NYWIFT member Kristina Leigh Copeland is raising funds for her latest eye-opening documentary. The Last Ride. The documentary brings awareness to the gruesome mistreatment and slaughter of horses for human use and consumption. Copeland produced, directed and narrated The Wall Street Conspiracy, a documentary exposing the abusive practice of illegal naked short selling that contributed to the USA 2008 Financial Crisis and hopes to illuminate the truth again with The Last Ride. Add your contribution.
NYWIFT member Sweta Keswani is seeking contributions to fund The Spark, a 12 minute short film. The film follows the journey of PR Associate Lily after her boss Claudia assigns her the book launch for “A Good Girl’s Guide to Tantra”. As she prepares her presentation, she’s visited by Raven Lucia, a Fairy Godmother of sorts, guiding Lily as she attempts to reignite the spark with her husband Mark. As Lily navigates her own discomfort around sex and strives to pull off a successful launch, she must learn to connect with and go after what she really wants. Keswani stars in the film as Raven Lucia. Support the film.
Executive producer and director Melisa Ramos Rivera is seeking support from fellow NIWFT members for first feature film, Hoop Warrior. Hoop Warrior delves into the power of basketball in Puerto Rico and the journey of baller Jorge Matos journey, coming from street basketball to winning a Gold Medal FIBA 3×3. Transitioning from street basketball beyond national level in Puerto Rico, depicting the challenges, and rewards of Latinx athletes. Hoop Warrior follows his story of adversity, perseverance and resilience from the hood to the international hoops. Donate today.
Co-writer, director and NYWIFT member, Mariluz Guerra-Ariza is raising funds for her project Body Stories: Marta & Fidel. The film delves into the transformative power of music to break barriers, heal and unite. Follow Marta and Fidel’s journey as they navigate challenges to pursue their dreams. Set against the backdrop of Atlanta, Body Stories: Marta & Fidel explores themes of identity, resilience and connection. Support here.
NYWIFT member Catherine C. Ryan is seeking community support for her film Lifesaver. After hearing “boys will be boys” one too many times, 6-year-old Daisy makes a dangerous discovery and decides to take matters into her own hands with a schoolyard bully. Lifesaver isn’t just a movie; it’s a call to action that aims to spark conversations on how to make a difference through active listening, stepping in, and supporting each other. Learn more and support the project on Seed & Spark.
NYWIFT Member Erin McGuff-Pennington is raising money for her short film Rosalie. Rosalie is about how an unplanned pregnancy leaves an overwhelmed mother of four determined to end it—and her infertile best friend determined to stop her. The film explores how obsession and desire can intensify the mounting pressure that women and mothers regularly face, and too often face alone. Learn more and support the project on Seed & Spark.
The Bosnian-Herzegovinian Film Festival in NYC is seeking donations. BHFF NYC is held every year in April and, this year, will be celebrating 20 years since its inception. Each year, BHFF brings a colorful tableau of Bosnian and Herzegovinian stories to diverse New York City audiences. Over the years it has grown from a simple film revue event to a New York City institution; its audience includes people with Bosnian heritage, people from other Balkan expatriate communities, as well as a wide cross-section of all New Yorkers who cherish international and independent film productions. Learn more and donate.
NYWIFT member & UPWIFT Founder Heidi Philipsen-Meissner (producer and director) is raising funds for her upcoming film, Love and Vodka. The Ukrainian-American rom com is deep in post-production and could use an added boost! “To be precise, we’re in need of $20,000 to complete post-production, color grading, music composition and sound mix/design. Be a part of our grassroots indie film community and help us to finish the film that will not only make you fall in love with falling in love all over, again, but also raise funds for Ukrainian artist refugees in need. Yes, that’s right. We’ve found fantastic post-production creatives to finish post and your donations will help not only pay them for their artistic talents, but also lend a sense of stability for those who have fled the war and relocated.” – Heidi Philipsen-Meissner. Love and Vodka is a NYWIFT fiscally sponsored project. All donations are tax deductible. Learn more and donate.
The creators of Welcome to Belle View are crowdfunding. Welcome to Belle View is a TV pilot dramedy. It follows a newly widowed stay-at-home mom who’s desperate to find work after 20 years away and agrees to take on the job of an admissions coordinator in the skilled nursing facility where her husband recently passed away,as she learns to navigate this sometimes crazy new world from the other side of the bed. The project is Executive produced and starring NYWIFT member Maureen VanTrease and directed by NYWIFT member Debra Markowitz. Learn more and donate.
NYWIFT Member Bettina Marks (director) is raising funds for her series The Hidden Scream. The Hidden Scream is a scripted anthology tv series that has been adapted from Bettina’s short film The Scream. The series is a psychological drama about the bystander effect that is inspired by true events. Violence in America and apathy is increasing not only in its urban centers but in general. Good Samaritans can fear getting involved. This series sheds light on the complexities of the psychological issues surrounding bystanders’ reactions. It reflects where we are as a society in the hopes to better the outcome of events like these for both the victims and bystanders. Because of the overwhelming impact that social media has had on society and this phenomenon, its visual style and technical elements will reflect this world. The series is currently in pre-production. The Scream is a NYWIFT fiscally sponsored project. All donations are tax deductible. Learn more and donate. Bettina is also looking for a producer for the series. Email bettinainc@hotmail.com for more info.
NYWIFT Member Jelena Puskic is raising funds for her short film, Twins. The film follows estranged twin sisters on a journey to re-connect. Vastly different lifestyles and personal issues get in the way. This is Jelena’s first film after graduating from New York Film Academy. Learn more and donate.
Indiegogo has launched a free online resource for filmmakers looking to crowdfund – The Indiegogo Arts Campaign Handbook. The handbook includes:
- Expert guidance on launching a crowdfunding campaign in the arts world
- Learn how to take your project from concept to distribution
- Crowdfunding Support & Resources
Launching a crowdfunding campaign? Submit your project to communications@nywift.org for inclusion on this site and in our weekly e-blast.
