The threads are barely noticeable to keep the streamline design Hellotello Studio is known for. When the cap is posted it is the same length as our standard size pen so you are not compromising in writing comfort in hand. The length of the pen is a bit over 4 inches in length when capped, about 5 inches in length when posted (including the nib length). The diameter of the pen is from 15.5-16mm at widest point. The cap has our signature Millefiori Venetian Glass mosaic in a design that complements the material in the pen. Pen comes with a hand made pouch made by SheDesigns from Nepal made from Dhaka material.”

London Pen Co. Nona 14, in collaboration with Hello Tello Studio, Medium Steel Bock Nib.

Sean from London Pen Co. made the pen and Jon Tello did the Millefiori Venetian Glass Mosaic that was individually designed to complement the materials in the pen. Pen comes with a hand made pouch made by SheDesigns from Nepal made from Dhaka material.

London Pen Co. Christopher 13 Jr. Custom Ebonite, Medium Steel Bock nib.

Sailor Kuji Kohaku Amber, Magnetic Cap, 21K H-M nib, Original box with ink and paperwork.

Leonardo Momento Zero Grande 2.0 Galattica Universe, 14K Fine nib.

Leonardo Momento Zero Grande Mosaico Hawaii, Medium Steel nib.

Pentonote X Sailor 1911 (LE of 150,) 14K Medium nib.

Gourmet Pens X Tianzi Maki-e Urushi Lacquer Fountain Pen, Fine Steel nib.

uniball Kuru Toga Dive in Blue.

Platinum 3776 Shape of Heart Chai Latte, 14K Medium nib.

LAMY Safari Field Green (Asian region exclusive,) Medium Black Steel nib.

The Superior Labor Recycled Leather Zip Organizer, Dark Navy.

Sailor X Nagasawa Pro Gear Slim Hamore-bi Limited Edition, 14K Zoom nib.

Pilot Japan Full Shareholder 2024 Set (incl. Custom 74 with Steel nib).

And much more to come next week!!!

So, how can you help out the kids at St. Jude, and have a chance at winning some great prizes? Here you go:

1. For every $10 you donate via the Relay FM for St. Jude 2024 page, you will receive one giveaway entry. You are not limited to how much you donate, or how many entries you have. For example, $20 donated = 2 entries. $100 donated = 10 entries. We are trying to raise as much money as possible for the kids, so go wild! Donations made through Relay FM affiliated Community Campaigns are also eligible.
2. After you donate, forward a copy of your donation receipt, or a screenshot including the amount and date of donation to stjude@penaddict.com with 2024 St. Jude in the Subject line. Only donations timestamped on or after September 4th at 3 p.m. Eastern, and before 11:59 p.m. on September 29th, are eligible.
3. If you are unable to donate, you are allowed one free entry simply by filling out this form.
4. All entries will be added to a spreadsheet after September 29th, and Random.org will be used to select the winners.
5. All winners will be contacted directly via email, if selected.

Helping to raise funds for St. Jude is one of the highlights of my year. Their work is important and impactful, and I appreciate your support of this great cause. That you to everyone who participates!

The Pen Addict Raffle for St. Jude is a Wrap - Thank You!

This year, we raised an astonishing $49,180 through The Pen Addict Raffle for St. Jude. That is an unreal number, which wouldn’t be possible without your support. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this year’s fundraiser, helping Relay FM raise over $730,000 during the month of September for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

All raffle winners have been emailed as of yesterday. I also want to give a special shout-out to everyone who donated goods to help us out during this campaign:

— HelloTello Studio

— Hooligan Georgia

— Hinze Pen Co.

— Elbwood

— PLOTTER USA

— Kanilea Pen Co.

— Enigma Stationery

— Amarillo Stationery

— NFP Design

— Spoke Design

— Penquisition

— Flax Pen to Paper

— Retro 51

— Everyday Commentary

— London Pen Co.

— Abidel Acosta

— And many Mysterious Benefactors!

That’s a wrap for this year’s event. Again, thanks to everyone who donated, shared, boosted, and participated in any way. We couldn’t do it without you!