Your donation may be tax deductible through AFI DWW+’s 501c3 non-profit status!

I’m honored to have been selected out of hundreds of applicants for one of eight spots in the American Film Institute’s DWW+.

DWW+ educates traditionally underrepresented filmmakers through the production cycle of a short film, providing hands-on instruction led by industry experts. Since the program’s inception in 1974, DWW+ has trained over 350 filmmakers who give voice to historically underrepresented perspectives. Past participants include Maya Angelou, Cicely Tyson, Hanelle Culpepper, and Siân Heder. Participants have broken barriers and gone on to win Academy, Emmy, DGA, and PGA Awards. DWW+ has a proud legacy as one of the first gender impact programs in the cinematic arts, as well as one of the longest-running and preeminent film and television workshops nationwide. 

We have a goal of raising 40K.

WHERE DONATIONS WILL GO:

  • Compensation for the many artists who will bring this story to life. From actors to the cinematographer, to the set designer.

  • We’re excited to work with a professional to cast our two leads!

  • We’re looking for the perfect apartment to film this story in Los Angeles.

  • To make our characters and their world as authentic as possible, we will need to buy and rent props and costumes.

  • Camera and lighting gear is essential to convey the mood, tone, and emotional arc of this story.

  • Our cast and crew must be well fed to stay happy and healthy on set!

  • Sound design, color, and music are essential elements to filmmaking. We’re excited to further collaborate with these artists in these areas.

WE ARE OFFERING DONATION PERKS!

  • Your name will appear on screen in the credits as Executive Producer.

  • Your name will appear on screen in the credits as Associate Producer.

  • We will include your name in our end credits.

  • We will email you photographs taken on set so you can get the inside scoop!

  • You will receive a tote bag with custom art designed by friend and artist Eli Wallach.

  • Sing along to our favorite songs with this custom playlist that evokes the tone of the film :)

Other ways you can contribute:

  1. Spread the word! E-mail your friends & family who may be interested in supporting. 

  2. In-Kind Donations. If you’d like to donate goods or services (for example: catering, equipment, or post production services), your donation may be tax deductible.

  3. Corporate matching gifts. Many companies have philanthropy programs that match donations their employees make to nonprofits. This allows employees to double or even triple their total donation. Speak to your HR department about their matching gift program and eligibility requirements.

    Before you donate, please contact us! comefilm25@gmail.com

  4. To make a donation via wire transfer, cash, or check, please email: comefilm25@gmail.com