For 40 years, Film Independent has supported independent artists who are driving creativity in the industry. Film Independent’s mission is to champion creative independence in visual storytelling in all its forms, and to foster a culture of inclusion.We support a global community of artists and audiences who embody diversity, innovation, curiosity and uniqueness of vision. […]
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Founded in 1973, Women In Film (WIF) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for and advances the careers of women, nonbinary and trans artists working in the screen industries – to achieve parity and transform culture. WIF believes that: • Gender parity – equal opportunity, pay and representation – is a requirement of a healthy […]
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Since 1968, Third World Newsreel (TWN) has advanced movement storytelling and media arts for cultural and social justice. We champion the self-representation of historically marginalized communities—including Black, Latine, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern, African, Mixed/Multiracial, People with Disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals—through diverse genres and forms of media, such as documentary, experimental, and fiction. Our […]
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Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences. Through its programs, the Institute seeks to discover, support, and inspire independent film and media artists from the United States and around the world, and to introduce audiences to their new work. The Golden Globe Foundation supports our […]
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Streetlights’ mission is to create viable careers for young adults who are Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) and from low-income households, many with socioeconomic barriers, to work as qualified crew members on television, features, streaming, and commercial productions. All crewmembers are African American, Latinx, Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Multiracial, and many also […]
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The Pasifika Entertainment Advancement Komiti (PEAK) was established in 2022 with the mission to redefine and expand Pasifika entertainment so that Pasifika creatives can thrive, evolve, and drive innovative storytelling that honors the richness and diversity across Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. PEAK uplifts and supports Pasifika talent by fostering community through the utilization of industry […]
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The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is a women-led non-profit civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward the Latino/a/x/e communities. We educate and increase Latine visibility from our policy work in Washington D.C. to our media advocacy work in Hollywood, where we collaborate, create, and connect Latine […]
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ManifestWorks understands that those impacted by foster care, incarceration, and homelessness are blocked from opportunities that could help them escape the long-term impacts of system involvement and generational poverty. Since 2014, we have found the cycles of institutionalization are overcome with access to living-wage jobs, meaningful mentorships, and a robust, supportive network. To date, ManifestWorks […]
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Justice for My Sister provides emerging filmmakers of color with the tools to tell stories marked by justice and to become advocates who transform the TV & film industry. With a trauma-informed approach, we provide training to youth and working adults, rooted in the understanding that the arts can be a pathway to healing and […]
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For 40 years, Film Independent has supported independent artists who are driving creativity in the industry. Film Independent’s mission is to champion creative independence in visual storytelling in all its forms, and to foster a culture of inclusion. We support a global community of artists and audiences who embody diversity, innovation, curiosity and uniqueness of […]
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The Film Collaborative (TFC) is the first nonprofit committed to supporting independent filmmakers with distribution programs and distribution-related educational initiatives. TFC offers independent filmmakers a range of services, including fiscal sponsorship, festival distribution, and consultation, all without ever taking rights. TFC works most notably with films that address critical issues such as social justice, environmental, […]
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FilmAid has used the magic of cinema to support marginalized communities for 25 years, starting with screenings to address psycho-social needs of those fleeing the Kosovo War in 1999. Shortly after, FilmAid discovered the true power of storytelling lies with local filmmakers. By investing in their voices, we unlock potential and bring hope, and resilience […]
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