The Moth is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to the art and craft of true, personal storytelling. Founded in New York City in 1997 by poet and novelist George Dawes Green, its genesis stemmed from a desire to recapture the intimate, unscripted storytelling tradition found on his Georgia porch. The Moth quickly grew from an informal gathering to a global cultural phenomenon, establishing a unique format where individuals tell true stories live, without notes, to captivated audiences. At its core, The Moth's mission is to promote empathy and connection through the power of authentic human narratives. This is achieved primarily through its extensive live show circuit, producing approximately 600 events annually across 28 cities worldwide, including curated Mainstage events, open-mic StorySLAMS, and championship GrandSLAMS. Beyond the stage, The Moth has significantly broadened its reach through highly successful audio ventures. The Peabody Award-winning Moth Radio Hour is broadcast weekly on over 570 public radio stations, while The Moth Podcast garners over 90 million downloads annually, bringing poignant and humorous stories to millions more. In addition to live performances and audio content, The Moth is committed to fostering storytelling skills. Its educational and community programs, like MothWorks, offer workshops to diverse groups, from high school students to corporate professionals, emphasizing the communicative and connective power of personal narrative. The organization has also become a prominent publisher, with multiple New York Times bestselling books collecting stories from its extensive archive and a recent guide on how to tell a story. Operating as a nonprofit, The Moth sustains itself through a blend of grants, donations, sponsorships, live event ticket sales, and revenue from its audio and book ventures. Its influence in the modern media landscape is undeniable, having inspired countless other storytelling initiatives and demonstrating the profound human desire for shared, authentic experience. The Moth continues to expand its global footprint and innovate its delivery methods, recently launching a second podcast, 'Grown,' and forging new distribution partnerships to ensure its vital art form continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.